tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80674595502283183082024-03-05T05:25:10.544-08:00Southern BellsWeekly Wedding Inspiration BlogUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger102125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067459550228318308.post-31607050165366660092013-08-06T16:23:00.005-07:002013-08-06T16:25:34.621-07:00Shout Out! This <span style="font-size: large;">shout out</span> post has been long overdue! I am proud to know a few women who are turning their talents and passions into careers. And it's high-time that we show them some<span style="font-size: large;"> l.o.v.e. </span><br />
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Nicole is the Studio Manager for <span style="color: #999999;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SweetLovelyLifestyle" target="_blank">Sweet Lovely</a></span>, a photography company based in Louisiana and spearheaded by <span style="color: #999999;"><a href="http://www.markeric.com/" target="_blank">Mark Eric</a></span>. Offering engagement, wedding, and boudoir photography...they offer stunning photographs you're sure to go gaga over. Jeff and I were lucky enough to pose as 'models' for an engagement workshop!<br />
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I'm so proud of my soro-sissys<span style="font-size: large;"> (shout out Phi Mu!) </span>and can't wait to see all they accomplish! <span style="font-size: large;">So to all my SB followers, support my girls...they don't disappoint! </span></div>
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It was my utmost and extreme <span style="font-size: large;">pleasure </span>to coordinate the <span style="font-size: large;">stunning </span>wedding of Allye and Cameron Gray this weekend in Franklin, Tennessee. Hosted at their family <span style="font-size: large;">barn </span>and adorned with personal mementos, you truly felt like you were with <span style="font-size: large;">family</span>.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Allye's beauty</span> was undeniable, and Cameron's response to seeing her warmed guests hearts like a cup of piping hot chocolate. The ceremony, yards from the barn, was in the forefront of a <span style="font-size: large;">peaceful river</span> and lanterns hanging from branches.<br />
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To Allye, Cameron, and families,<span style="font-size: large;"> thank you </span>for allowing me to be a part of this wonderful celebration of love and faith.<span style="font-size: large;"> I will forever cherish this day. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">...and they danced the night away </span></div>
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067459550228318308.post-16847788305750186772013-04-03T17:49:00.001-07:002013-04-03T20:46:02.844-07:00You Be My Louisiana, I'll Be Your Mississippi <span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">I'm so excited </span>to share the beautiful engagement story of my sweet friends, Kristen and Andrew. It's not often that, as a couple, you are blessed with another couple whose time you enjoy so immensely. So, when Jeff and I get to hang with these two crazy cats, it's never a dull moment.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Kristen, I am so happy you have found a</span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"> soul mate</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> in Andrew. It is so comforting to see a couple that works perfectly together. I can't wait to share this </span>marriage<span style="font-family: inherit;"> journey with you.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Andrew and I met the old fashioned way…at the fraternity house.<span style="font-size: large;">
Ha!</span> Andrew had recently transferred from Clemson University to Southern Miss
and started running in the same circles as my friends. One night while hanging out with friends,
Andrew and I were talking about the upcoming Homecoming game and he asked me to
go as his date. Of course I said<span style="font-size: large;"> yes! </span>I
don’t remember any of the game because we were so busy talking and laughing. A few weeks later my best friends convinced me
to invite<span style="font-size: large;"> “the cute new guy from Clemson”</span> to our sorority formal. We danced all night and had such an amazing
time. He was so easy and fun to be
around which is one of the things I love most about him. We quickly became a couple and as they say,
the rest is history. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">What makes this guy special? </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #262626; font-family: inherit;">When I first met Andrew, my first thought was, “he’s cute AND
funny!” I’ve always been attracted to guys with a good sense of humor, but
little did I know how much more there was to Andrew. Andrew is the </span><span style="color: #262626; font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">greatest</span><span style="color: #262626; font-family: inherit;"> man </span><span style="color: #262626;">I've</span><span style="color: #262626; font-family: inherit;"> ever met,
<i>other than my amazing daddy.</i> He is a true Southern gentleman and a man of
character. I immediately felt comfortable around him…I knew I could tell him
anything and be my true self around him.
