Time travel is an astounding thing and so much more common than one imagines. One day you are holding a newborn and practically the next day you are celebrating that same newborn marrying the man of her dreams.
Oh it didn’t always seem like time went so quickly. This strong, confident daughter of ours was once the champion of all temper tantrum throwers. My fitness can be rooted in the shopping mall escapades of wrestling her out in alternating states of being a flopping fish or impersonating a solid piece of lumber.
She knew what she wanted and although the people staring as if an alien had landed in the shopping center made me want to melt into the ground, Robyn has always been a leader and never a follower.
Time seemed to travel slowly in her teen years when it seemed every second day my eyeball would fly out of my head while I nodded and listened and nodded some more to the ups and downs of a girl who gathered friends like magnets. Our house exploded with kids, sometimes with those kind enough to ask us if I would like anything to eat while they perused the fridge. The days of driving kids seemed to go on and on.
Yet suddenly, as if overnight, she was an adult; confident, strong, compassionate, creative and beautiful. ( I know we are slightly biased.)
Our daughter’s wedding to her Prince Charming exceeded all expectations of celebration. The traditional Father Daughter wedding dance was no exception. For those of you convinced I am the wild and crazy one of the duo the illusion shall now be shattered.
Photo credit – Bretton Dyte Photography
Below is a video of the Dad and Daughter shenanigans thanks to our son.Things really get shaking at the 55 second mark. Watch for the well choreographed Macarena – Spice Girl transition. The big finale of the Gangnam style extravaganza is my personal favorite. No matter how many times I watch it I end up snorting with laughter.
Many of you were very kind as to do a dance to the sun gods for the wedding and we extend our sincere thanks for your efforts. The rain did stop late in the day, and turned to snow. Perhaps you were facing the wrong direction? Not to worry it only lead to more lively activities indoor as Dave has clearly demonstrated.
Lots of fun!! Congratulations to all. I should have sent some sun from Spain but it rained here too. <3
Well as it turns out we can make our own sunshine by our attitudes. Of course the real stuff would have been nice but no one seemed to care once inside. Thanks so much Darlene!
I thought he was going to take out the flower girl a few times. That is dedication to the cause. 🙂
Don’t look at me! I don’t even know any snow gods! Not my fault!
Isn’t that little girl cute? She was just one of the guests and apparently quite clever as to stay out of the way of all of that action!
Our wedding guests from California were enthralled with the snow as they suffer through a long standing drought. so it is all in one’s perspective I suppose. All right no blaming you oh snow-godless-one. 🙂
I thought your cycling adventures looked precarious but now I’ve seen the dancing, I think that’s what should interest health insurers LOL. Fathers and daughters …. Special 🙂
As to ‘snow in September’ – WHAT!!
Anne
Anne I am glad you can see that the things I dream up look tame in comparison. 🙂
We had some snowfall in August as well. It melts and this weekend we will be back to summer temperatures. The joys of living next to the mountains.
Wonderful moment!! I can’t watch the video here – it says something with the not available in my country..but I will check it later using different computer 😉 . I am happy for you and your family, it must be a wonderful and unforgettable moment 🙂
Indah when I check the You Tube settings the only country it says it can not be displayed in is Germany. Hopefully you can see it on another device later.
It was a wonderful event indeed Indah. Thank you!
Yup..now I can watch it in other device! Funny and sweet moment 🙂
Glad you can see it Indah! 🙂
Life should be full of such moments where we connect with those we love and laugh until it hurts…Those moments are the real treasures in this world. You are so lucky to have and to share such wealth.
Charlie you have summed it up beautifully. that night as we were surrounded by so much love and laughter it reinforced what we know to be true. Life is not about money or things or even travels, it is moments such as these we will remember in our last moments on this earth. True gifts.
Everything about the day was magical. This dance was definitely a highlight for me. Now I watch it over and over, and crack up every time 😉 Having arrived back in California to a heat wave– I miss that snow…
Thanks so much for sharing this celebration with us Wendy. I think the assorted versions of the dance video will keep us in stitches for decades.
Summer is now returning so I can’t even offer to mail you some of the wet stuff. Stay cool. 🙂
Wow, you were serious about the snow thing! It’s way too early, isn’t it?
What a beautiful dance! The good memory will stay forever for sure! Congratulation!
Helen we had snow in August too. This is just part of living near the mountains in Canada. It doesn’t stay and the temperatures look summer like for the weekend. Let’s say we get used to dressing in layers. 🙂
I’m delighted you liked the dance. You are so right that memory will be nearby always. Thank you!
