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This story started long ago. They were married once before.... to each other. They have three children together. They have a love for each other that will not quit!!! This was one of the more relaxed celebrations. The bride & groom were at ease. Of course, they gave been here before. But this time the nerves were gone. They knew what they wanted and that was to be married once again... to each other. The ceremony was no less special than the first. It had all the same elements, however, it had more meaning. It also included a Branding of the Hide Unity Ceremony with irons of their insignia. Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Erickson!!!! Again!!!! Shoutouts: Venue: Laural Mill https://www.facebook.com/lauralmillllc/ Dinner provided by Carla's Catering https://www.facebook.com/carlascatering1/ Cake provided by Nothing Bundt Cakes https://www.facebook.com/nothingbundtcakes?mibextid=ZbWKwL Photography by Wild Heart Images https://www.facebook.com/wildheartimage/

They did a thing... It was an intimate setting with a large mature maple tree as the backdrop. Roughly, eighty guests plus the sizable wedding party (five each side and two flower girls, two ring bearers and one officiant). What a weird weather pattern for July. Exceptionally hot & oppressively humidity is normal for this time of year. However, all these storms aren't all that necessary, right? After all, no rain in the summer months is one of the driving reasons to schedule an outdoor wedding. It's still a risk, but, this year has been rough. Luckily, the rain moved on a couple hours before the ceremony. The heat and humidity wasn't nearly as intense as it was earlier. It actually turned out to be quite a lovely evening. Its go time! The guests were in place. Queue the music. The mothers, beaming with pride and eagerness, were escorted to their seats. The groom enters with the officiant and took their mark at the altar area. The bridal party advanced down the aisle in pairs. Pausing just before the groom, the bridesmaid would proceed to her spot. The groomsmen would approach the groom and "bro-hug" him one last time as a single man before taking their positions. The flower girls led the ring bearers down the aisle. The youngest ring bearer took his time and visited along the way. It was adorable. Here's the big moment the engaged have been waiting for!!! "Will you please all rise?" Wow! What an emotional moment. The groom was visibly affected. He has been ready for this moment for a long time. Didn't seem anxious or nervous, but once he saw her, he was overwhelmed with excitement. She! Was! Absolutely! Stunning!!! Her dress was perfect. And her smile simply was radiant. Dear old dad was doing his best to hold it together. He remembered his line as well as giving his favorite daughter (of the day) an enveloping embrace before shaking his soon-to-be Son-in-law's hand and sending them beneath the tree. It probably felt like forev

There are days that simply put a smile on your face and this was one of them!!! It was an intimate wedding party, but a full house of family and friends. They ALL showed up to celebrate. Not a single empty table to be found. The bride's aunt provided much of the decorations. From the balloon arch, to the dining table settings, to the cupcake towers. This lady has wonderful talents. She transformed a very useful space into a wedding & reception environment. Amazing. The rehearsal was, let's say, interesting. The Man of Honor couldn't be present due to other obligations. The bride's brother, who will be escorting the bride to the altar, may or may not arrive as he was still in Florida awaiting results from his daughters competition. The word was that he started the drive to Bedford at midnight the night of rehearsal. They made it roughly an hour before the ceremony. The love of a brother, right?! Even with a few gaps in the wedding party for the rehearsal, the wedding went flawlessly. A few minutes of "do this" training for the absentees before the ceremony and boom, they nailed it! The ceremony was performed by a first-timer officiant. Although, not foreign to the ministry, as he has fifteen years of experience under him, Scott delivered a very, very pleasant service. Articulate and used his "preacher voice" which made it easy to hear. The unique thing to note is that he works with the groom. He better not mess this up! Tobie, the bride, was all smiles and so at ease all day. She had a team to support her and she let it happen. And wow did she look absolutely stunning!!! The groom cleaned up pretty well too. Probably the only time he'll be seen without suspenders. He doesn't really embrace all the attention that comes with a wedding day. But he championed through it for his bride. A quote from Rob, groomsman, during his from-the-heart speech, "To know Ray is to love him". Once you get past the groom's gruff, guarded exterior, he is one