I trust Andrew completely and respect him so much. Most importantly, he is a man of God and I
know that he will help me become the Christian woman I was meant to be. He treats me with the love and respect that
every woman deserves, and <span style="font-size: large;">I’m so very grateful!</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">Now that we're all gushing over the 'cute guy from Clemson,' tell us about the proposal! </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The day Andrew proposed will go down in history as one of the<span style="font-size: large;">
best days of my life!</span> A few weeks before Thanksgiving Andrew and I decided that
after celebrating Thanksgiving at his parent’s house in Covington, LA we would
go into New Orleans the day after to spend some time in our<span style="font-size: large;"> favorite city.</span> Luckily for Andrew, I was the one who
suggested this idea so I wasn’t suspicious at all. We went to see a movie at the Canal Place
theatre. I should have known Andrew was
up to something when he volunteered to see the new Twilight movie<i> (which would
never have happened otherwise)</i>, but I insisted we see Lincoln instead<i> (so
romantic, haha!)</i>. After the movie we walked down Royal St. and went to art
galleries and antique shops before going to Café Du Monde for beignets. While
sitting at Café Du Monde Andrew said that one of our friends from New Orleans
wanted to see us, and he would meet up with us in Jackson Square. We walked through Jackson Square and decided
to wait for our friend at the fountain that sits in front of St. Louis
Cathedral<i> (my favorite spot in New Orleans)</i>. At this point I’m still clueless
about what’s going on. We sat down on
the fountain and I said, <span style="font-size: large;">“This has been the best day ever.”</span> Andrew replied,<span style="font-size: large;"> “I
know, and I just want to spend every day with you for the rest of my life.” </span>That’s when he<span style="font-size: large;"> hit one knee</span> and everything
becomes a blur! All I know is that I
said <span style="font-size: large;">YES!</span> After a nice stranger took our
picture, Andrew said that we had a dinner reservation to get to and that we
needed to hurry. As I floated towards
the restaurant staring at my hand Andrew asked me not to call anyone about the
news until after dinner. When we walked
into the restaurant to be seated and turned the corner that’s when I got the
<span style="font-size: large;">best surprise of my life.</span> All of our
family and friends, including my 3 best friends that I hadn’t seen in months,
were standing there waiting for us!
That’s when the waterworks really started! We spent the rest of the night celebrating
with all of our loved ones and I couldn’t have imagined a better night or
proposal. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I’m most excited about <span style="font-size: large;">sharing a home</span> with my best friend! After
surviving the struggles of a long distance relationship for nearly two years,
we can’t wait to know that we are coming home to each other everyday and have a
place that we can call our own. We are just so excited about this next chapter
in our lives!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Prioritize,</span> prioritize,<span style="font-size: large;"> prioritize!</span> The first thing I did after
getting engaged is decide what aspects of our wedding are most important to me
and what I wanted to splurge on. I made
my top three list: <span style="font-size: large;">photography, band, and wedding dress</span><i> (of course)</i><span style="font-size: large;">.</span> By doing this, I don’t get distracted from
what is most important- preparing to marry Andrew. Anyone can have an amazing wedding, but we
want our marriage to be more beautiful than our big day! Also, DON’T compare your wedding to the ones
you see in the bridal magazines.<span style="font-size: large;"> Comparison is the thief of joy.</span> Trying to
compete with another person’s dream wedding will only take away from the
excitement of your own. </span><span style="font-family: Lucida Grande; font-size: 13pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067459550228318308.post-73774382429857244582013-03-18T21:50:00.001-07:002013-03-18T22:02:24.831-07:00Baton Rouge BelleIdeal weather. Stunning location. Gorgeous bride. Loving groom. I knew this would be one of my favorite weddings to date...but it seemed as if the stars aligned to make this day nothing short of <span style="font-size: large;">perfect</span>.<br />
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My favorite memory of the day was taking Jordan, <span style="font-size: large;">the groom</span>, to see his bride for the first time. As I drove him in the golf cart he asked me, "So you really like this stuff...like planning weddings, huh?" To which I replied..."You have no idea. I love, <i>love.</i>" Jordan simply responded, <span style="font-size: large;">"Yea, it's pretty special." </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">And special it was. </span>The entire day. Olivia was beautiful in the forefront of large oaks, strung lights, burlap, and a perfectly whipped butter-cream cake. I am so blessed to have been trusted to execute Olivia and Jordan's wedding day. I sincerely <span style="font-size: large;">thank you both. </span><br />
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Go to any <span style="font-size: large;">tailgate </span>in the south, and you're bound to find beanbags flying through the air. I'm talkin' the bag 'n board game of <span style="font-size: large;">cornhole!</span> My favorite kind'a competition, cornhole allows you to play without breaking a sweat, all-the-while holding a cold drink in your 'non-throwing' hand.<br />
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So it had me thinking, how <span style="font-size: large;">awesome </span>would this be to have at an outdoor reception? It's a fun idea for the kids, grandparents, or the<span style="font-size: large;"> 3-drinks-in </span>groomsmen.<br />
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Now it's time for my shameless plug...My papa-bear and little brother have started their own cornhole business,<br />