Hilariously funny!!! An awesome and cool father & daughter wedding dance ever! Congratulations to all 🙂
So sweet of you to say Kat! He is such a good sport. Thank you!
My feeble pleas on Saturday morning to appease the sun gods pale in comparison to this father and daughter dance! Thanks for sharing this special moment. 🙂
You see Allan this was what was required apparently. 🙂 Thank you for your efforts non the less!
I had great fun ( as well as great admiration) watching this duo!
I knew how beautiful the bride was but didn’t know about your husband ‘s skill for dancing and his handsomeness !
Wow, lots of congratulations !
Of course I’m looking forward to seeing YOUR photo, too…
Such kind words and thank you so much. This husband of mine is a keeper that’s for sure. 🙂
Plenty of sunshine inside if you ask me! Congratulations again!
Yes one would never guess that it was snowing outside as that dance was going on. Thank you so much.
Oh wow, that was a really fun dance, I’m smiling and giggling as I type, Sue. So much fun! Dave was up for the task, even rehearsed, and kept up well and did a fine job of wiggling and whooping. Your daughter looks gorgeous, and her skills at dancing and jumping around in a long dress are equally as impressive. I liked all the calling and whistling of your guests, the little girl with the flower who never stopped dancing, and the sweet love that filled the room. You have a lot to snort about Sue. 😀 😀 😀
Jet I am smiling at the thought of you chuckling away as you type. Dave did a lot of rehearsing that’s for sure. He left it all on the dance floor there is no doubt. I marveled at Robyn managing in that dress of hers. I agree it was so fun to hear the reaction of the crowd and their surprise as the dance unfolded. The little wedding guest in her red dress is just the icing on the cake. So adorable.
Thank you so kindly Jet. I appreciate this lovely comment very much.
I’m amazed your son was able to hold the camera so steady, I would have been rolling with laughter. What a magical memory they created for themselves and for everyone watching! You are a lucky lady Sue!
Fortunately he had seen several rehearsals ( we were sworn to secrecy) so he was at an advantage.
I totally agree and I am grateful every day for this wonderful family of mine and the life we share.
Wonderful moments! Dave has got such a sense of rhythm, I loved him! Your daughter looks bright and gorgeous, but where is the proud mother? Once again, congratulation! Hugs. Stefy.
Aww thanks so much Stefy. The proud Mom is standing beside the filming son trying not to snort in the background. 🙂
That is so much fun, Sue! Your daughter is beautiful! I must say Dave stole the show. 😀
Thank you for sharing!
Yes no matter how gorgeous Robyn is one’s eyes are just drawn to the father of the bride. 🙂 Thanks so much Amy.
Congratulations to all! Such a fun video! Your daughter is beautiful?❤
You are so kind John. Many thanks for the very kind words. I have to agree she is a beautiful young woman, although my bias is certainly showing. 🙂
You are right, Sue, it’s hard to say now whose the craziest, no wait! I think you still own the title, but his names on it, too in smaller letters. Your daughter is beautiful and I believe she’s right up there with the two of you! What a fun family you must have!
Donna Jean I am chuckling away thinking of a plaque with changing font on the Wacky Award in our home. Yes we do have a terrifically fun time. Laughter and love ,what more could one ask for?
What fun! Thanks so much for sharing it with us. What a special day for sure. 🙂
My pleasure Carrie. It was an incredible day. 🙂
Wonderful video. Great music mashup and great moves all around. Goes to show a father will do anything for his daughter. 🙂
Yes that is it in a nutshell Maire. Our daughter approached Dave many months ago. He put the music together and they have been rehearing for a long time. 🙂
LOL LOL LOL Ouch !!!
Haha you will be glad to know no injuries happened in the making of this film.
Whew! That was a hoot.
Aww soo fun and sweet. I can feel the joy and the love through the video I can only imagine being there and being family. It must have been a great day Sue. Your husband was just terrific. And btw, this may mean nothing to you but we believe that rain during a wedding is a blessing from God! 🙂
Mani we did hear that from many people and certainly it was an incredible day. Dave is such a good sport and the dance , as you can hear in the video, was very well received. Thanks so much Mani!
oh what fun and so precious Sue! thank you so much for sharing. congratulations to all!
Thank you Lola. It was a spectacular celebration, no matte the rain or snow.
Congratulations to the happy <3 couple and the two of you.
