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December 27, 2016

It’s always crazy when the time finally comes. The last wedding of the year! And I couldn’t have had a better couple than Sarah and Heath to celebrate with! On December 17th, at the Foundry, I was able to share in a beautiful moment the felt like a wedding and a Christmas party at the same time. I first checked in with Sarah and found her absolutely glowing and excited and yet still taking care of her two little boys as they ran around and tried not to get into trouble. Heath was also ready for the big moment, and when the boys were with him, they made an adorable trio. There was a Christmas tree stationed behind where the couple would stand, and there were ornaments on it that the family of four made, that guests could take with them as they left. I was feeling nothing but joy, although I did see Grandpa looking at the photo of Grandma who had passed, sand when he started crying I was incredibly touched. There was just so much love in the room. Soon it was time to start and Sarah was escorted down to meet Heath who looked like he had been waiting his whole life for this moment. Everything was perfect, and even if they did have to look away from each other a few time to see what the boys were up to, you could tell this moment was shared between just the two of them. Until of course they gathered in a circle with the boys to share family vows about loving each other always and forever. Truly, almost better than Christmas! Soon enough it was time for the kiss and guest were immediately swarming them congratulating them and wishing them the best. Congratulations Heath and Sarah!!! There is no one else I would have wanted to celebrate my final wedding of the year with, and I feel better for now knowing the two of you. Best wishes always!

Congratulations Rebecca & Mark!!!

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December 13, 2016

There is always a point in December when it starts to feel like Christmas. For me, it was December 4th at Columns in Elma for Rebecca and Mark’s wedding! What a winter wonderland! There were trees and snowmen and presents and snow and garland and everything you could imagine. And then there was the most beautiful ornament of all…Rebecca! She looked stunning in her dress and she confessed that her and Mark are true Christmas lovers. As if that wasn’t apparent! As Rebecca finished getting ready, I found Mark, nervously roaming around with his tux and baseball hat, and found that he was ready to get things started. His young son (best-man!) was on his heels making silly jokes and feeling quite confident in his little man tux. They were an adorable pair. Guests were cozying up the fireplace and telling stories about the couple. It felt like I was at a wonderful family’s Christmas party, and I didn’t want the night to end. Soon enough though, it was time to begin, and I headed up to the front with Mark to await Rebecca. Everyone stood as she slowly made her way down the aisle, looking lovely and Mark beaming at her. The ceremony was an amazing moment full of laughter and whispers and smiles and it felt really special for me, especially since it was my second to last wedding of the year! After their vows and kiss, the grasped hands and headed back into their wonderland, ready for their new life together. Congratulations Mark and Rebecca! You’re a perfect couple and I know you have many, many Christmases together ahead of you. Much love!

Congratulations Kelsey & Kevin!!!

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November 22, 2016

November 11th was special not only because Kelsey and Kevin were married, but I did my first official church wedding! The Trinity Church is a gorgeous building that let’s non-denominational ministers perform ceremonies there. I was a tad bit intimidated when I first walked in, but soon it felt welcoming and of course full of love as guests filled in. I found Kevin who had a nervous glow to him and seemed just as in love with the space as I was. He was eager for Kelsy to arrive and I think get everything started. The longer you stand around the more nervous you feel! There was a pianist on the stage greeting everyone, and it felt like the perfect time to watch a couple share their love. And that’s exactly what they did when Kelsey arrived! She walked down the aisle and then Kevin came out to meet her and bring her up onto the stage, where they both looked nervous together! They smiled so much and gave me that “wow this is happening” look a few times. Kevin made it all the way to the last line of his vows, before he chocked up and needed a second to catch his breath. That looked like Kelsey’s favorite moment of all. Only to be topped by the kiss at the end! Congratulations Kevin and Kelsey! It was a beautiful moment for such beautiful people and far from your last one together. I wish you so much happiness in your life together!

Congratulations Nikole & Bryan!!!

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November 8, 2016

Remember remember the 5th of November. I can tell you in all certainty, that Nikole and Bryan will surely do just that! At The Webb, in a gorgeous brick room, their guests gathered on an unseasonably warm and beautiful day to watch Nikole and Bryan share their vows and become husband and wife. They both seemed pretty excited and calm when I arrived (more on that later), and I enjoyed just walking around and looking at all the beautiful things at their wedding. Guests were taking photos of each other with Polaroid cameras and leaving them in a guest book for the couple. After everyone said their hellos, it was time to sit down and await the beautiful Nikole as she made her entrance. I would say in this moment, Bryan possibly lost his calm. He looked very, very nervous. I think it all hit him in one moment. That after 9 years together, it was his wedding day! I watched him shoot small glances at Nikole, but I could tell her was worried about crying so he would quickly look away and focus on getting through the moment. Nikole was beaming at him the whole time though, I’m sure knowing how he is and how he would handle the moment. When they said their vows though, they looked into each others eyes and you could feel the love that had been created over all those years. Eventually the hard part was over and they could kiss and relax into their new rolls. Congratulations Bryan and Nikole! I’m so happy that I met you and spent this amazing moment with you. You’ve been through so much together already, these next 50 or so years will be a breeze 😉

Forever happy and grateful

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November 7, 2016

I just wanted to share a few photos from my big day because (A). I loved this day and like thinking about it often and (B). I love Ayres Photography and think they do the most amazing job.
Remember folks, so many wedding day things you’ll forget and won’t matter in the long run. But your photos are forever!

