09.03.09

I admit that I am "one of those" girls who has been planning my wedding my whole life.  My sisters and I have pored over wedding magazines together as long as I can remember.  And yes, I did have my "dream wedding" in mind when Marc and  I began progressing towards engagement.  Yet, as soon as it was official, those dreams didn't matter so much anymore...I simply wanted it to be a day where we could celebrate the blessing of beginning a family while remembering our family members that had come before us and made us who we are.  And thanks to many people, it all came together just how I hoped.

The guest book was probably the most controversial thing about the wedding but it was one of my favorites!  I used one of my favorite books, it showcases a 1959 Museum of Modern Art Exhibit called the Family of Man.  These photographs are from all over the world and they portray the life cycle of humanity.  But apparently some were confused as to where to sign (there was plenty of white space) and others were offended by photos of African tribes with topless women.  However, my brother-in-law Matt loved it ;)   

Old photographs of our ancestors' wedding photos.

And the best part  of it all was knowing without a doubt that I married the man I want to always be with and will always be with.  

The stunning photography is the work of Kate Benson, my dress was made by the amazing Melissa Blackburn, and the flowers were by Flower Affair - Jana Lynn Kofford and her sister Wendy.  Thank you, thank you, thank you all!  You were all so perfect to work with and went above and beyond!