Officially Hitched: Reception Details

Our wedding day view

Okay, I confess, I'm into details. I'm a perfectionist, I'm detail-oriented and I pay attention to all those little things that most people overlook. I'm that guy girl. So that's right, you're getting not one but TWO details posts (does that remind you of an informercial? me too -- if you send me $19.95, I'll throw in a BONUS day-after shoot recap...ooo aah).

Prepare for reception detailed goodness:

Table centerpieces that are so perfect, I almost cried - literally better for our setting than my inspiration

Garden-chic chandelier - a dream piece, I must say

Delicious passed hors d'oeuvres...that we never tasted.

Yummy sparkling raspberry lemonade...and let me tell you, it was just as good as it looks.

The yummy spread...now THIS we tasted, or more like devoured. Yep, I'm a bride who ate at her wedding...and loved every second.

Hello mini pies, I love you.

Mini pie goodness - table using an old door on top of wine barrels, swoon.

Next up, toasts, pie-cutting and the reception really gets going! Tell me I'm not alone, are you a details person too?

Officially Hitched: Formals

So after we danced our way back down the aisle, we gathered our families and the wedding party for some quick formals. Typically I'm not a big fan of posed shots but looking back, I'm really glad we have them. Usually formals aren't too exciting but there were some moments that I just had to highlight.

My side of our family...all very dignified and behaved.




Followed by Frogger's side of the family - adorable little thunder-stealer. :)


Three generations


Mother/daughter moment...


...resulting in tears, per usual.






Tender moments with my husband

Next up...we head to the reception! What are you planning for your formal shots?

Officially Hitched: I do, I do

As I floated up toward my future husband, everything around me disappeared. It really is like people say - all that exists is the two of you.





We were lucky enough to have one of our best friends serve as our officiant so he was able to take the outline we wanted for the ceremony and inject his personal stories about us. We had no idea!




And of course, there were tender moments...




And the moment we exchanged rings...








You may now kiss the bride!

May I present for the first time, Mr. and Mrs. Frog!




And to the surprise of everyone...including our wedding party - that was the moment the instrumental version of "SexyBack" came on and we proceeded to dance our way down the aisle together. Much to our own surprise...our wedding party (including our officiant) followed suit! Yet another reason why we love them!
















Next up...we ROCK the reception.

Do you have any surprises planned for your wedding party?

Officially Hitched: Down the Aisle

After our intimate moment together, it was time to head back up to the Manor and prepare for our walk down the aisle.

Our guests got seated and patiently waited for us to make our appearance.




Meanwhile, I shared a moment with my Grammie - this photo was captured by the Best Man on his phone and I honestly couldn't be more grateful. I vividly remember this moment and had no idea until after the wedding that he managed to freeze it in time. By far one of my favorite images of the day.


So as I flustered inside, my handsome husband-to-be walked his Mom down the aisle.




Followed by our wedding party...although sadly not all were captured as they lead the way.




And then it was time for me.



And just as I began to feel the moment of "wow...I'm walking down the aisle" - I was reminded of the reality of Murphy's Law.




Yep...that's right, dear hive...my veil caught on the walkway and the bushes and was clear pulled off. I guess I'm sorta grateful for the fact that there aren't any photos documenting that lovely bridal moment of my head being pulled backwards while my veil (still attached to my head) was desperately trying to escape behind me. My Mom worked to put it back in place but after a while, I was just ready to leave it behind...actually I believe the -very bridal- conversation went as such:

Me "Oh my GOD - did that just happen??"
Mom "We'll fix it, we'll fix it!!" (veil now sorta fastened-ish)
Me "It's gonna come out again...it feels loose"
Mom "Okay, let me try again..."
Me "It's fine, let's just go"
Mom "No I think I have it now" (still loose)
Me "I don't CARE - I just want to get married!"
Mom "Okay, I GOT IT!"

And the resulting image:

Luckily the last try worked and the veil stayed on...nothing like a little reality check! Only me...

Now we resume our scheduled walking:

I'm getting married!

Next up...we finally get to say "I do!"

Have you had any "Murphy's Law" moments along your wedding journey?