thoughts from Calhoun

Evka,

I am happy for both of you guys, I think it is very exciting to have another wedding on a horizon. We all know how our mom can (rather can't) handle situations such as weddings. She will get upset with most of the family, and I can't imagine how we will go on with our project in Nov. Not mentioning the investment we all are putting into it....
I hate to tell Evka what to do, because it is not my business, but I want to suggest to have the wedding after the trip. I would never suggest that, but I feel that the wedding will directly affect the November trip.
I attended last 3 weddings where mom was as well, and especially after what she did at Renata's wedding I am know it is not going to be smooth. There will be always something, that will create a huge blow out.
Eva and Cassey can do what they want, I will support them, I love and respect them, but at this point knowing more about the wedding, I don't see how we can plan the November trip if the wedding will take a place before the trip.
Another aspect, if the wedding wasn't in Dec or later, at least 3 people would have to pay for their visa (past Dec 2008 might not be visa needed for Czech tourists). Also Eva could get herself into a situation, that she will not have her papers in tact, and might not be able to go to Czech......

I guess, what I am saying is I want the wedding to be very special and happy day for Eva and Cassey. Also I want our mom to enjoy her 60th B-day. It is hard to compromise, but somehow we need to look for a solution together.

I want to encourage everyone to participate here and especially Evka and Cassey to share with us how they feel.

I hope to hear from you soon.

Have a great day.

Rene