Yesterday was indescribable. Far better than anything I had ever dreamed of. My day began at 3:30 am. My eyes popped open. My stomach hurt from a mixture of alcohol and nerves. It was apparent that nobody in my room (my mom and dad and my Aunt Michell) were going to be awake anytime soon. I immediately went into the bathroom where I sat for approximately 30 minutes. . .trying to make myself throw up by staring at the toilet. No luck. I went and laid back down, petted Trixie. I decided at 4:45 to take a bath. After my bath I sat outside and just cried. I wasn't sure why but I knew I needed it. I then went and ate some toast and waited for everyone to wake up.
Ashley, my mom, and I left for Eagle Ridge at 7:15. First stop was my grandma's where the race was on to load up ALL of the wedding stuff. Before we left I decided to give Ashley her gift. The sob fest began and was recorded by my wonderful Uncle Mike.
We arrived at Eagle Ridge around 8:00 am. My awesome cousin Julie was ALL READY there with the curling irons hot! We unloaded the car and I walked around crying, looking at everything. Julie started my hair and everyone else ran around getting the place ready.
The morning went by fast. Before I knew it my make-up was finished, my hair was done with tiara in place.
It took 3 grown women to put my gown on me. My sister-in-law Arrow and cousin Brandie helped me put on my bra and crinoline. Ashley, Arrow and Brandie helped carefully put my dress on over my head without touching my hair or face. After it was on, I took one look and was bawling again.
Each time a new person came in the room, I cried. Poor Ashley would cry every time I did. Thank God for waterproof mascara!
It was finally time to walk down the aisle. I was sick with worry but my dad was calmer than you could ever imagine. As I walked down the aisle Allen and I just locked eyes and tried to comfort each other. He mouthed to me that I was so beautiful. It was such a surreal moment. I forgot that there were so many people surrounding us. The ceremony went lightning fast and it was beautiful.
Our reception was perfect. I was able to talk to every single person there. Allen and I were able to enjoy each part of our day. The cake was perfect and beautiful. The candy buffet was a hit. The flowers were gorgeous! Everything was beyond perfect!
I got so many compliments about how awesome our wedding was. So many people said it was one of the best, most beautiful weddings they have ever been to. Wow! The judge who married us, Judge Joseph Biafore, also married my parents over 25 years ago. He absolutely loved our vows and said they were the best he has ever done. He is going to keep them and pass them on :-) People loved how personal we made the wedding from the programs to the personalized candy buffet.
It was absolutely the best day of my life. I know I am missing so many little details. I woke up this morning trying to remember every little piece of yesterday.
I will try and add and update this! For a sneak peek of candid wedding shots go to: http://tinyurl.com/5ldwx7
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