Wedding Pictures

I blogged about my wedding day in August here.,  but I recently got all of the picture files, so I thought I'd share some of my favorite pics from that magical day :).  There are a bunch, so fill up your cup of coffee and take a look through my wedding day with me!!

Our rings :)

Kaylee trying on my shoes :)  We saw this idea on Pinterest and after lots of tries we got some pretty cute ones!  I loved my shoes!  They were from David's bridal and matched the color of my bridesmaids' dresses.  I honestly can't remember if they were comfortable or not hahah.

My Matron of Honor helping me get ready!  Kelly did the best job making sure I had the most perfect day ever:)

We didn't have any fun getting ready... ;).  

I wrote Gerald a letter and gave him a new watch for that day.  Here he is reading the letter at his parent's house :)

I love this picture of my bridesmaids and one of our flower girls :)  I was getting so nervous/excited. I remember all day wanting the day to slow down, and this was such a fun and special moment waiting to walk down the aisle with my best girls!

We really tried.... How cute were these two flower girls though.  They could've done anything down the aisle but been nothing short of adorable:)

My dad and I had been talking about this moment since I can remember.  We both held it together, but I felt so blessed to have this moment with him.  Something I will cherish forever and ever.

"You may now kiss the bride!!!"

We did it!  We honestly had the best weather, so it was fun to walk out of the church into sunshine and bubbles.

#ButFirst Let me take a selfie 

My family :) (My mom planned the best day for me.  She could be a wedding planner!!)

and my NEW family!!  

The staged pictures weren't my favorite, but I loved these fun ones :).  We took a party bus to pictures, and it was a blast.  I just remember during pictures wanting to so badly get back on the bus to sing and dance before the reception.  

So, we had three amazing speakers.  My brother, cousin Kelly, and my dad who started off with a toast.  They were all so heartfelt and amazing.  I'm laughing here at one of their awesome speeches:)

My dad and I did a slow dance to "I Loved her First" and then broke out into a dance for "Oh Sweet Pea," a song he sung to me so much when I was younger :)

And these, these are my awesome parents doing their wedding signature dance to "Hawaii 5-0"  They aren't any fun at all as you can see ;)

Here is my brother and I dancing away, and I wish I could remember to what song!  This picture cracks me up because of how intensely I was singing whatever lyrics.  #WeGotItFromOurParents

Although this is a little biased, we had the greatest DJ ever!!!  The dance floor was constantly full, and he got everyone involved.  This sums up what a great party our wedding was :)  (DJ: Jamie Simpson from Houserockers DJ)

Wedding Photography: James Carl Photography

Check back tomorrow for an early birthday post for my ALMOST two year old :)

"Today was a Fairytale.."

We had the most amazing wedding weekend!  It's so true what everybody says, "You're going to blink and it'll be over!" My mom and I tried to savor all of the planning and enjoy it, and I'm so glad we did.  The wedding week was so full of stress and excitement!!  It started off by me getting my nails done with Lindsey.  We brought wine and talked about all the excitement to come; it was so fun!

That night, the Kosts came into town.  We hung on the deck, had wine, and talked all about the wedding.  Friday morning, the boys went golfing, so we took the girls to the park.  Once they got back, Abby, Kelly, and I went to a girls', kid-free lunch.

We walked through some shops, then we went home to get ourselves and the babies ready for the rehearsal!

It was quite the whirlwind!  After the rehearsal, we were off to Pasqualino's.  

We had so much fun!  The food was amazing.  

I got my parents embroidered handkerchiefs for each of them.  

I was so excited to give the bridesmaids their gifts.  I couldn't decide what to do, and I finally decided on getting them "before, during, and after" gifts for the day of the wedding!  Here they are with their "after" bottles of wine!

The day was finally here: WEDDING DAY!  Kelly and I scrambled to get the girls bathed and get out the door for our hair appointments!  It was the perfect morning; we had mimosas, breakfast, and just relaxed!

We went to starbucks where apparently brides get FREE COFFEE!! Then we were headed home to continue getting ready!

Once the photographer left, we had a toast then were off to the church!!  At each stop throughout the day, Gerald had Kelly give me a card and gift; it was incredibly sweet and the perfect idea!   First gift, a "g" Alex and Ani since I'll always be a Griffin at heart.  Next, a "T" alex and ani, and lastly, a Guardian of Love one that was over a bottle of champagne.  The notes were all so heartfelt, and it made me even more excited to finally marry my best friend.   We had a beautiful ceremony; walking back down the aisle as an officially married couple was surreal!  We were ready to party.  We had an absolute blast on the party bus.  Ryan djed and we danced and had some cocktails before getting pics.

We got to the hotel and headed to the "refreshers room" which was equipped with drinks and snacks!

Once we were announced, everything else was such a blur--in a good way!  Everything was incredibly perfect from the speeches to the food, the cocktails to the dancing, we couldn't have asked for a more fun or perfect reception.   Here I am with my amazing MOH :) 

We were so not ready for the party to be over, so we headed out into station square to continue the dance party!  I was truly humbled by all of the friends and family that were a part of our celebration.  When people ask what my favorite part was, I can't help but say, "everything."  It was truly perfect.  We are planning our honeymoon for sometime between fall and spring.   

The next morning we packed up the gifts, had breakfast with friends and family (I loved recapping), and were headed home.  Lindsey's sister so kindly watched Kaylee over night, and were were so excited to see her:)  I love that she had NO idea what was going on HAHA.  She really loved my dress :) ;)

We had Gerald's mom hang with Kaylee a lot of the day, and we had so much fun opening gifts and cards from the most thoughtful friends and family, ever.

Thanks to everyone who was a part of our wedding day; you'll hold a special place in my heart, forever.  Gerald and I are so excited to start our married life together :)

Showered with Love

I had such a wonderful weekend with wonderful people!!  Spending time with my family makes me remember how blessed I am!

Friday night, my cousins Kelly, Abby, and Aunt Ellie came in.  (Kaylee's adorable cousins, too!).  We had dinner at my moms then I snuck out to meet the girls at my grams after Kaylee went to sleep; I love me some girl time!

Saturday was Shower Day--Kaylee and I worked hard to get a good pic together before everyone came.

Everything was BEAUTIFUL!!! My mom has worked so hard on everything and my wonderful bridesmaids and family also helped so much which made me so thankful!  It was a perfect day!

Purple, purple, everywhere:)

This was me in my "My Size Barbie" outfit :) #YesIHadBangs #YesItWasAwkward

My sisters:)

Two of my longest friends!!! I have been friends with Gab (right) since 1st grade and Lindsey (left) since third grade!!

This was about half of the presents----It felt like Christmas on steroids.  I got so many wonderful and special gifts.

Someone surprised me with beautiful purple flowers and a card that said, "I CAN'T WAIT." It was so sweet!

Saturday night we had pizza and wine.  We watched Gracie and Kaylee play and play and play.  It was so cute.  Gracie just loves hugging Kaylee and holding her hand; it is quite heart-melting!!!

I was also happy to sneak in some London snuggles:)  Was Kaylee Every that little!?

Sunday, Gerald and I went through everything and found a home for all of our new goodies!  It was like Christmas morning..we were LOVING it!  

Thank you for everyone who was a part of my special day. I couldn't have imagined a more perfect shower.