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Congratulations Krista & Luke!!!

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July 12, 2022

Sometimes it rains on your wedding day, and sometimes it POURS. And that’s what was happening on July 1st at the Avanti Mansion for Krista and Luke’s wedding. I was nervous looking for Krista because I was afraid she’d be very upset and beside herself. I’ve seen a lot of brides on rainy days, and it isn’t always a pretty site. But Krista is the most go with the flow bride there is! Yes she was bummed, but she wasn’t letting it take away from her day at all. She was like, we still have the whole day, everyone is here, and it’s still going to be amazing. That is the right attitude to have! You don’t let yourself get disappointed by something you can’t control. I them immediately watched her change her adorable little baby, one handed while in her gown. Hero status over here. Luke was simply happy that Krista wasn’t disappointed and couldn’t wait for the ceremony to start. And when it did…I almost didn’t make it. Luke started crying when he saw his bride, and then sobbing, and then his mom was watching him and started sobbing and I was just digging my nails into my hand to keep it together! It’s hard to see such displays of love and not be moved by it. And since it was the two of them, holding hands, kissing at the end, it didn’t matter that it was raining outside. It only mattered that they were in that moment together. Congratulations Luke and Krista! You’re such a lovely family now with little Kennedy by your side.

Congratulations Kylie & Adam!!!

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July 8, 2022

June 24th was extra exciting not only because I got to spend it with Kylie & Adam, but because it was at a new venue for me! After 475 weddings, I’ve seen it all, so I was very excited to see Maison Albion, a breathtaking 1879 mansion! And it was the perfect spot for Kylie and Adam to get married. They were outside, in front of the pond with gardens all around them. That made it ok that lots of little creepy crawlers were interested in moving into Kylie’s dress 😂. But truly, nothing could have taken away from this beautiful moment. They held hands and looked into each other’s eyes and just radiated happiness that this moment had finally come together. You couldn’t help but beam along with them as they kissed for the first time as a married couple! Congratulations Adam and Kylie! Not only did you look perfect at a perfect place, but it couldn’t be clearer you found the perfect partner. Much love!

Congratulations Rachel & Brandon!!!

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July 8, 2022

June 12th was another stunner at The Sterling at Arrowhead for Rachel and Brandon’s wedding. It IS a breezy spot though, so if you love the idea of your gorgeous veil blowing in the wind around you, creating perfect photos, then this is the place for you! And Rachel did look amazing as she stood at the alter with Brandon, veil lightly blowing as they shared their touching vows with one another. You should have seen how happy they looked as I asked their friends and family if they would always support and care for them and the crowd enthusiastically gave a heartfelt “WE WILL!” All in all, it was a perfect moment for a beautiful couple who I was honored to pronounce husband and wife. Congratulations Brandon and Rachel! You’re such a lovely couple and I won’t forget this special moment. I wish you a million more moments that are even half as happy as this one.

Congratulations Julie & Matt!!!

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June 23, 2022

June 11th was a beautiful day for two beautiful humans! In the Rose Garden at Delaware Park, and inside The Terrace, Julie and Matt’s wedding was being set up, and it looked amazing. Outside in the garden, there were two musicians playing live music, and it was such a lovely and romantic moment. By the time Julie and Matt were ready to start, I felt they had to because they could no longer contain their excitement! Matt was escorted down the aisle by the Grandmas (adorable), and we were all lucky enough to watch Julie, looking stunning in her long, sweeping dress, make her way out. They immediately grabbed hands and although there was a beating sun on them, I’m not sure they noticed anything but each other. Congratulations Matt & Julie! I was so happy to be part of such a perfect moment, and I couldn’t be happier that the two of you found such a perfect person to share your life with.

Congratulations Holly & Justin!!!