Congratulations Breanna & John!!!

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November 4, 2016

Sometimes you can’t wait until the evening to get married, because you want to spend the entire day as husband and wife. That was the case for Breanna and John on October 28th. At 10AM, at the always stunning Botanical Gardens, they had their moment in front of maybe a dozen family members, and quietly and beautifully became each others family. It was a truly beautiful moment, flowers covering everything and both of them looking dashing, especially the little skulls on John’s bow tie. John seemed a little nervous once he stood up front, but seemed to relax more and more every time he looked at Breanna. They had a painting ceremony where they each poured two different color paints down their canvas, watching them combine into one new color, symbolizing their new life together. It was truly a beautiful moment, and I could see all of their guest beaming when it came time for that first kiss. Congratulations John and Breanna! I loved you the minute I met you both, and I’m so happy that I was a part of this moment. That was definitely the best way to start a day. Best wishes always!

Congratulations Brittany & Jeremy!!!

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October 31, 2016

October 22nd at the Lafayette Hotel was where you wanted to be if seeing a gorgeous couple have a gorgeous wedding was your plan! Brittany and Jeremy are an amazing couple, and at the Lafayette Hotel, in a small yet classic room, they had their guests gather for their big moment. As soon as I got there you could tell everyone was having a great time. And Brittany and Jeremy are both chill (and hilarious) people that were ready for this moment and not at all nervous. The only time the huge smile on Jeremy’s face changed at all, when when the doors opened and he saw his bride before him. Then the huge smile was accompanied by tear filled eyes. While they intentionally wanted a smaller and more intimate wedding, they made it the biggest and most heartfelt event when they shared their vows. Vows that got them a huge round of applause from their guests. I mean they were so touching and meaningful and hilarious, it felt like I was watching a movie of a perfect wedding! But after that it was back to the real world, which is even better when two people share their first kiss as a married couple. Congratulations Jeremy and Brittany. I’m truly so happy that you found me and that I was able to share in this day. I was so happy and proud watching you, I really felt like I knew you my whole life! Best wishes always.

Congratulations Melissa & Jason!!!

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October 25, 2016

October 15th was a beautiful day, especially on Owasco Lake in Auburn NY. Jason was hanging with his guys, maybe a little nervous and confused about how exactly things should be happening. You could tell he was focused on everything being perfect for Melissa, and that was making him a little disjointed in this thoughts. He wasn’t sure when he should walk out or the order of his groomsmen, but I knew as soon as he saw Melissa, everything was going to come together for him! Melissa was hiding out with her dad waiting for the moment she would enter and take that long walk to the alter. Near the Springside Inn, the little chapel was a perfect place for these two to begin their promises. After a little rushing around looking for missing boutineers and the usual wedding day things, it was time for it to start. Jason and I headed to the alter and he seriously looked so adorably nervous. Soon the bridesmaids made their way down and then the doors opened to Melissa. There were smiles all around and she slowly walked down, nervously looking at Jason and down at her feet. They are both sort of shy, so I’m sure this was a very intense moment for them. But there are no nerves that can keep you from the one you love and that was proved in this moment. After their vows they took hands and shared some quick looks and moment with each other. It felt very intimate because they only looked at each other and focused on that. Congratulations Jason and Melissa. The two of you were meant for each other and I’m so glad I was able to share such a beautiful moment with you. Much love!

Congratulations Jessika & Mike!!!

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October 19, 2016

October 8th was a super special and amazing day. Not only did two exceptional people get married, but one of them happened to be my friend that I met back in 8th grade. I had just moved to a new school, in the middle of the year no less, and it was awful. Being the new kid is a painful experience, and I was fully expecting everyone to ignore me forever. But that first day, someone came up to me and immediately make me feel welcome and less afraid and that was Jessika! So I was more than honored to perform her wedding ceremony. Her and Mike are an awesome couple. Not only do they have two beautiful little boys together, but they are carefree and fun-loving, which meant that I had permission to make fun of them in the ceremony! My favorite! They got married at The Tralf Music Hall, since music is such a big part of their lives, and it looked like the coolest concert I had ever been to. Jessika and Mike were feeling good when I arrived, a little nervous, but mostly excited. Jessika is a local singer, so her guitar player was on the stage getting all the guests ready. Soon enough, it was time for Jessika to make that long walk up onto the stage, to stand next to the guy she had been loving for 9 years! Did I mention she made that walk to an acoustic version of Man Eater? Yeah. They are that awesome. Their vows were beautiful and hilarious and it was difficult for me to keep it together with so much love in the room. Congratulations Mike and Jessika! I’m so happy to have been a part of your day, and that you guys have the happiness you’ve always deserved. Now can we please hang out more?