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I've posted some of their work so far and the final products are just amazing! Check out their <span style="color: #e06666; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/customcornholes901">facebook page</a></span> for contact information and pricing! </div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067459550228318308.post-61639976609352220332013-02-04T20:26:00.000-08:002013-02-04T20:33:05.818-08:00I Saw the Sign As weddings are becoming more DIY...a whole lot'a <span style="font-size: large;">signs </span>are popping up on Pinterest to get our creative juices flowing. A tiny jot adorning your day is a-little-somethin' cute to entice your guest's course. I wanted to share a few of my fave's with y'all!<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Are you opting for no ushers or do you have uneven family sizes? This would be a perfect option for you!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Oh my gracious...Precious idea for bathroom specifications!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Instagram is the new Facebook Photo Upload! Ask your guests to</span> <i>#</i>hashtag <span style="font-size: x-small;">any photos taken on your big day so you can enjoy them later! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Little note for all your girls primping in the bathroom...Consider putting gum and travel size hairsprays in the bathroom for their convenience, too!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">As for me...</span>wedding planning is slow and steady! We have booked a church and photographer and hope to have an awesome reception venue booked soon! But you know me...I'm excited to start working on the small things! DIY is my middle name! </div>
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I knew my palate was going to be warm, romantic colors so I went with rose pink, black, and burlap brown.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">To Hobby Lobby I went for:</span> Lace, craft paper, envelope/card pack, double-sided tape, ribbon, craft jewels, & paper doilies!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Step 1:</span> Print wording on 5x7 cardstock.</div>
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To help the guests with shopping, I wanted to do something a little different. Cute <span style="font-size: large;">bustiers </span>with the bride-to-be's sizes was the way to go!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Step 4:</span> Add a little <span style="font-size: large;">bling </span>to the envelope and a cute poem letting the guest know the evening's dress code.</div>
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Sequins or sweaters, straight of curly hair?</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Nearly 12 years ago</span> Jeff and I shared Coach Burnett's Reading class. He was the shy guy that sat next to me and I was an obnoxious 13 year old who thought she was going to make him blush. We quickly became friends, only living a neighborhood apart, and always claiming other boyfriends and girlfriends in our corresponding cliques.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">"...The year would have been empty without you. It's gonna be real hard leaving you. We gotta stay in touch ok? You're awesome and I'd hate to lose touch with you. This is redundant but o-well. Before I go I want a picture of you AIGHT. Have a great summer and life. I love you. -Jeff S."</span></div>
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In retrospect, I'm so glad my hoarding teenage ways had me keep all the notes and letters Jeff wrote. To look back now and know how much he loved me then, brings such<span style="font-size: large;"> faith and hope</span> to the future that has presented itself. </div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">"I cherish every second I get with you. You'll find Mr. Right soon. Everything happens for a reason right?...I'd love for you to be my wife...The spots open for you!"</span></div>
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We decided we should be <span style="font-size: large;">'boyfriend & girlfriend'</span> in the summer of 2005. I figured, what have I got to loose? He's a great guy, good at sports, and he's pretty cute, too. We can totally do this long-distance thing. Within six months, we decided we would go to college together. </div>
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As the saying goes, <span style="font-size: large;">we've been together ever since. </span>Over the years, Jeff has become my very best friend and the love of my life. He has made me a better person, a confident woman, and an absolute believer in true, unfailing love. He is thoughtful and gentle. He is painfully funny and too witty for his own good. He tells me I'm beautiful <span style="font-size: large;">every</span>, single day and likewise tells me when I'm being entirely too dramatic. He listens when I need him, and <span style="font-size: large;">believes </span>in my talents and dreams. I know he will take care of me for the rest of his life and I will do my best to be the wife he deserves.</div>
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A few days prior, Jeff promised me dinner somewhere nice on Saturday night. After work and a little shopping, I headed home to be ready for 7. I called Jeff to tell him I would meet him at his place since he had mentioned his parents wanted to go with us. He said he'd rather pick me up in case we wanted to do something after. I wanted to see the movie <i>Lincoln </i>so I assumed that would be our after-dinner plans. </div>
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At 7:10 he arrived at my apartment and told me we were meeting his parents at<span style="font-size: large;"> Rips Restaurant </span>on the <span style="font-size: large;">lakefront</span>. We parked a little ways from the restaurant. His parents were 'running late' so we had some time to kill. </div>