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June 15, 2022

June 5th was a stunning day at O’Brien’s Sleepy Hollow. I can honestly say only Holly and Justin could get me to miss the Gay Pride Parade and instead hang out with them! But it was worth it to see these two people, who love each other so much, share such a beautiful moment. It was a pollen filled day, and Justin and I joked about how we’d survive the billowing and blowing pollen clouds that were surrounding us. Little did we know that wouldn’t be the issue…As we made our way to the alter, and watched gorgeous Holly make her way out, I started to notice a cute little caterpillar on Justin’s shoulder. And while he laughed a lot during the ceremony, I didn’t find out until later that it was because he step-daughter who was maid of honor, was COVERED in them! They were all just smiling and laughing and having such a pure and wonderful moment. During the funny bits were the heartfelt bits and they seemed as happy as can be to be kissing as husband and wife. Congratulations Justin and Holly! I wish you endless joy and a caterpillar free future!

Congratulations Samantha & Jasmine!!!

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June 10, 2022

I was lucky enough to kick off Pride Month on June 4th at the Botanical Gardens with Samantha and Jasmine for their lovely wedding! When they arrived they both looked so beautiful and excited (ok nervous) to share this moment with each other and their closest friends and family. I don’t often get emotional at weddings, but when their two grandmas came down the aisle as flower girls, I almost lost it!!! They held hands at the alter and looked deeply into each others eyes, while I listened to the sound of bridesmaids sobbing next to me 😂. It gives you an idea of how special this moment was and how happy everyone was for it. Soon enough it was time to kiss as married wives and I felt as excited as everyone in that room. Congratulations Jasmine and Samantha! I’m so glad that you found each other in Middle School and kept that friendship and love alive until now. Best wishes always.

Congratulations Melissa & Alex!!!

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June 6, 2022

I haven’t had a wedding at the Hotel Lafayette in a minute, so I was happy to find myself there on May 6th for Melissa & Alex’s wedding! It’s a lovely spot that was made for a lovely couple. After checking out their perfect room, I made my way out to the courtyard to see where this special moment would take place. It seemed perfect for them and I was excited as Alex made his way out to lovingly watch Melissa come join him. They seemed a bit nervous, but took hands and smiled and repeated their vows to one another as people in the audience welled up. I was so happy when I was finally time to announce it was time to kiss the bride! Congratulations Alex and Melissa! I’m so happy you found each other (and Pretzel) and I wish you a lifetime of happiness!

Congratulations Megan & Shane!!!

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April 26, 2022

April 23rd was a windy day that was trying very hard to be Spring. And since this wedding took place outside at Ravenwood Gold Club, I would say it succeeded! I found Megan and Shane looking very excited for this moment to begin. I’m not sure I saw nerves as much as I saw pure happiness. When they were standing at their alter, hand in hand, it was so clear that these two people were made for each other…or as much as I could see with my darn hair blowing in my eyes! I told you it was windy! But nothing could distract from how beautiful Megan looked and what a meaningful moment it was. By the time they were kissing as husband and wife, the space was erupting with joy. Congratulations Shane and Megan. This moment has been a long time coming and I’m so honored I got to share it with you. Much love always.

Congratulations Abby & Jeff!!!

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March 21, 2022

Intimate and beautiful. That is really all I can say about Abby & Jeff’s wedding on March 6th at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House. They are a beautiful couple, in a beautiful space, with a beautiful love for each other. They knew they wanted to be married and that they only needed the two of them there for it to be a perfect. It felt like such an honor that they chose me to share this private moment with them. They looked at each other with so much love and happiness and in that moment I knew it was absolutely correct that it was just them, because they wouldn’t have noticed anyone else anyway. Congratulations Jeff and Abby! You’re such a spectacular couple and I wish you a lifetime of happiness!!!

Congratulations Pam & Tom!!!

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March 10, 2022

Pam and Tom immediately knew what they wanted for their wedding. A small, intimate ceremony at the beautiful Botanical Gardens on a Thursday afternoon, with their closest people and of course, their huge St. Bernard dog, Cooper! And it truly was a perfect moment. As I watched them hold hands (and a leash), I saw them become more emotional than they anticipated. I sometimes think that people assume since it’s a small wedding without all the bells and whistles, they will casually walk through it, but then you start listening to the words and thinking about your partner and THAT’S IT! The tears begin and I watch emotion sweep over them. It was truly a lovely moment and I got many, many dog pets. Congratulations Tom and Pam! I see such love and happiness in your future. Take care!