YellowBird Wedding

Congratulations Lauren & Todd!!!

yellowbirdwedding

June 25, 2014

It was HOT on June 22nd. And I’m pretty sure that 50% of the Buffalo population was at Woodlawn Beach. It was a gorgeous day to play in the sand and cool off in the water. It was an even better day to be married! Lauren & Todd picked a beautiful spot on the beach for their ceremony, and then a perfectly cool and comfortable spot for the reception. Everything looked perfect…including the beautiful couple. Todd waited out on the beach with his groomsmen (luckily in the shade) and Lauren stayed inside with her parents looking nervous and excited! After guests were shuttled over to the sand, everyone found their place in the sun and waited while listening to a 4 piece string band keep everyone in the mood. Soon enough, we left our shady spot for the sunshine and Lauren was escorted down. Guests were beaming under parasols as their friends shared readings and the couple said their vows. Afterwards, the couple ran to the shade to cool down. Getting married raises your temperature enough as it is! And for me, not only did I get to marry two amazing people, but I got the gift of chocolate after. Perfect. Day. Congratulations Todd & Lauren. Happy 7th anniversary and to many, many more years together!

Congratulations Kim & Chris!!!

yellowbirdwedding

no comments

June 24, 2014

June 21st continued to be a beautiful day at the Avanti Mansion in Hamburg. Of course, it’s always beautiful there, so I guess it wasn’t that surprising. What was surprising, was just how amazing Kim looked! What a stunner! She looked happy and excited to get the show on the road, and Chris and I were just so excited that there were bagpipes there. We both love bagpipes! After Chris and I made the long trek down to the alter, we waited for Kim to be escorted down and into the hands of her future husband. After a decade together, this moment was bursting to happen. They laughed and couldn’t stop looking straight at each other and I had one of those moments where I felt super lucky to be doing what I do. It was a beautiful moment and after that final kiss, all the guests waved their white ribbon wands in the air to celebrate the moment. Congratulations Kim & Chris! I’m so glad that you found each other and that you managed to find me to. A lifetime of love!

Congratulations Arielle & Nick!!!

yellowbirdwedding

no comments

June 23, 2014

June 21st was a perfect day to start off summer. It was gorgeous outside, not a cloud in the sky, and had an ideal cool breeze blowing over the White Birch Golf Course in Lyndonville, NY. After a beautiful drive down, I met with Arielle who looked gorgeous as did her daughter in pearls! And did little Bella know how to spin in her dress! After Arielle’s friends and family continued to tuck her in, I met with Nick…and his crutches. Nick recently broke his ankle and had to have surgery just a couple days prior. But that wasn’t going to stop him walking the aisle to be with his bride! After hobbling down, he put his crutches aside so that he would be able to hold Arielle’s hands when she made her way to him. Nick was getting a little teary eyed, and although he blamed it on the sun, I didn’t buy it for one minute! It was because she looked so beautiful! After their vows and pledges, it was time to kiss, and for Arielle to help Nick back down the aisle. They looked so amazing together. And Bella looked like she was having a great time! Congratulations Nick & Arielle! I wish you continued happiness on your journey together. I’m so glad you found me!

Congratulations Amy & Patrick!!!

yellowbirdwedding

no comments

June 18, 2014

June 14th was awesome not only because it’s my Grandma’s birthday, but because I had two weddings! My favorite sort of day! And ending your day at the Avanti Mansion is all you can hope for. Again, it was a cloudy day, but the sun managed to come out in full effect to shine down on Amy and Patrick. After getting the entire wedding party down to the ceremony spot (which took some time, I think there were either 16 or 18 of them!), Amy slowly made her way down to Patrick, who was beaming from ear to ear. Amy looked absolutely stunning! I don’t think that helped her nervousness though because she was shaking a little bit and looking down shyly. Patrick was rubbing her hands and squeezed them a few time to let her know he was there and everything was wonderful. They had a beautiful potted tree and added soil from their families houses and water to nuture the tree that would be planted at their home and with them for the rest of their lives. I like looking up and seeing people dabbing their eyes at such a meaningful moment. For a couple that first met when they were 10, it looked like they were falling in love for the first time. Congratulations Patrick & Amy! You’re already a perfect family with the dogs so I know their is nothing but happiness in your future!

Congratulations Desarae & Nate!!!

yellowbirdwedding

no comments

June 17, 2014

June 14th started off looking a little ominous. The sun was hiding and the threat of rain was in the air. As I drove to Eden to the Marienthal Country Inn, I was worried about what would happen to this outdoor wedding. I needn’t have worried. When it was time for Nate and Desarae to tie the knot, the clouds parted in anticipation and out came the sun! This place was seriously beautiful. It felt like a secret spot they discovered and decided to be married at. The inside was gorgeous with high ceilings and old wood work. The outside was covered with green and flowers and everyone looked so happy to be there. Desarae was upstairs getting ready while Nate walked around with a nervous look on his face while he tried to remember where he put the rings (don’t worry he found them). Soon they met under their handmade arbour and read their handwritten vows to each other. It was a beautiful moment only to be topped by a family member singing to them immediately after. Congratulations Desarae & Nate! I’m so happy I met both of you and your easygoing laid back attitude made for an amazing day. All the best!