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"It's about time!" That's what the groom said when he was told he could kiss the bride!!! It was such a beautiful ceremony. Everything was like clockwork, just as we rehearsed. The part that astonished me the most about the ceremony was the exchanging of the vows. First of all, they wrote their own vows. Which doesn't happen often these days. Secondly, their message to each other was quite sincere and clear. They absolutely loved one another and expressed their loyalty and support for each other with conviction. Lastly, they recited their commitment with such ease and clarity. They were truly ready for this moment. After "the kiss", the newlyweds exited the church hearing a wonderful applause behind them. They circled around the side and came back into the building, while the guests found their way outside for the "photo send-off". The guests were provided with a tube of snow that was to be thrown in the air as the bride and groom made their way out the front doors again, with the church bells ringing this time. It wasn't actually snow. Not sure what it was exactly, besides white, light, fluffy and absolutely everywhere when it was over! Ohmagoodness, I have to tell you, that dress was exquisite and fit so perfectly! She was absolutely stunning. The groom cleaned up pretty well too! Their "I Do Crew".... Wow. Besides being a super supportive group, they were gorgeous from their perfect hair to their glamorous shoes. With smiles that could make your heart melt. The groomsmen, well, they did their best... awe, who's kidding?! They were studs and they knew it to too! These wedding photos will be phenomenal! The reception was a huge success as well, with tons of laughter, visiting, catching up and dancing!!! The bride and groom ended the evening with a private dance. No one in the room except themselves. A moment for them to reflect on their special day. A moment to finally breathe... Ladies & Gentlemen, for the third time in history,

It was a simple, intimate reception. Everything and everyone they needed was there. The bride's co-workers helped prep the reception meal. One was pretty calm, the other not so much. Dawn knew there was plenty of time to heat the entrees up and set them out. Anthony thought they had to be done well before that. He was a nervous wreck. "I've got to get this done! I can't mess this up! Whitney will kill me!" LOL. We got him called down and he was a champ the rest of the day! When the bride and groom entered the reception hall, the guest raised the roof and cheered loudly!! Wow! That dress was made for her. Absolutely stunning! The groom was looking pretty dapper in that tux too. Tall, slender and pretty soft spoken. There wasn't much of an opportunity to get to know the couple's history. They met at work and fell in love. What more is there to it? The Maid of Honor, aka little sister, presented a touching speech. She may have let it slip that the bride nicknamed the groom "My Joey" before the relationship started. Adorable. I'm sure that will stick with him at work... The Mother of the Bride teared up at every little special moment. Couples First Dance, Father/Daughter Dance, etc. She did have the joy of holding her grandbaby, the newlywed's child, all evening long. They celebrated, visited, and danced until the last guest left! Congratulations to Mr & Mrs Edmonson!!! Shoutouts: Wedding Venue: Work of God Church, Mitchell, Indiana https://www.workofgodchurch.org/index.html Reception Venue: United Steel Works Union Hall, Mitchell, Indiana https://uswlocals.org/local-7-00030-mitchell Catering by The Junction https://www.facebook.com/TheWRJunction?mibextid=ZbWKwL Cake by Marisela Tate Cari Dawn Photography https://www.facebook.com/caridawnphoto?mibextid=ZbWKwL

The rehearsal is at 7:30pm at the barn venue. Naturally, the wedding must be being held indoors, because this time of year, it is pitch black outside and neither of the two outdoor ceremony spots has lighting for such an occasion. Which is such a shame to not have an outdoor service in this picturesque setting. The interior of the barn is quite beautiful as well, but should be reserved for the Plan B (inclimate weather). Having said that, it is the middle of November. The weather is projected to be sunny with a tiny breeze, but the high is only going to be in the mid-50s for the 4:30pm ceremony. The temps will start dropping and be near 40 by 8:00pm. Maybe the bride doesn't want to be outside. Maybe she doesn't want to be cold. Maybe those assumptions were incorrect. Those assumptions were absolutely incorrect. 7:30 just happened to be the only convenient time to hold a rehearsal. So, we're going to rehearse inside, where there's lighting, for tomorrow's outdoor ceremony. This confused no one, especially Derek (groomsmen). "Which door are we going out?".... Good thing he's Sexy and He Knows It. The rehearsal actually went very well. There's nothing terribly elaborate about the ceremony. The bride and groom, not being the "in front and center" type, wanted a short & sweet service. Bridal party walk down, dad escort the bride, do you?, do you?, exchange rings, you may kiss the bride, done... It will take longer for the families and bridal party to get into position than the duration of the entire ceremony. The bride and groom were happy with it. Wedding day! I'm not certain whom was more anxious. The officiant? The dad? The bride? The groom? Actually, the bride seemed to be the most calm. She was undoubtedly ready to get it over with, but she was at ease. The groom wasn't as lively as he was the evening before. You could tell there was something on his mind. He had a serious look about him. The officiant is a story in itself. Turns ou