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Years ago, on a night after ice cream we stopped by the lakefront and came up with a genius <span style="font-size: x-small;">(and dangerous)</span> idea of walking out on one of the narrow, stone docks off the lakeside.<span style="font-size: x-small;"> (Picture below is a good example of what I'm talking about).</span> I'll never forget how nervous I was that one of us would slip, but Jeff held my hand all the way to the post at the end. We had one awesome kiss and I scurried off the ledge as fast as I could!</blockquote>
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So as we were walking to dinner, I brought up that very moment and we both reminisced on my 'scardy-cat' ways. As we approached the restaurant<span style="font-size: large;"> Jeff stopped me</span> and simply said, </div>
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"I need to be honest with you. The other weekend when I told you I was going fishing, I didn't" </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thank you</span> for allowing me to share my story with you. It is a day Jeff and I will never forget and I am excited to share our planning journey with you! <span style="font-size: large;">Get ready belles</span>, this blog is about to <span style="font-size: large;">blow up! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">The 'Groom's Room' or what I like to call the 'Man Cave' was adorned with red gingham, sunflowers, poms, and coozies. So awesome, right?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Bar in the 'Groom's Room' garnished with Georgia and Southern Miss spirit poms! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Wes and Abby</span>, thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of your beautiful, unique, and just-plain-fun wedding. I pray many blessings for you both and that you would grow more in love every day!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Be yourselves.</span> Be your loving, happy, thrilled, and giddy selves. Pictures aren't for poses...they're for gaining memories that are <span style="font-size: large;">unexpectedly and wonderfully charming.</span><br />
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Her <span style="font-size: large;">'Will You be my Bridesmaid'</span> package has all the makings of somethin' yummy and fantastic! And best of all... affordable! Let me break it down for ya' real quick! </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Analise Durr</span> may be my soul-sister when it comes to the love of all things DIY. Not only is she stunning but her <span style="font-size: large;">creative mind</span> might be her most beautiful attribute. Tomorrow y'all will get to see the amazing bridesmaid gifts she put together but today it's all about <span style="font-size: large;">Ana and Jay!</span> Now, Jay is a total dream boat, and rather than me going any further, I'm guna' let Ana do all the talking about this <span style="font-size: large;">one in a million man...</span><br />
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Jay & I met in October 2011 through a mutual friend, and now bridesmaid, Patricia. Jay had just graduated from medical school at the University of Arkansas <span style="font-size: large;">(Go Hogs!)</span> and moved to Birmingham to begin his residency at UAB. We were not interested in each other at first....it was <i>not </i>love at first sight. He was a handsome doctor and I thought, why waste my time? He says it showed <span style="font-size: x-small;">(imagine that!)</span> and the feelings were mutual. It didn't take long for his <span style="font-size: large;">big </span>baby blues & delicious dimples to change my mind, maybe it was worth a shot? We went to a charity ball together in December and as they say, <span style="font-size: large;">the rest is history.</span><br />
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It has been a year of mushy, gushy, sappy, dripping with sweetness, heavenly <span style="font-size: large;">love</span>. Contrary to my premature judgments, and although he is the most brilliant person that I have ever met, he is also kind, humble, gentle and unassuming. He is wise beyond his years, hardworking and steady. He is the opposite of me and I adore him.<br />
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Many people ask when I knew he was the one. It's hard to put my finger on it because his sweet surprises and displays of affection were a daily event that sent me flying head over heels...over and over again. I couldn't keep up! Everyday it was flowers, flowers, flowers and more flowers.<br />
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He left notes on my mirror, hidden in my pockets, spelled out in my food or on the table with knickknacks...but when did I really know? It was <span style="font-size: large;">Valentines Day</span>, and as any spoiled lovebird would, I expected something grand, and as predicted, it was <span style="font-size: large;">grand</span>. It was everything I could have imagined. Roses, chocolates, candles, music, jewelry, and a fancy dinner with expensive wine ta' boot. It was perfect and I was over the moon. Still floating from the night before, I came home from work the <span style="font-size: large;">next day</span> to find more gifts, more flowers, and a card that said, <span style="font-size: large;">"Every day is Valentines Day with you."</span> The day after Valentines Day,<i> that's when I knew. </i><br />
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On July 28, 2012 he sealed the deal! We got in the car to head to my 'dad's 50th birthday party.' I noticed he was taking the scenic route and after a while I knew something was fishy. We ended up in the parking lot of Centennial's Women's Hospital. He told me that we were there because it was the hospital where I was born. He got out letters from my mom, dad & brother recounting my birth & happy times.<br />
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We got in the car and drove to my first house. He read letters from my mom, dad, brother & two sisters, all composing memories from our little yellow house on the corner.<br />
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We then went to our log cabin where there were more letters, more memories, and<span style="font-size: large;"> lots and lots of tears. </span><br />
