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It was almost the end of the reception. My feet were KILLING me.
I never planned to be a two-shoe gal. If I’m rocking heels, I’ll always wear them—or go barefoot—until the bitter, blistered end. Luckily our DOC had planned ahead, and she let me borrow some flip flops for the last 30 minutes of the party!
We had our last few dances, and I got to sixth-grade sway with Bridesmaid L before Mr. Hyena stole me away from her.
Our DOC made sure everyone got a paper airplane.
Mr. Hyena and I got up on the stage while everyone lined up.
Then everyone threw the airplanes at us! I used my bouquet as a shield, but Mr. Hyena got beaned in the face a couple of times. 
Mr. Hyena made sure I didn’t get my dress caught in the door of his little red truck, then we headed off to our hotel, Diet Coke cans rattling behind us.
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Our wedding reception was officially over.
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unless otherwise noted, all photos by Danny Boyle Photography
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Previously on A Life Full of Laughter:
I bought Toms and they were worth their weight in gold when those heels finally came off! I love your send off! You look so happy.
I would have used a shield too! Looks like a fun send off! 
How fun!! I love the airplane idea.
We are making our getaway on a golf cart! Score! haha
Love the send off! And this makes me super glad that I invested in some flats to change into for the reception
This is sooo wonderful ~~ Congrats you two and have a great honeymoon !
I’ve never seen an airplane send-off! How fun! Love your getaway vehicle too.
The paper airplanes are hilarious! I love a send-off that you have to shielf your face from. This and the football garter toss are two incredibly unque touches to your reception that will always stick out in my mind when I think of the Hyene reception. I love your smile right before you all head off!
@HoneyBear: How fun! Is your reception on a golf course?
@Miss Pony: Oh yes. Looking back, I still probably wouldn’t have gotten any flats, but it’s definitely a smart move.
@petra: Thank you!
@Mrs. Pain au Chocolat: Thanks!
@Miss Kettle: Aw thank you so much! That’s so sweet. I just wanted to make our wedding unique!
@KatieJean: Thanks!
@Mrs. Meerkat: Thank you!
I love the paper airplane send off, I have never heard of it!
Your send off was very fun! I noticed it is still light outside when you left though and I was wondering when your reception ended. What sort of timeline did you follow?
@Leene: Our reception ended around 6:30 or 7 in the evening. The wedding started at 2 p.m., and the reception started at about 3. I believe we got done with pictures and got to the reception at about 3:15 or 3:30.
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Mrs. Hyena, College Station, TX Age and Occupation: 23, Marketing Specialist Fiance's Age and Occupation: 24, Aerospace Engineering Grad Student Engagement Date: January 8, 2010 Wedding Date: May 2011 Venue: Downtown 202 About Me: I'm a Texas girl who met my future hubby in high school, then headed up to Oklahoma for a college education (BOOMER SOONER!) before moving back to the Lone Star State to be with him. I love reading and recycling, Photoshop and reality TV, making lame jokes and then laughing at them, quoting movies, and Mr. Hyena most of all. I'm perpetually early and I like to get things accomplished. When my cat meows at me, I meow back. We're planning a laid-back, unintentionally DIY wedding with a cocktail-party vibe, and can't wait to celebrate our nuptials with our nearest and dearest!
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