Outdoor weddings are a risk. The engaged couple book a venue months, or more likely, a year plus in advance of the special day. All the while, hoping everything will be perfect. This particular venue they chose, is nestled in a lightly wooded area with two open locations for outdoor ceremonies, complete with wooden benches and a platform for the bridal party. The paths to each are unique unto themselves. It is a natural, mature picturesque setting. It truly would be disappointing to have to resort to Plan B, which is to hold the ceremony inside the barn. But, you have to have a backup plan for inclement weather. Thankfully, the interior of the barn is absolutely beautiful as well. Weeks out, the weather was not looking promising. The weather app was calling for unseasonably low temperatures and rain. Of course, being that far out we knew it was going to change, after all this is Indiana. Rehearsal day arrived. It is a tiny bit chilly, a little breezy, but sunny and dry! Jason, the officiant and cousin, who drove in from Nashville Tennessee, was wearing shorts and wished he made a better choice. The rehearsal could not have gone any smoother. The bride had a vision. We had a plan. They all listened and took their role seriously. Wedding day. O. M. Goodness! The weather was absolutely perfect! Sunny with a mix of thin clouds, mid-to-upper sixties, an a slight breeze. Just perfect for an outdoor ceremony! I overhead her mother talking about the weather, "It's because of Jaylei. She knew." Everything was in place and oh my, did it simply look fantastic. It's go time. Everyone was ready. The officiant was wearing pants. The besties had the rings. The guests were seated. Here we go. Two words. Flaw & less. Now put them together. Flawless! They nailed it! Even the very young flower girls being pulled in the wagon by Embry, with Addi and Gunner, the ringbearer, following behind. That moment the barn door was pulled open was bre

"Welcome ladies and gentlemen! My name is Clair and I will be your guide thru this evening's celebration! Let's kick this off with the wedding party introductions!!!" That's how the reception started. High energy and enthusiasm as the guests clapped to the beat. The bridal party attendants were introduced as pairs, they hit the dance floor, and performed their little skit. Mostly elaborate handshakes, some hip bumping, and a couple sports plays. One pair even exchanged their ceremony outfits. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, a dude was wearing a bridesmaids dress..... and he didn't look too bad in it! That's how they party in Greene County! As each couple finished their move, they stepped out of the way for the next pair. Once the Bride & Groom made it to the floor, the bridal party overwhelmed them with love. They charged them, jumping up and down in celebration as if the football team just seized the state title!!! This was going to be a total blast. And it was too! They enjoyed a fabulous italian meal. Her parents knew the caterer on a personal level. They knew Nora would take care of them. Nora and her crew knocked it out of the park. The food was beyond delicious, and they served 280 guests in record time. (I don't know that it was "record time", but it was pretty quick!) The cake cutting was an adorable moment. Neither one made a mess of the other. Kinda bummed about that 'cause I think she would have gotten the upper hand and that would have been a treat to see. The toasts were absolutely a moment to cherish. Big sister (the Maid of Honor) spoke about each of them: • "I've known Malea her entire life." • "To be honest, I wasn't too impressed with J.W. the first time I met him." LOL • "The relationship you to have is very rare. Strange at times, let's be real. But, it very rare and it shouldn't be taken for granted." She brought it all together (with a few tears of joy) and let them know how happy she was for them. The best