Congratulations Jim & Eric!!!

yellowbirdwedding

no comments

June 16, 2014

What were you doing on Friday June 13th? Were you feeling superstitious and hiding out? Not Eric and Jim. They embraced Friday the 13th AND a full moon and made it into their wedding day! And even though there was some rain outside, they didn’t seem to mind. Inside the Brierwood Country Club, all was dry and warm and full of love. Guests mingled about either trying to love up on the grooms, or looking at the madlibs Eric & Jim created. Madlibs! Not to mention, I found my favorite cake topper yet! Soon we were ready for the big moment, and the loud techo music let us know this wasn’t like other weddings. I’m surprised I made it through the ceremony because we kept stopping to laugh. The two of them are hysterical! Towards the end of the ceremony they had their own signature cocktail ceremony where they mixed up a special Blue Curaçao drink. I wish I was able to stick around so I could have tried it. It looked amazing. Finally, after the jokes ended, they looked at each other seriously and embraced for their wedding kiss. It was a beautiful moment and I was so happy to have been there. Congratulations Jim & Eric! I’m so happy I met the two of you and enjoyed every moment we had together. Best wishes for more happy decades together.

Congratulations Kim & Jason!!!

yellowbirdwedding

no comments

June 11, 2014

Oh June 7th. You were proud of yourself weren’t you? Well you should have been because you were one glorious day! The sun was shining at the VFW post in Akron as guests walked around the giant yard taking in the warmth. Everything looked beautiful. These are the moments you realize that all you need is a big yard with a lot of green and a good eye to make an absolutely beautiful wedding. Between the tent, the dessert table, and the lawn games in the back, I knew I would have to drag myself away after the ceremony! When Kim and Jason arrived together they looked happy and ready to start the moment. They hid from their guests as seats were found and then Jason and I headed to the front as everyone stood for Kim’s walk down. They looked so happy when they were standing across from each other…minus some pesky bugs that were hanging around that Kim kept shooing away, which made the couple and their guests laugh. They kept it together pretty well, with tears sneaking into Kim’s eyes for a moment, but her pushing them down to get through the moment. After the kiss the deal was sealed and the party could begin! Congratulations Jason & Kim! It was a beautiful day for a beautiful couple. I wish you happiness and love for all of your days!

Congratulations Chelsea & Matt!!!

yellowbirdwedding

no comments

June 3, 2014

Wow. That’s pretty much all I could think when I first arrived at Geneva on the Lake for Chelsea and Matt’s Wedding. It was unbelievably gorgeous. I felt like I had walked onto a movie set. Everything was so green! Except the dazzling blue sky and lake, dotted with white sailboats. It was a perfect day, all sunshine with a cool breeze, and Matt and Chelsea couldn’t have looked more beautiful. After checking in with Chelsea and her presenting me with a handmade gift (seriously this day!), I went to see if Matt and his groomsmen were ready to begin a new chapter in Matt’s life. Obviously, Matt was more than ready! As we listened to the string quartet, we waited for Chelsea to stroll up to meet her love as their guest marveled at them and the view! They read their vows to each other and barely broke eye contact as they expressed their forever love and devotion. I wanted to hug them both when it was all over! Then they made their way down the aisle as their guest covered them with lilac seeds! Adorable! Congratulations Chelsea & Matt! I wish you so much happiness. You had the perfect beginning to a life together and I’m sure the rest will follow.

My present!!!

Congratulations Jennifer & Jeffrey!!!

yellowbirdwedding

no comments

May 29, 2014

On May 24th the sun was shining, the birds were singing, and the guests were smiling at Becker Farms as they awaited Jennifer and Jeffrey’s wedding! It was truly the best place to be on a gorgeous Saturday. When I arrived, Jennifer’s family was fawning over here, putting last touches on her hair and getting her into her amazing dress. I found Jeffrey hanging out behind the brewery, having a nervous cigarette break and chatting with Jennifer’s son Anwar who made one handsome groomsman. As the guests basked in the sun, Jeffrey walked out and squinted in the sun as he waited for his bride to make her way to him. They were laughing and joking right off the bat and the guests loved it. They had a candle ceremony to bring themselves and Anwar into one family and we joked that it was good luck when the candle eventually blew out. Congratulations Jeffrey and Jennifer! I know the two of you will always keep each other laughing and happy and I wish you nothing but the best. I can’t wait to see what a handsome man Anwar grows up to be!

Congratulations Melanie & Adele!!!

yellowbirdwedding

no comments

May 27, 2014

As you know if you’ve followed this blog at all, I love a good Wednesday wedding. Nothing breaks up the work day like rushing off to Niagara Falls to unite two lovers. And that’s exactly how Wednesday May 21st was! I met up with Melanie and Adele and some of their close family at Niagara Falls on an absolutely gorgeous day. I can’t think of anywhere else I would have rather been! Adele had flown in from the UK so not only were they unbelievably excited for their wedding, but they were so happy just to see each other! We found a quaint little patch of grass near the falls where there weren’t too many onlookers, and Melanie & Adele read beautiful vows to each other. I hope whoever was on the other end of that FaceTime was able to hear them, because they were very touching. Congratulations Melanie & Adele! Although the states will miss you Melanie, I’m so happy you and Adele will finally get to be together with the boys all the time. Best wishes across the pond!