How very frustrating; We're not allowed to watch the video in Germany because of the music and rights of GEMA. 🙁
I'm sure it's a brillant dance. 🙂
Love and hugs from the Alps,
Dina
Thank you and I shall assume you meant …couple. 🙂
It’s too bad Dave is such a conservative soul 😆 Thank you for sharing this special and entertaining father/daughter moment. I can see there’s never a dull moment in the Slaght household.
Ingrid there tends to be a lot of laughter around here with someone always dreaming up the next escapade. The rehearsals have provided months of hysterical laughter as you can imagine. I hope you too can now see it is not just I who am instigating the wild and weird over here. 🙂
To have a successful marriage and raise two lovely children, it takes TWO and of course a great sense of humor always helps. I guess what I mean: two crazy parents, raise two crazy kids = a crazy good time!!!
I love that formula! Likely there should be a wall plaque for it!
Snow! That seems a little extreme, even for Canada! Nevertheless, what a great day you all had!
Jill we also had snow about 10 days prior. Such is the way it goes living by these beautiful mountains. Summer has now returned and the closet is stuffed with everything from down jackets and mittens to light windbreakers. 🙂
The Bride and Groom look so in love and happy AND absolutely gorgeous. As for the dancing, epic! Love it!
Thank you Annie! It was a fabulous day. Even snow couldn’t dampen the spirits. 🙂
Ha! – Those 2 are a HOOT! Love the photo of the Happy Couple 🙂 Hopefully everyone will be talking about the wedding for years to come. We have been married for 11 years and family and friends still talk about our wedding. Happy Day – Enjoy!
Renee I completely agree. They were quite the dance pair! Yes happy memories for a lifetime. That’s wonderful that your wedding still has people talking. Congrats on your 11 years!
LOL! That’s hilarious! Congratulations to your daughter and her new husband.
This is what you can look forward to Jim. 🙂 Thanks so much for the good wishes.
You had rain and snow … meanwhile we were broiling in a heat alert. I would happily have sent you some!!
The photos are stunning and I’m sure you were absolutely radiant as well.
… and Dave? He’s got the moves 🙂
So weird that the weather can be so different in relatively close proximity. Yes we could have shared quite nicely. Thanks so much Joanne. Dave definitely had the moves going on. 🙂
He’s a keeper 🙂
I concur. 🙂
Jimmy Fallon or David Slaght…..I’m confused???
Good one Ross! Perhaps Dave will become an overnight sensation. 🙂
watched it with the sound turned off – hilarious ! 😆
Well I haven’t tried that! The chicken dance must look especially interesting! 🙂
Lol. I too like duncar watched this with the sound off (I’m at work). Very, very funny and dancing seems to run in your family. It looked like they have so much energy and I trust you and Dave were as energetic too 😀
Mabel I’m not sure if I have that much energy but as Dave shows in the video he has lots of moves. I will have to try watching the video in silent mode. I’m chuckling at the thought. 🙂
I am sure you have the moves too…you just need to dance a lot with Dave 😉
We do enjoy dancing for sure. When we started dating in the late 70’s it was the disco era. Yes yes I know you weren’t born then. 🙂
Sue and Dave, that is great! And Dave, you are a virtuoso of dance! If I had to pick a fave it would have to be the chicken dance! 🙂 ~Terri
Thanks so much Terri. When we were married the Chicken Dance was popular. 🙂
Such fun!! I love it Sue 🙂 You have all set the bar very high – I have sent it to my daughter as she has just 7 weeks to get something organised – but I’m not sure my husband has Dave’s fantastic dance moves. Well done, photos are great too. Congrats again.
Debbie your big day is coming near! It is such an exciting time. Well 7 weeks sounds like lots of time for some dance lessons. 🙂
I know, I just have to convince them both somehow.
I think the great thing is that Dave acts the funny part so he doesn’t need to be well timed so much. Perhaps that takes the pressure off?
Congrats to all!
Thanks so much!
Dancing with the Stars is obviously Dave’s next gig! Or perhaps Americas Funniest Home videos? Too funny but what a great memory for both of them. The little girl spinning around at the beginning is also priceless. So happy do you all! Sorry about the snow- I read my rain dance instructions backwards!
So happy *FOR you all. Stupid phone.
Totally go that. My phone has a mind of it’s own too. 🙂
Well the snow didn’t cool off the event so no worries on the instruction issue Sue. Perhaps Dave can start up his own unique reality show offering dancing advice for Fathers of the Bride. 🙂
Thanks for the smile, Sue, … and, man, does Dave have moves on the dance floor! If your son isn’t yet married, there’s no pressure (none at all) on you and he when that day comes for him! Sorry we were faced the wrong way in our bids for sunshine for your lovely couple, but am sure they’ll have many sunny years ahead.
