Before the wedding one of the big decision that we had to was do we take pictures before the ceremony or after the ceremony. Brigitte and I always wanted our day to reflect us and decided that we would do a “reveal” before the ceremony. The reasons for this included: being able to spend some time with each other before the ceremony, getting to share that special moment with just her and I, and allowing us to transition from ceremony to reception to be much quicker. Being able to see my beautiful bride and spend a few personal moments with her was one of the most memorable parts of the whole day.
For those of you that were able to join us for that special day you may have recalled that there was a moment in the ceremony where it rained, and then hailed. If rain is good luck then a hailstorm must mean eternal happiness. We felt that it was such a sign that we even got a print of the famous Charlotte photo that was taken that day. Two amazing things we love about the photo is the rainbow over Charlotte and the fact that you can actually see the hailstorm that passed overhead of us. Thankfully the extreme weather was only during the ceremony and for a few minutes into the reception.
Brigitte and I could not have dreamed that a reception like ours could have been possible. The guys at Split Second Sound did a great job getting the party started and keeping the dance floor packed all night. I know that Brigitte’s legs were sore the next few days afterwards because she never stepped off the dance floor. The other great addition was the photo booth by Critsey Rowe Photography. All of the wigs, hats, glasses, goggles, and other props made for some hilarious pictures.
As we planned the wedding Brigitte and I wanted to keep the theme centered on our family and us. At the reception we had several items that reflected this theme (items we haven't necessarily mentioned in other posts). The quilt squares were used instead of a guest book and they will be sewn together by my mom, a quilting genius. It’s not to late to sign one if you haven’t done so. Brigitte’s mom made the delicious cupcakes at the reception, both the red velvet and German chocolate. We still have the large cupcake in the freezer, and per traditions we will be eating a bite on the one-year anniversary. The truffle favors were created by my aunt, each box contained one raspberry and one amaretto truffle. She also created the chocolate mints, mint flavored chocolates, and chocolate dipped shortbreads.
Two other great memories from the reception will also be the scotch and cigar break at the reception and the post reception party. The gentlemen of the bridal party and a few other guys were lucky enough to participate in a glass of scotch and a cigar at the reception thanks to Josh Peake. It certainly allowed for some great photo opportunities as well as some much deserved "guy time". After the reception we left with friends from Byron's and took the light rail to Uptown. The first stop was Blackfinn in Epicenter. I like to believe that since we were so nicely dressed they opened up a side room just for us and our friends. Whatever the case may be we enjoyed a great night out dancing and at the end of the night Brigitte and I stopped in a Five Guys for a burger before walking across the street to our room at the Ritz.
As we get further from that great day we still have the pictures, but the details start to get blurry. By writing down the events now it will allow Brigitte and I to keep the excitement of that night fresh in our minds. As great as it was, it would not have been possible without the help and support of all our friends and family, thank you again for making it a day we will not soon forget.
No comments:
Post a Comment