'Til Death. Yes, that was their wedding day theme. It wasn't about death though. It was all about "until death do us part". Which is a beautiful sentiment and perspective. They have a long term goal mindset. After meeting them, I do believe they will make it! WOW! Her wedding gown was eloquently gorgeous! Luxurious black sheer with 3D laced glitter print fabric for a dramatic shimmery effect. (Yes, I looked that up.) It fit her well! He wore a gloss black tux, with matching black vest and black bow tie. Dude looked sharp! They wanted a simple ceremony. Just the two of them and the officiant. No bridal party. No seating of the grandparents or parents. No flower girl or ring bearer. It wasn't a lengthy message by Susie, the family officiant. This was her third ceremony to perform and has all been to family members. There wasn't any fuss with a Unity Ceremony or special music either. The entire ceremony didn't last more than five minutes. Which was perfect for the bride & groom. When I originally looked at the time line, I thought to myself "Gosh, there's a lot of time between ceremony and reception. Family photos will not take that long". Well, as it turned out, the ceremony was twenty-five minutes behind the planned schedule! It was "go time" and we got word that grandma was still eleven miles out. Yes, absolutely, no question about it, we're going to wait. That literally filled that gap in the timeline I was concerned about. Grandma did us a favor!! It stressed the bride, mom and dad a little bit, but after assuring them that overall we were not behind schedule, they seemed to relax a little. After gathering the guests for a second time, the groom and officiant made their way to the front of the tee box. Yes, they're getting married at a golf course! The guest seating faced hole ten with a waterfall in the foreground. I noticed the groom was not in the traditional right side. I discretely inquired if he was supposed to be on t

They wanted to get married in a location special to both of them. I don't know if they met at church camp, but they certainly grew close at Indian Creek. The weather was not looking to be ideal for an outdoor ceremony. In fact, setting up for it was not. It wasn't raining per se, just a no-stop, on-and-off, heavy driving mist. The wind just would not stop though. The photographer did his best to run the families and bridal party in and out of the lodge between precipitation events for the pre-ceremony shots. The sound system was set up under a pop-up tent with a tarp on the windward side. It wasn't decided until moments before the ceremony whether to place the electronic keyboard just inside the lodge or on the deck. Obviously, not ideal inside. But, we'll do what we have to do. The sprinkles seemed to dissipate ten or so minutes before the service. It's a God thing for sure. The guests took their seats. The grandparents, parents and bridesmaids gathered at the rear of the aisle. Queue the live music! Tyler Wilson, an accomplished pianist, played effortlessly and beautifully. I have always been impressed with musicians. Especially, those that performed without sheet music and can hold a conversation at the same time. That is just amazing to me. The grandparents were escorted down the aisle and seated. In like manner, the mothers were escorted and seated. The Groom had the honor of leading his mother down the aisle. They hugged and he took his spot at the foot of the deck ready to receive his bride. The groomspeople, being led by Nathaniel, the first officiant, entered from the east side of the lodge. The bride, being escorted by her father Kyle, made their way to the altar. They were led by two precious little girls dropping flowers along the path. Daddy Kyle was also an officiant for this daughter's wedding. What an overwhelming flurry of emotions that man must have been feeling. There were tears as they approached. Still no rain in

Was there a rehearsal? Nope. The plan was "grab someone and go down the aisle"! Was the ceremony flawless? Not exactly. But, the officiant, also known as Papaw Bob, roled with it with class and a little bit of humor. Was the ceremony perfect? Absolutely!!! Anytime two come together as one in the eyes of the Lord, it's absolutely perfect. This is a Sunday wedding. Which tend to be shorter events, but no less busy. All the elements of a typical two day effort, packed into one! The doors for setting up, decorating & floral arrangements, open late morning. The ceremony is mid-afternoon with the reception following closely. The dancing celebration are also prone to be shorter due to the work week starting the next day. The venue was certainly a flurry of activity as soon as it was accessible. Tables were being set, with porcelain plates and metal utensils! Along with glassware, cloth napkins, signs photos, candles, floral centerpieces, garland and colorful sheer. Incredible work of art if you ask me. The ceremony pavilion, while not as involved as the reception hall, still took a hot minute to embellish and accessorize. Time was short, so is Sarah, but she masterfully knocked it out with ease! Gorgeous!!! As the pre-ceremony part of the day progressed, the families and wedding party arrived along with the photographers and videographer. This is very much like herding cats. A count of sixteen in the wedding party plus the parents and grandparents! Photos were being taken in the pavilion, as well as, all over the venue grounds. A constant exclamation heard throughout the process "Where is so-and-so?" Or "We need all the bridesmaids over here for this!" These professionals knew how to direct and were ahead of schedule. Time to tie the knot! The venue staff proceeded to line the bridal party up in pairs and gave the thumbs up to queue the processional music. WOW! These attendants look like they fell out of a GQ catalog!!! And the bride, oh

