04/12/2023
Ashley + Nick 11.4.23
When you get your vows from a Haunted House…
The atmosphere was set, in the historic Astor Ruins building, in the heart of downtown Astoria. Dear friends gathered to add the decorative touches to tables as the couple was getting prepared in the apartment upstairs, overlooking the Columbia River. The light shone into the panes of the archways, as the forecast changed from torrential storms to the sun showing itself to bring life to Ashley & Nick, as they took photos in the upper quarters of the balcony. What of these vows, that were lost then found?
As the two flower girls paraded down the isle between the set tables with appropriate demeanor of decor, the couple was clearly relieved that the slips of paper pulled out of a wedding chapel halloween house were found, and now they found themselves surrounded by witnesses to a wedding long awaited. A friend as officiant, and exchanges of laughter and love sealed the union, underneath the hotel sign that welcomed many guests for many years.
Here’s to you both, for many welcoming memories and scripts that last, with your story being one for tales and laughter with loved ones for years to come. Even Crystal the photographer was hoping she would be chosen, to shoot the memories in this famous yet eerily crumbling venue, which will be a long awaited chapter in her photo gallery. Thank you for allowing us to bring you the wedding supper, and the feast of merriment to fill your hearts as years go by and reflections of this day draw near.
Menu:
Grazing / Rustic Sourdough / Whipped Black Garlic Butter
Salad / Roasted Josie Farms Vegetables / Stuffed Acorn Squash
Herb Brined Chicken / Chinook Salmon with Beurre Blanc
Lemon Curd Tartlets / Creme Brulee
Props!
Produce: https://www.facebook.com/JosiFarms/
Black Garlic: https://thecolumbiabar.com/
Photography: https://crystalgenes.net/wedding-ruins-astor-astoria/