Our son was married four years ago. For that event the parents and the bride and groom all learned to jive. It was a great success too.
No worries about the weather as it didn’t dampen the celebration. Thanks so much!
Ah! Jiving the night away. Very welcome, Sue. Your family clearly knows how to celebrate – and, yes; it was clear that the weather didn’t dampen spirits at all. 😀
Yes it’s a pretty fun filled crowd around here. 🙂
Clearly! 😀 Lovely pics, too, of the big day.
Thanks so very much. 🙂
Always a pleasure, Sue. 🙂
What a great way to cap a morning…watching that…I laughed so hard!!!! Awesome idea whoever came up with it and lets be honest…lots of practice….Dave has a calling…not sure for what or where…but he has a calling! Awesome! Again, congrats!! (Snow already??) no wonder we have so many Canadians from your neck of the woods owning homes down here 🙂
Kirt that cracked me up. Yes he has a calling, perhaps for being a very good Dad to go along with his daughter’s idea. He put the medley together and their were many rehearsals. so much laughter.
Yes we had snow in August as well. It melts of course and this weekend we have summer again but yes the snowbirds are growing restless to return to the south.
That’s what I call a daddy-daughter dance – wow! I don’t know how they had time to practice with all your travel though. High energy for sure ! You are so clearly proud of your beautiful daughter – thanks for sharing.
Definitely high energy! The rehearsals were worked in here and there, and even on family vacation. 🙂
Awww…congrats…that video was just too sweet….
Thanks so much Diana. I think we will be watching that video with big grins for many years to come.
Lovely! Congratulations and thanks for posting the video!
Such fun to share these special moments. Thank you for the kind wishes.
Congratulations to the bridge and groom. You just gained a son. Dave am sure just found himself a new activity he could enjoy doing more often.
Thanks so kindly. I think Dave may be taking a break from being a dancing machine for a while. 🙂
Congratulations to your daughter and her new husband! ? I thought you wrote the word “snow” but that can’t be possible…I must have read the word wrong….
SNOW! For the second time this ‘summer’. 🙂 Thank you for the congratulatory wishes. Much appreciated.
OMG, I laughed so hard I was CRYING!! What a fabulous dance, and a fabulous memory for everyone! It’s too bad we failed to placate the sun gods, but it doesn’t look as though the precipitation dampened any spirits. Many congratulations to the bride and groom, and also to the parents who can now draw a breath of relief and return their lives to normal.
P.S. The photo in the Peace Bridge is beautiful!
I am smiling at the thought of you laughing Diane. During the assorted practices I could never get through ha whole dance without snorting hysterically.
Yes now back to normalizing. Thank you for the kind wishes and words. Considering it was a downpour the photos have turned out beautifully.
You know Sue, I think I came across those rose petals when I biked across the bridge. I wondered…. But then again we see enough wedding parties at the Peace Bridge in our neighbourhood.
Great memories for you. It must have been a bit surreal as a mother who has memory of the baby she once held long ago ..now bride.
Jean that makes me so happy to think of you seeing the rose petals. It’s a small world in so many ways with unusual connections.
You are so right the whole thing still is a bit surreal. Our daughter changed her last name to her married one so when I see her new name on social media I have to think for a moment.
Absolutely adorable and unexpected! (I watched first and read later…typical). Congratulations again to you and your family! PS That portrait at the top was gorgeous!
I would go straight to the video too. Definitely stole the show. Thank you so very much Lisa. We really appreciate your lovely wishes.
What a great memory, so much fun and great sports. Looks like a great day regardless of the weather.
The weather in the end played no role at all. Perhaps just made the gathering warmer and more festive inside.
That was hilarious! It was a really lucky break too, them both happening to know all the dance steps like that.
By the way, the little girl was also funny and cute. Seeing her reminded me of my older son, who did something similar at about the same age at my brother’s wedding.
Oh yes very handy that they knew all the moves spontaneously like that, or after a dozen rehearsals. One or the other. The little girl really is the icing on the wedding cake isn’t she?
Yep, she really is! With all the heartwarming sentiment being generated by the three of them, I’m surprised the camera didn’t melt.:-D
so sweet of you Bun. The little girl was the daughter of one of Robyn’s friends. I had never met her before that evening but she was the exclamation mark on the dance for sure.