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The next stop was our family farm with the final letters from each person. My mind was flooded with the sweetest memories of such a blessed upbringing.<br />
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We finally made it to Nana & Granddaddy's for the party. As we walked up I noticed the balcony full of family and friends, including Jay's mom who lives 6 hours away. We walked up to the gazebo where there were tables full of mementos from the past year. Everything, <i>even the tiniest details </i>had been saved. We went into the gazebo and he told me that this was the last stop, going all the way<span style="font-size: large;"> back to the beginning </span>- because we were standing in the spot where my parents said<span style="font-size: large;"> "I do" </span>twenty something years ago...Where it really all began!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Ok belles</span>...pull yourselves together and wipe up your tears. <span style="font-size: large;">Tomorrow </span>check back to see the <span style="font-size: large;">amazing </span>'Will you be my bridesmaid?' gifts Ana put together and how you can make your own. <span style="font-size: large;">Happy Sunday sugars! </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067459550228318308.post-29840117901841765822012-09-14T18:42:00.002-07:002012-10-22T18:23:48.219-07:00Tweet Tweet <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Hey there guys and dolls! </span>Southern Bells is announcing a <span style="font-size: large;">give-away</span> and y'all are gonna love what we've got!<br />
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Meagan Duran, designer at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/86534672/will-you-be-my-bridesmaid-cards-6-pack"><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Savage Pearl Girl</span></a> is giving away a pack of <span style="font-size: large;">six </span>personalized cards embellished with her one-of-a-kind designs! Whether you need<span style="font-size: large;"> 'Will You Be My Bridesmaid' </span>cards, <span style="font-size: large;">'Thank-You' </span>notes or <span style="font-size: large;">Shower Invites</span>, Meagan will personalize the lettering and color of the card to <span style="font-size: large;">your specific needs!</span><br />
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So all you gots'ta do is <span style="font-size: large;">follow </span>Southern Bells Wedding on Twitter and <span style="font-size: large;">retweet </span>our latest tweet about this giveaway!<span style="font-size: large;"> Click below...</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Winner will be announced next Saturday, October 22! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Coming up this weekend...</span>Pics from the coolest photographer south of the Mason-Dixon line and an engagement tell-all from Ms. Kayla Gauthreaux!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sleep tight sugar-bears!</span><br />
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With a shower 'round the corner, I spent today doing a little crafting for centerpieces! So I thought I'd share my <span style="font-size: large;">DIY spirit flags!</span> The best part is, these can be made for<span style="font-size: large;"> any event</span>...<span style="font-size: large;">football get-togethers,</span> <span style="font-size: large;">baby showers,</span> or <span style="font-size: large;">high school graduations</span>. Just pick out your colors in scrapbook paper and pull out the craft supplies!<br />
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I thought the final product was a little plain so I pulled out some <span style="font-size: large;">jute </span>to ad one more touch...<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So cute right? </span>Put two or three flags in a mason jar with flowers and you've got the perfect centerpiece!<br />
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With the extra flags I <span style="font-size: large;">spruced up</span> a gift bag!<br />
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Y'all have a <span style="font-size: large;">wonderful week </span>and get excited...Southern Bells and <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/SavagePearlGirl?ref=si_shop"><span style="color: #38761d;">Savage Pearl Girl </span></a>are pairing up for a hand crafted card giveaway very soon!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067459550228318308.post-15688684812839575972012-08-29T16:13:00.002-07:002012-10-22T18:24:47.374-07:005 Things...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Well'p y'all...It's time for this Tennessee native's first <span style="font-size: large;">hurricane</span>. Yep, Isaac has forced me indoors for the past two days and I'm getting antsy from utter boredom.<br />
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I know a lot of my readers are in the path of this grumpy guy so I thought I'd tell you the 5 things that's making my time worthwhile.<br />
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Looks like I got the new <span style="font-size: large;">Southern Living </span>magazine just in time! This issue features the best college football tailgating spots and yummy food to go along with it. So good.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">(two.)</span><br />
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My new favorite chap-stick is this Maybelline <span style="font-size: large;">Baby Lips</span>. They come in about 5 different colors but these are the two I picked at Target... hot pink and cherry red. They look awesome on my smackers! </div>
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I've been practicing my <span style="font-size: large;">'mod-calligraphy'</span> during extended time on the couch. I'm using a fine point sharpie and bolding all the down strokes. The swirls and flags are extra touches to add a little <span style="font-size: large;">pizzazz! </span></div>
