Monthly Archives: September 2008

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Nicole and Jonathan’s Wedding

Date: August 23, 2008
Ceremony Location: Farmington Lutheran Church, Farmington, MN
Reception Location: Apple Valley Legion, Apple Valley, MN

Sentimental, fun, teary, exciting, emotional. There were so many different emotions throughout the day of Nicole and Jonathan’s wedding. With the recent death of Nicole’s father, it was a bitter sweet day. Nicole honored her father in many ways and everyone there could tell that even though her father wasn’t there in person, he was right there with her every moment of the day. It was a beautiful, loving ceremony.

When the time came for Nicole and Jonathan to exchange rings, there was also another exchange. The second important exchange was between Nicole’s daughter Madalynn and Jonathan.  Madalynn and Jonathan said their vows to each other promising to always be a good father, and a respectful daughter. It was very touching and very personal, ending with Jon giving her a necklace.

The reception included a candy bar for guests, a harpist, a delicious dinner buffet, an amazing ice sculpture, and upbeat dancing.  The party went on late into the night as Mr. and Mrs. Leopold began their life together as husband and wife.  Congratulations to Nicole, Jonathan and Madalynn.

Carrie and Rob’s Wedding

Date: August 09, 2008
Ceremony Location: St John’s Catholic Church, New Brighton, MN
Reception Location: Radisson Hotel, Minneapolis, MN

We met up with Carrie and her bridesmaids at St John’s Catholic Church in New Brighton, MN during the early afternoon. The bride was just pulling up to the church when David and I arrived.  The church was absolutely gorgeous! I can understand why Carrie had to reserve the church over a year ahead of time for their wedding.

The traditional Catholic ceremony was beautiful, and Carrie looked absolutely stunning in her wedding gown with the long train and lovely details. It seemed that neither Carrie nor Rob could stop smiling during the entire ceremony.

After a perfect “I Do” kiss the limo took the entire bridal party to a beautiful garden on the University of Minnesota campus in Saint Paul for some pictures.

After the garden it was off to the reception location. The reception was held at the Radisson Hotel in Minneapolis. The cocktail hour gave guest time to chat with friends and family before dinner was served.

After dinner and cake, the music and dancing began.  Carrie and Rob looked perfect as they danced their first dance together as husband and wife.  After the first dance, the floor became full with everyone doing the twist.  It was a fun night, and we wish Carrie and Rob all the best!

More photobooth fun!

Kristen and David in photobooth

Crystal and Mike had a photobooth at their wedding at the beautiful Bayview Event Center in Excelsior, MN. Apparently I didn’t get the message that picture 2 was the goofy picture!

Image of the Day: Adrian Peterson

NFL Carolina at Minnesota

Burnsville at Lakeville North High School Football