They did not want a long ceremony. According to Dennis, the officiant, they wanted it "as short as possible and add a little humor". Bless his heart, he tried. The jokes were probably the most corny ones in history. "Two spiders got married. They did it on the web." "Two cellphones got married. They had a great reception!" Surprisingly, most of the guests did laugh at those. A few groans were heard as well. No wedding would be complete without branding a piece of wood, right? They placed their ranch logo branding iron on a cutting board with their name and wedding date. Something to adorn a wall in their home for sure. That was a delightful and unique Unity Ceremony. This was such a beautiful day. Low 60's, mostly sunny with a few cottonball clouds darted here and there, a tad on the breezy side. The venue was in tip-top shape. A gorgeous dual level, wood-stained barn overall, with all the necessities to hold a large event. The ceremony was held outdoors, behind the barn. The pergola is a nice addition to the backdrop. The decorations were superb, but not over the top. The tables were complete with tanned cowhide coasters! Those were cute. The altar was adorned with a larger cowhide rug as well. The reception started off with a bang and just grew more enjoyable as the evening progressed. Eating, greeting, hugging, laughing, dancing. They did it all. Those groomsmen were a hoot and a half. On the surface they were pretty reserved, but when they're told to come up with something fun for the introductions, they didn't hold back. The bridesmaids were stunning. All beaming with beauty and incredibly supportive of their bestie. Speaking of the bride, WOW!!! She absolutely breathtaking!!! Twinkling eyes and a smile that just lights up a room. A heart of gold and speaks to you as if you were the bestest of friends. She wore an elegant wedding dress with a long train and a long veal. Both of which were a chore to tame in this wind. This

Welcome to Ivy's Barn at Lambrecht Farms!!! It's not complete, but complete enough for the second youngest daughter of the Lambrecht Ladies to celebrate her marriage! Wow, has this been a whirlwind adventure! When these girls put their minds to something, they fearlessly roll up their sleeves, figure it out, and get after it. "We just do it. It's what we do." is their motto. Their dad is their biggest encourager and just as fearless. Their mom is a little more reserved but right there supporting the girls every step along the journey. The barn construction didn't start but mere weeks ago. The roof was finished just days ago. The grading and restroom door was completed just yesterday. And these girls had their hands in every bit of it. It's fascinating to see them up on the boom lift installing windows! Fearless. This venue has a very bright future! The setting for the ceremony took place under a mature Maple tree on the Lambrecht Farm property. A very pleasant day with temps in the low 80s accompanied by a refreshing breeze. Quite serene & peaceful. The guests were transported via tram cars, much like what you would see at a theme park. Their seating was an eclectic mix match of old wooden dining room chairs. Tall backs. Short backs. Even rickety folding chairs that are probably best suited for the littles. The bridal party entered just as we rehearsed. Everyone smiling and pausing for a quick photo before advancing down the aisle. Here comes the bride! She just beamed with beauty in that amazing dress. Dad, with a twinkle in his eye, could not be happier escorting her. During the officiant's delivery, he said to the bride & groom, "We didn't practice this the other night. Molly & Garret didn't know I spoke with Missy & Jeff (the bride's parents). They said they prayed that God would bring a man that is kind, a man that is caring, a man that is gentle to Molly. With God's devine sense of humor, he brought her Garret!" That brought