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I couldn't resist grabbing The Hunger Games before the storm began Tuesday. Consequently, I've been rocking the side braid since. Team <span style="font-size: large;">Katniss. </span></div>
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Nothing gets you through a gloomy day like good ole' <span style="font-size: large;">mac-n-cheese</span>. I'll be nursing on this batch until it's all gone. Nom. Nom.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">(one to grow on.)</span><br />
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I've been doing some online shopping for some Scentsy gifts. If you're totally behind the times...these are the <span style="font-size: large;">best smelling things</span> next to Yankee Candles! They even have a 'Bride that is Beautiful' scent. Check out my sweet aunt's page by clickin' on the pic! </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">What are y'all doing to stay dry? Any good reads or recipes? Online shopping? Holler at us with your 5 things! </span><br />
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Looks like you've got all your ducks in a row, <span style="font-size: large;">miss-priss! </span>But you forgot one little detail that will make your out-of-town guests remember why they love ya so much. In the south we pride ourselves on being great hostess. We throw<span style="font-size: large;"> great parties</span>, give <span style="font-size: large;">adorable favors</span>, and make sure you have<span style="font-size: large;"> lots of wine</span> with a ball'a cheese. Why should this be any different for our wedding? </div>
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Your out-of-town guests came <span style="font-size: large;">over the river and through the woods</span> to celebrate your <span style="font-size: large;">big </span>day so how's about you show them some appreciation with an affordable gift basket! And don't fret, I found some great options for even better prices! </div>
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Pull out your colored pencils or grab a crafty friend to make <span style="font-size: large;">maps </span>of your town and it's<span style="font-size: large;"> hot-spots</span>. Your guests may come a day early or leave a day late and might want to do some sightseeing. Take your sketches and favorite simple craft paper to a printer and boom...make-shift map!<br />
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If your wedding is in a warmer season, consider <span style="font-size: large;">straw hand fans.</span> I found these online for $3 each! </div>
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Your wedding city is bound to have some sort of local beverage. Whether it's <span style="font-size: large;">wine or beer</span>, throwing some of this in the basket is sure to please. If it's beer, put 2 in a basket or get sampler bottles of the local wine. This should only total to $2-$4 per basket. </div>
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Along with your drink of choice, throw in some local cuisine. Whether it's<span style="font-size: large;"> <a href="https://www.hubigs.com/portals/hubigs/cart/c-1-t-shirts.aspx"><span style="color: #38761d;">Hubigs Pies</span></a></span> from New Orleans or<span style="font-size: large;"> <a href="http://store.lovelesscafe.com/product/minature_jam_pack/View_All_Products">Loveless Cafe jam</a></span> from Nashville, your guest will appreciate a treat just for them! This pack of 3 is $8.95 so divvy 'em up for more to go 'round!</div>
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And to help them rest in a foreign bed, add a <span style="font-size: large;">lavender sachet</span> to go under their pillow. <a href="http://www.intimateweddings.com/blog/lavender-sachets-how-to-make-sachets-with-vintage-fabric/"><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Here </span></a>shows you an easy DIY way to make them! <span style="font-size: large;">So precious</span>, right? </div>
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Pile 'em all in a cute tin basket ($4 at<span style="color: #38761d;"><a href="http://www.luckyclovertrading.com/products_filter.php?f53=3.00%20to%205.00&cPath=1_137&&page=3"> this wholesale site</a>)</span> and you've got a <span style="font-size: large;">goodie-bag-to-boot! </span></div>
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I recently sat down with <a href="http://amphotographyblog.com/"><span style="color: #38761d;">Amanda Hill</span></a>, a Memphis photographer to discuss her thoughts on <span style="font-size: large;">bridal sessions. </span>It seems that more brides are taking time, a few weeks before the 'I Do's' to get some <span style="font-size: large;">hawt </span>shots in their dress. My thoughts are, you spend <span style="font-size: large;">lots'o moolah</span> on a dress you wear one day, right? So how's about you play dress up once before the wedding?<br />
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Now what do ya say we get a photographer's opinion on this? Amanda, let us in on<span style="font-size: large;"> what you're thinkin'! </span><br />
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<i>At <a href="http://amphotographyblog.com/"><span style="color: #38761d;">AM Photography</span> </a>we love to capture you in your wedding dress outside of your wedding day. One awesome reason is because, during your session, you are not limited to your venue. You can go anywhere! A romantic shot at the beach or a night-time photo downtown makes for beautiful memories that we can capture for a lifetime.<span style="color: #38761d;"> <a href="http://amphotographyblog.com/">AM Photography</a></span> includes 2-3 different locations in our sessions. We also offer professional makeup services by <span style="color: #38761d;"><a href="http://thebrickology.com/">Brickology</a> </span>and hair-styling by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sonya-Miller/341917249152771"><span style="color: #38761d;">Sonya Miller</span></a>. </i><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">It is never too late to have a bridal session. </span>Whether you've been married 2, 10, or 30 years, this is something you can choose to do for yourself! What better way to celebrate a long and fruitful marriage? </i><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">What are you thinking, belle?</span> Is this something your planning for? It's time to consider getting your model on, <span style="font-size: large;">y'all! </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067459550228318308.post-32017967737539641472012-07-02T22:36:00.001-07:002012-07-10T17:48:34.272-07:00Busy Belle<span style="font-size: large;">Holy guacamole</span>...It's been way too long y'all! In the past month ya' girl got a new job, new wedding gigs, and will be shipping more wedding dress canvases to brides-to-be! <i>(These are great gifts for brides and/or bridesmaids) </i><br />
