Wedding Day Linkup

Graham and I were married on October 27, 2012.  We've been married a whoppin' 8 months and I still catch myself day dreaming about how perfect our big day turned out.  So lucky for me these ladies are hosting a linkup where I have a reason to brag all about it!

Location-- My sister's beautiful backyard on a gorgeous fall day.  We said our vows in their gazebo over looking the pond with our closest family and friends.  It was a very small wedding, like 50-60 people; which was EXACTLY what we wanted!  

Decor-- Our guests were seated on haybales and the area was surrounded with lots of rustic, fall decor.  Pinterest was a lifesaver.  I was inspired to make most of the items myself, including our bouquets!  We used cotton bolls from his parents farm, painted pumpkins, and used a guest bench (instead of a book).   

Wedding Party-- My maid of honor was my sister (Kelly).  My new SIL (Staci), good friend (Erin), and sweet niece (Ayanna) were all bridesmaids.  Graham's brother (Reggie) was his best man.  His new BIL (Paul), long time friend (Jamie), and our mutual friend (Sergio) were all groomsmen.  We all wore cotton dresses / shirts and finished the look off with boots. 

Colors--  Our main color was turquoise with pops of fall colors throughout. 

 Reception-- We had a dinner and a dance at the local winery.  BBQ, beer, wine, and music kept our guests entertained for the evening.

First Dance-- We danced to Wade Bowen's "Perfect Silence".  Every time I hear that song I think of that day, and us, and it just brings tears to my eyes.  Every. Single. Time.  I'm such a sap!

What I Would've Changed-- That day honestly just rolled on by without a hitch.  I guess if there was ONE thing that got under my skin that day, it would've been the fact that our cake wasn't right.  Oh not the Copenhagen one; that one was perfect.  The white one should've looked like cowhide.  AND the fact that she cut off the flowers in my arrangements on the table to put on the edges of my cake.  Seriously. 

That will never take away from the fact that the day was amazing.  I married my sweet man and I was lucky to do so with those who love us most right beside us.