Sept. 27, 2008
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We started the day very early making our way to Huchinson by 6:00 am to meet Kristin at O’Hairas salon where she and her bridesmaids were getting their hair and make-up done. Kristin was so excited that she didn’t need any coffee to stay wide awake despite the early start. When someone asked her why she chose to have a morning wedding, she said it was because brunch was her favorite meal of the day and she wanted to have a brunch reception. While the girls were getting ready, Brett met the guys at Starbucks for breakfast & coffee. Chris was just as excited as Kristin and don’t think he stopped smiling the entire day. Kristin’s aunts and uncle had made and set up a wonderful breakfast buffet for the wedding party and family since they had to be at the church so early for pictures that was very much appreciated by all.
Kristin & Chris chose not to see each other before the ceremony but were able to send their wedding gifts to each other. Kristin’s was a gratitude journal that she had been writing all the reasons she’s grateful for Chris for the last few years. And Chris gave Kristin a large wooden jewelry box with a pair of diamond earrings. As beautiful as they were, it was the rest of the things he put in the box that made it so special – a note, picture and menu from their favorite restaurant.
The wedding was at Emanuel Lutheran Church and it was decorated beautifully with candelabras lining the aisle with two small glass bulbs filled with flowers hanging down and tied with ribbon. As beautiful as everything was from the flowers to the dresses, it was the music that made their ceremony so unique and special. Chris’s sister Jeanne, brother-in-law Michael and their friend Rob were the most incredible musicians with a variety of instruments including the flute, keyboards, acoustic guitar, hammered dulcimer, marimba and bodhran (which is an Irish drum). Instead of the traditional procession, Kristin entered to “Come Thou Fount” b y Sara Groves. But, my most favorites song was when Kristin & Chris lit the unity candle to “I Am” by Nichole Nordeman. (If you have a chance to download this song – you’ll love it – it’s the perfect wedding song!)
After the wedding, we finished taking pictures at the church and then headed to Prairie Dunnes for the reception. The brunch buffet was incredible with the best strawberry cream cheese filled french toast! After the reception, we headed out on the golf course with Chris, Kristin and the wedding party to get some fun, informal shots. Then we headed to Dillon’s nature center with Chris & Kristin to finish up with some pictures of the couple. We were so glad Kristin & Chris took the extra time with us to get some great shots that we wouldn’t have time for if they hadn’t planned it ahead of time. Thank you Kristin & Chris for including us in your day and for making us feel so welcomed. We had a great time documenting your day. We know you’ll have a great time in Hawaii so when you get back and have a chance, you’ll have to send us a link to your brother’s Facebook page so we can check out his pics too. We got a real kick out of his excitement taking pics. We feel the same way when we shoot!
Congrats again & God Bless,
Cheryl & Brett
