L>R: Me, Ash, Emily + David, Dad, Mom
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Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Reception
One of the best things about weddings involving people who are LONG TIME Calvary members is that it's like a reunion at the wedding. Our dear, recently married friends (#finallymonroes wedding), Ralph and Christa Monroe were there (Ralph was a groomsman) with their baby boy, Tobias! First time seeing him in person and he was so precious. I'm still not good with children though, so I didn't hold him, but was more than happy to help my very excited mum take pictures with him.
Overall, had a GREAT TIME. Dearest David and Emily, I wish you both the best and I hope
you have a fabulous time on your honeymoon!! :D
Next #MusicMonday2018, I will be sharing about a movie + soundtrack that have absolutely captured my heart and have been on constant repeat through the past month or so. It's LITERALLY the greatest show. ;) (did you see what I did there? :P)
Wedding Ceremony
the walls of the Artisan Center where they had the ceremony
I think this was from their rehearsal dinner the night before? Gorgeous ambiance.
photo cred: Mr. Hogan (father of the bride)
chairs' layout, the "front" half of the Artisan Center
photo cred: Mr. Hogan (father of the bride)
tables in the "back" half of the Artisan Center, parted in the middle to create an "aisle"
D+E used the same location for both ceremony and reception, just needed to "flip" the place after
this was great to see b/c 1) smart and cost-efficient and 2) my own parents did this at their wedding too!
photo cred: Mr. Hogan (father of the bride)
guestbook and decor
David escorting in his mother, Ms. Sandy
waiting on the bridal party
entering of the bridal party
the bridal party's almost all there! last but not least, the best man and maid of honor!
waiting on the bride...
the cutest flower girls ever! I loved the idea of having them happily skip down the aisle. <3
here comes the bride! and isn't she just GORGEOUS?!
wedding...
wedding-wedding...
photo cred: Mr. Hogan (father of the bride)
the first kiss! no, seriously. it's the first kiss for BOTH of them.
what a special memory!
-----------------------------------One of the best things about weddings involving people who are LONG TIME Calvary members is that it's like a reunion at the wedding. Our dear, recently married friends (#finallymonroes wedding), Ralph and Christa Monroe were there (Ralph was a groomsman) with their baby boy, Tobias! First time seeing him in person and he was so precious. I'm still not good with children though, so I didn't hold him, but was more than happy to help my very excited mum take pictures with him.
Mum with Tobias. Just look at those eyes!
L>R: Keona, Mum, Tobias, and Christa
+ Paula (from the #kuala wedding) and Ash!
what the Artisan Center looked like after being "flipped"
photo cred: Mr. Hogan (father of the bride)
table 23! wedding tip: you never know the order they release tables to get food. pick a table in the middle, and you're guaranteed a decent wait time!
we had a table of friends that took Table 1, expecting to be released first, and were horrified when the emcee said "and the first shall be last" (Bible reference). XD Lessons learned, everyone!
appetizers. the tea was actually really good! I was pleasantly surprised!
cue the bridal party!
beef, chicken, Asiago potatoes, corn, greek salad with feta (be still my cheese loving heart), and roll + butter
I ate VERY well at this reception. Thank you D+E for getting an awesome caterer!!
bridal party at the head table
photo cred: Mr. Hogan (father of the bride)
cuuuuuuuuuuute <3
photo cred: Mr. Hogan (father of the bride)
the first dance. very impressive, and having danced with David before (swing + line), I'm not the least bit surprised at how good they looked :)
snagged a quick pic with Olivia (sister of the bride + bridesmaid) who had helped me greatly with the bridal shower decorations for D+E back in C'dale!
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you have a fabulous time on your honeymoon!! :D
Next #MusicMonday2018, I will be sharing about a movie + soundtrack that have absolutely captured my heart and have been on constant repeat through the past month or so. It's LITERALLY the greatest show. ;) (did you see what I did there? :P)
~Byeeeee!
Cool wedding ceremony! I must say the arrangements are attractive in their own way. Guests are having a great time at wedding venues booked by the planner. Food and drinks are served in a pleasing manner. Will take some tips to arrange a baby shower for my sister in few days. Inviting all our dear ones through DIY cards would be a great idea.
ReplyDeleteOne thing that's fun about weddings is that the bride's personality really shines through in lots of the choices. I don't believe D+E had an actual "planner", it was more or less executed by family members.
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