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If you need <span style="font-size: large;">hair or make-up</span> services or a cutesy personalized canvas feel free to message me at <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">emily.southernbells@gmail.com</span> for pricing and details! Last week I had the pleasure of working with Stacy Hale's bridal party and they were <span style="font-size: large;">fantastic!</span> Check out some pictures of their do's and the view from her suite. Needless to say, the afternoon was the <span style="font-size: large;">bomb.com.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Coming up soon:</span> Wise words from a Memphis photographer and what grooms need to know about the mind of a lady before tying the knot! <span style="font-size: large;">It's gonna be good! </span><br />
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Any Maid of Honor ladies in the <span style="font-size: large;">hizzz-ouse?</span> Ok, I got my ghetto out. Now back to being a<span style="font-size: large;"> belle...</span><br />
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A'while back while pondering what to do for my best friend's <span style="font-size: large;">bachelorette</span>, I wrote down ideas before pickin' up the phone to call my girl. But you know me and when it comes to this subject, I want to go <span style="font-size: large;">all out!</span> So I set up a camera and put on my favorite jam. <span style="font-size: large;">Call Me, Maybe.</span> (Duh.) I recorded my ideas, gave her something to chew on, and then <span style="font-size: large;">she </span>could call me...maybe! </div>
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Have an <span style="font-size: large;">awesome </span>week belles and beaus! You deserve it! </div>
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Thoughtful engagements make me giggle, cry and exclaim 'oh-my-lanta' and I'm takin' a bet that you're doomed for the same result! Read no further and watch. <span style="font-size: large;">Amazeballs</span>. </div>
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There's got'ta be a reason the belles keep coming back so I've done my research! Below are a few places to begin your party planning. Now get out your Lilly planner and get'ta writting!<br />
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Existing for over 200 years, beginning as a trading post off the Mississippi River, the French Market has evolved into the perfect place for open-air shopping. <br />
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Belles,<span style="font-size: large;"> brace yourselves. </span>This is a 6 mile long shopping oasis. Magazine is filled with awesome boutiques, galleries, and restaurants ta'boot. This is 'uptown' shopping at it's finest. You will <span style="font-size: large;">d.i.e. </span><br />
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Established in 1862, this open-air coffee and <span style="font-size: large;">beignet<span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;">(an amazing powered sugar, donut-esque pastry) <span style="font-size: small;">stand is open 24 hours! So you know what this means...shall your night turn into morning and you're needing a little grub, there is literally no better place to stumble upon. Seriously. I could eat my weight in these things! </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;">The first time I met Jeff's family they took me here.<span style="font-size: large;"> Wow y'all.</span> This place is stunning. The outside courtyard is something from a fairytale. The food is authentic Louisiana <span style="font-size: large;">creole </span>and they usually have a jazz band playing. I melt. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Ah, Pat O's. Known for an incredible <span style="font-size: large;">piano bar </span>and famous<span style="font-size: large;"> Hurricane drink.</span> Go here to start off your night with a bang! They have napkins all over the tables - all you have to do is right down a song request and send it up to the piano players. Yep, they'll play just about anything and you can sing along all night! </span><br />
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This place is said to have the <span style="font-size: large;">best dance scene!</span> The combination of cheap drinks and 80's and 90's music will keep the belles dancing for hours!<br />
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The favored of all <span style="font-size: large;">karaoke </span>bars and the best time you'll have in a hot minute! Even if you're not into showcasing your A.I. skills, this place is fun, clean, and energetic. It's a must-go for any bachelorette party! <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Now go have some fun ladies and let the good times roll! XO! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Are you in the 'life stage' I'm in? </span>The twenty-something stage where everyone around you seems to be committed, engaged, or married? It's the time of life that's <span style="font-size: large;">chaotically wonderful.</span> You're growing into your adult skin, molded from college mistakes-heartbreaks-and wish-to-do do-overs. You're considering your life and the kind of person you want to spend that life with. <span style="font-size: large;">So where's the ring? Where's the bended-knee proposal? <span style="font-size: x-small;">Where, </span><span style="font-size: small;">where,</span> where? </span><br />
