Emily and Brian are a couple that truly encompass strength. This is evident in all they have endured this year. From a terrible car accident that injured the groom, to Emily's father suffering a severe stroke, this couple has had to rely on faith and each other to get them down the aisle. Emily booked me as her "day of" coordinator, and shortly thereafter was struck with the news of her dad's stroke. She didn't know what the outcome of his illness would be, and decided to lean on her faith. She and Brian decided that by postponing the wedding, they would be allowing difficult circumstances to overshadow their joyous occasion. They relied on their faith for a positive outcome, and it worked. Not only was Emily's father able to be at her wedding, but he was even able to give her away. It was a moment that they will both cherish for a lifetime, and one they will never take for granted.
The Details
Oak Tree Manor in Spring, Texas provided the perfect backdrop for both the ceremony and reception. With an outdoor ceremony, the bride and groom couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day and a setting than under the gorgeous oak tree where the couple said their vows. The tree was adorned with round balls of baby breath and lit mason jars hanging from its branches, which were also lit with romantic white lights. The ceremony was performed by the minister from Emily and Brian's church, and was absolutely touching. He reminded us all of why we exchanged vows, and renewed faith in couples, old and young.
For the ceremony, Emily carried a bridal bouquet that had a garden feel and included
hydrangeas, dahlias,
lisianthis, daisies, veronica, succulents, Queen Anne’s lace, curly willow and
touches of greenery and berries, and was hand tied with champagne satin ribbon, champagne being the
color of her gown. As the ceremony concluded, the bar was opened, and guests were invited to join the reception. Skyline began their set by playing some traditional dinner music, as guests mingled and opened the couple's candy buffet and enjoyed a cocktail.
Once the bride and groom were introduced, they graced everyone by preforming their choreographed first dance to, "I Won't Give Up," by Jason Maraz. The reception was decorated with mason jar centerpieces that were filled with paper flowers. The unique thing about the flowers is that Emily is a librarian, and she created paper flowers from book pages. They turned out amazing, and were a personal touch! The mother of the bride sewed burlap runners with lace trim that were out of this world! Lollydoozer's created a spectacular 4 tier wedding caked, in which each tier was a different flavor. It was incredible! The groom's cake (Also, created by Lollydoozer's) wowed the guests. It played to Brian's love of music, and was a replica of a DJ set.
After guests enjoyed dinner and dancing, Emily and Brian were whisked away in a classic Rolls Royce, to enjoy their well deserved honeymoon!
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