Oh that was just beautiful. What a fabulously fun gesture of love. The guests were clearly in awe of father and daughter antics. I moved from smiles to tears as I flicked to the photos of the wedding day. Tears of joy for the beauty of those moments captured. How very precious. Thank you for sharing these special, private moments with us Sue.
You are most welcome. As I mentioned in the previous post we usually leave our kids out of the blog but for this momentous celebration some special sharing. Thank you for the very kind and generous words.
What a great memory to have for the rest of your lives!! But I have to be honest, when you said there was a dance, I was not surprised that someone who makes maps like Dave would also be able to dance like THAT! But for that long…?! You go Dave! But my main thought was this: what is that tat a picture of? And also I’m wondering if Dave has a tat…if so I’m guessing it’s a map of the world.
You are very observant! No tattoos for Dave and i but Robyn does have a few. The one on her arm is a robin in a photo frame. Her name is Robyn.
Yes he is quite the dancer and it won’t surprise you that he put the music medley together. 🙂
A robin in a frame…how cool! I mean, if you’re into inking your body with art. I’m too fickle for that. I know what I might like on my skin one moment won’t be what I want there two weeks from now.
And of course…Dave put the music together, had it all MAPPED out.
Oh Dave is busy chuckling at that Badfish. He says you are funnnnyyyy!
I’m not into the inking but it may have something to do with my age and the fear of what one might choose will in time be a saggy unrecognizable image. 🙂 Excuse me I have to go do some bicep curls now.
I hear that! Nobody wants to see a tattoo on loose skin!
That’s definitely my thinking. 🙂
Congratulations! That is most important and sweet day for all family! Bye. Kamila
Thank you so much Kamila.
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Congratulations and oh my goodness! What a groover! Putting him on the invitation list for my next dance party, for sure. (You can come too, as videographer. ;P )
Bronwyn I am smiling ‘seeing’ you here. Thanks so much and yes I am maried to quite the dance machine. Many laughs through many rehearsals. Thanks for the invite and we will be there. Since our son was the one doing the video he may need a guest pass. 🙂
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What a gorgeous girl, Sue, and what a mover your man is… er, was? 🙂 🙂 I love the twinkle in a father’s eyes when he looks at his little girl all grown up. I’m proud for both of you!
Thank you Jo. such a special day it was even though it poured rain and then snowed! Good grief. No matter it was a very lively indoor party. The dance was definitely a big hit!
I just looked at the wedding photos. Fabulous! 🙂 Many congrats to the happy couple. Who needs sunshine, anyway? 🙂
I love the photos too. No sun glare to worry about. 🙂 Thank you so much for the kind wishes.
excellent performance!!! I enjoyed “la danse des canards”! 🙂
Oh the old chicken dance. Dave and I danced that at our own wedding. Definitely dates us. 🙂
Beautiful wedding photos Sue! I am still laughing after watching that video of Dave dancing. I’m surprised he didn’t dislocate a hip. Would love to see the two of you out on the dance floor. 🙂
LuAnn I am smiling thinking of you enjoying the video. We had many good laughs through the rehearsals. He is such a good sport.
Dave and I started dating in the late 70’s so there definitely is some disco in the history. Yes we still like to get out on the floor from time to time. 🙂
Sue!!! What an amazing recap of your daughter’s beautiful wedding! What a beautiful bride and handsome groom! And you looked radiant! I enjoyed Dave and your daughter’s dance and the part when the chicken dance transitioned into Walk Like and Egyptian was my personal favorite!
It looked like an incredible celebration of love, joy, family and friends! I feel as if I were there, via your post!
Many happy years ahead for the bride and groom for sure!
Much love,
*Lia
Ahh Lia thank you so much for this sweet comment and good wishes. Like getting a hug across the miles. I love that you had the chance to meet Robyn in NYC.
The dance was a huge hit. I just told Dave about your favorite part and he laughed out loud. such fun memories. Love back to you sweet one.
I too feel so glad to have met Robyn along with you in NYC ! And oh I’m glad to make you all smile and laugh! That wedding dance was epic.
Yes I think we will be watching that video for many years to come. 🙂
Awww, that was an awesome dance. Definitely something fun to reminisce to later on. A belated congrats to your daughter. 🙂
Thank you Sha. It was a wonderful day and that dance just cracks me up. 🙂
I guess both your personalities rubbed off on your children..I can see that clearly in your daughter here..?
Yes we are very similar we two girls I would have to say. 🙂
Hilarious! What a beautiful bride! Such wonderful memories you and he and the lovely couple will have forever!
The wedding was so much fun. This dance , well who can forget this? 🙂