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Well'p, I'm here to say...simmer your sauce and<span style="font-size: large;"> just get happy! </span>Because you my belle - you are in store for something<span style="font-size: large;"> great. </span>You are in store for a perfect beau, a perfect engagement, and a perfect life for you!<br />
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Trust me, there have been moments when I catch the <span style="font-size: large;">envy-bug </span>and throw a<span style="font-size: large;"> pity parade</span> filled with red wine and reality shows <i>but</i> that's not what God intended me to do! He intended me to celebrate, to call my friends and ask for all the deets, and write the most fantastic blog full of their love stories! <br />
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So this is the most comforting piece of <span style="font-size: large;">truth </span>I can offer you for now - His timing is perfect. It's hard to wrap our restless, list-oriented mind around it but His timing is greater than our 'schedule.' And <span style="font-size: large;">you know</span> what schedule I'm talking about:<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">18</span> - Graduate from High School</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">22 </span>- Graduate from College<span style="font-size: x-small;"> (in 4 years, of course during which you'll meet Mr. Oh-so-Right)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">28 </span>- Start a family <span style="font-size: x-small;">(that will dress in cardigans and polos for the yearly Christmas card) </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">S</span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">ound about right? I'm sure your grinning to yourself as I am. For most of us, this quality of 'planning' allows us to be organized, sufficient, and reliable. But it's also cripples us to a world we are passing by. So allow me to hop up on my soap box and say,<span style="font-size: large;"> 'Let go and let God.' </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;">Single belles,</span> have you considered that He has better taste then you? That He has not quite prepared your heart for your perfect match; that the man that matches your worth is still working on himself? </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">And to all my <span style="font-size: large;">taken ladies </span>waiting for the <span style="font-size: large;">sparkler.</span> There will be a moment when your hearts combined are prepared for a lifelong commitment.<span style="font-size: large;"> Because that's what it is, right? </span>We have to believe <span style="font-size: large;">we are preparing for a lifetime. </span> </span> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So celebrate in celebrations!</span> Throw out your schedule and be comfortable in your <span style="font-size: large;">'life stage.' </span>And above all else, <span style="font-size: large;">keep your heart wide open. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Dream BIG belles and settle for nothing but your insurmountable worth. </span><br />
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The vows are the killer. The girl is precious and her groom seems to absolutely <span style="font-size: large;">adore </span>her. Grab a hanky and join me friends.<span style="font-size: large;"> This one's good!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Man:</span> I give you my life this day in the presence of God and according to His will. I leave my father and mother and I'll cleave to you.<br />
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I will love you as Christ loves the church, giving my life to yours. I will lead and protect you, as we share our life with God, who gave us one another.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Wife: </span>According to the will of God and my desire, I give myself to you. To be your wife and your friend and to stand by you as we share our life together. Leaving my father and mother, I now commit myself to you.<br />
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I love you and believe in your from this day forward.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067459550228318308.post-9765600390587918182012-05-09T11:24:00.000-07:002012-05-09T11:39:11.223-07:00You're About A Million<div style="text-align: left;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Ah...videography.</span> It sure has come a long way from our parents beta tapes! Now-a-days it's a perfect mix of music, <span style="font-size: large;">I Do's</span>, and clips of wedding highlights. Think of it as a two minute <span style="font-size: large;">collage </span>of the happiest day of your life.</div>
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Today I came across this <span style="font-size: large;">gem </span>of <span style="font-size: large;">Jessica and David</span>. The compilation is perfection and it sure don't hurt that the bride and groom are<span style="font-size: large;"> ridiculously good looking</span>. Check out the magic that is their wedding by <a href="http://cfweddings.net/">Contrast Films. </a><br />
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Spring is in full bloom and so is the love between <span style="font-size: large;">Brooke and Caleb!</span> From the tiny snip-its I've received, Brooke hopped on a plane yesterday to visit her beau. Caleb and Brooke's family weren't far behind...covertly headed to one spot on the map to see the <span style="font-size: large;">engagement!</span><br />
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I want to save<span style="font-size: large;"> all the deets</span> for when Brooke can tell you the whole story but for now here's a glimpse of some post-engagement photos. And, from what I hear, Caleb hired a photographer to go all <span style="font-size: large;">'secret-ops'</span> to get the whole engagement on film! I know... I can't wait to see the pics either! <br />
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