One word can maybe
come close to describing this wedding: AMAZING. Everything was perfect: the
dress, the bride and groom, the wedding party, the location, the weather, shall
I go on?
Driving to the ceremony (where the bridal party was and
ceremony was to be held), we noticed an old weathered barn, so of course we
thought “I wonder if we could use this today”? We stopped to ask the owner (an
adorable older man), and he didn’t even have to think about it, “OF COURSE you
can use it!” This made us pretty ecstatic for wedding party pictures. Then, from
the moment we arrived at Meghan’s parents’ house, we were already obsessed with
the set-up: an outdoor ceremony with all
handmade décor on a BEAUTIFUL farm.
First things first, we scoped out the location. I had been
here before for engagement pictures, so I knew where I wanted to take pictures –
but being excited, I wanted to look again. Once we knew where we were going, we
headed into the house to see the girls and briefly explain our plan. Meghan got
ready in her floor length laced cream dress, and she was stunning. It was time
for the reveal to her groom. We headed to the front porch where they were to be
wed within hours and there stood her groom, Dan. His back was to her so that
she couldn’t see his face and he couldn’t see hers (the anticipation I can
imagine is indescribable!). Once
revealed to each other he instantly smiled and said “you’re beautiful”. From
that moment on: I knew it was going to be an incredible day.
The wedding party rocked it – everyone was handsome/beautiful
and all about fun! We were able to get all of our pictures done prior to the ceremony
and then relax until the “I do’s” were said. I have never been part of such an emotional wedding before, there
have been tears shed – but this one takes the top of the chart. From the moment
the Bride was escorted by her father – the tears were flowing; Tressa has the
most amazing picture of this, I can hardly wait to share it! The songs
escalated the emotions throughout the ceremony and when all was said and almost
done – Dan tried to grab Meghan for a kiss. This left everyone laughing when
the minister said “Whoa, just a minute Dan” :] A great way to end such an
meaningful ceremony.
Time to bring on the fun right?! We headed on the bus to the
barn we found, got some great shots before heading to the Moonshine & Whiskey bar. If only every wedding came with this
barn – we would be in heaven. Meghan and
Dan were welcomed into the bar by all family and friends, giving us lots of
candid shots!
We left for the reception and although I had never heard of
it before – I will definitely never forget it! The Refuge in Oak Grove is so beautiful! A location with lots of
character and space, we loved everything about it. When the wedding party
arrived, dinner came, and then the speeches started. Here we go again –
speeches that kept a lump in my throat throughout them: so meaningful, so
beautiful, and so heartfelt. I agree with your sister Meghan – you and Dan have
raised Weston to be such an awesome little man! He’s perfect!!
Just when we thought that the tears were through… we went
into the dance portion of the night! Meghan and her dad had such a sentimental
dance that left everyone with happy tears afterwards. The only thing I could
think is that Meghan was a daddy’s girl for life and what an amazing
relationship they have!
We cannot thank Meghan, Dan, and their families for having
us part of this memory! We had such a great time with everyone, including all 8
of the B-team! ;] Happy Honeymooning in
Colorado and we can’t wait for you to see all of your pictures!