"This was a very good day!" Like most mothers, they want what is best for their child. Having a mother that is notably a Type A personality, one that stresses and admits to over-thinking, over-analyzing, and cannot rest until it is the best it can be, will make for an epic event!!! This mom nailed it! The one thing that cannot be emphasized enough is do the research and listen to the advice of the venue operators and other vendors. They will provide you with their experiences with the proverbial "good, bad and the ugly" vendors. In passing, I overhead mom responding to a guest that "she had the best vendors". I've worked along side a great many over the years and I can earnestly agree, she selected top shelf quality and they worked well with each other. I don't know how mom did it, but she scheduled the perfect day for a barn ceremony too! The weather was simply beautiful. Mostly sunny, low 70's, low humidity, & a slight cool breeze. After several hours of primping, prepping, make up & hair, and pre-ceremony photos, the guests started arriving about an hour before doors open. Miraculously, and I don't say that lightly, all guests arrived before the service. No late comers. That is rare. Its time to get hitched! The barn doors opened at 4:30 and the guests filtered in without hesitation. I think they couldn't wait for the "I do's"! The bride and groom wanted the ceremony to be light and fun and the officiant delivered! There was some wording about "until death or zombies do you part" and vows that included "you are stuck with me" and "by the powers given by the internet overlords". Of course, it wasn't all humorous. There were serious moments and emotional moments. At one point the Maid of Honor handed the Bride a tissue that she dabbed on herself to collect the joy running down her face and then wiping the groom's face in the middle of "repeat after me". It was adorable. And then they were one! "Ladies and gentlemen, this concludes the ce

He made them pinky swear. The officiant for this sweet little ceremony technically was the groom's mom's longtime boyfriend. However, Bill was family more than anything else. Obviously, both the bride & groom knew him and that gave them some comfort on this stressful. Bill was a little anxious as this was his first, and probably only marriage ceremony he was to perform. Understandably, he didn't want to mess it up for them. When Bill spoke, you could tell he had a kind soul with a very calming voice. He simply had a conversation with them. He even made them, and the guests, giggle a little too. I think the "pinky swear" is a normal routine of the bride and groom, and Bill made sure to include it in the ceremony. That was cute. You could not have asked for a more pleasant day to hold an outdoor ceremony. Low seventies. Low humidity. Mostly sunny. The venue, being nestled in a wooded area, provided the perfect amount of shade in the right spot. A photographer's dream. Just a beautiful day. The bridal party did a fantastic job of decorating and meal prep. They were pretty good at learning their roles for the ceremony too. Everyone wanted the best for the bride and groom and they worked at it. They listened. They rehearsed. And they nailed it! Having taken most of the photos before the ceremony, they didn't waste any time getting to the celebration. Just a couple of group shots and here we go! The wedding party introductions included the bridal party. The ladies entered the reception hall as a group and struck a pose. The boys brought a little more rowdyness and fired off a few festive pop-stringers. The groom dipped his bride and gave her a kiss as the guests cheered them on! This day was very special and touching, but not without a few tears of joy being shed. Lindzy, the Sister-in-law and Matron-of-Honor, as well as the Best Man Mitchell, the groom's brother, both gave heartfelt emotional speaches. They dearly loved the bride & groo

There's only so much time between "Will you marry me?" and "I now pronounce you man and wife". Obviously, the couple selects the date to the start of their forever together. But, once it's set, the planning and execution begins. The bride has dreamt of this day since she was a small child playing dress up with her little sister. There wasn't a face or a name for the groom yet, but that was the dream. Her mother and grandmother, both have planned this day since she was born. "We're going to do this and we're going to do that and it's going to be wonderful!" Mom's only want what's best for their daughter, right? This one was fully engaged in all the decision making. In fact, the bride didn't know much until a few weeks before the big day. She knew where, but she didn't know the big picture. Grandmother Nancy, they call her Nan, which "Nan" is also an endearing term in England for grandmother, was the mastermind behind the decorations. She hand made the doily globes. All of them. Started with a large balloon. Wrapped them in many doilies that were soaked in a glue. Let dry, removed the balloon, and then hung by a fabric. Wow. The curtain backdrops were hand-sewn table clothes with loops to hang from. The wood arch for the altar was made by grandfather Tevin which supported doilies in looms. This was an enormous task and Nan had a team help with all of these things. This was her love language and her gift to her granddaughter. During the dinner, I made it a point to announce to the guests whom the mastermind was. They gave a delightful round of applause. When I asked for those that helped her to stand, Papaw Tevin wasted no time jumping up. The guests laughed and cheered for them all! The bride's father had a huge role in his little girl's big day. Not only did he get to walk her down the aisle, he officiated the ceremony. He's never given a daughter away before. He's never officiated before. What was he thinking?! Papaw Tevin po