but how could you say "No" to this couple?!
Friends were flown in from around the country and we prepared, pampered, and partied every night. AD flew down from her exciting NYC life of PR events and beauty products and KS my soul mate and partner in crime came down from enjoying her summertime in Nashville - the bridesmaids were reunited and it felt so good!
The week began with several events - a welcome dinner in the couple's new home with games and chatting into the night.
and this group of gents have been friends since childhood and were our neighbors in Athens. It was the perfect few years together and has been wonderful to be together again.
With the weekend beginning, it was finally - ONE. MORE. DAY!
A bridal luncheon was held at Park Café in downtown Duluth - stuffing ourselves with friend green tomatoes and maple crème brulee.
and a "fun" Hawaiian forever lei for the bride...
There were gifts and toasts
and "forever leis" for all!
Saturday was the BIG DAY - the ceremony was held at the Payne-Corley house, the perfect venue for an intimate Southern wedding
but you must provide your own charming Southern gentlemen!
The day was a whirlwind of champagne and streamers, flowers, and dancing into the night. We were locked out of our room (well the room we took over) at the end but it was the perfect opportunity for selfies in the hallway (but when is it not a perfect opportunity for selfies?!)
The endless cocktail parties, toasts, errands, and laughs for the week have put me in a slight depression to have it all come to an end.
I just love these people and wish they would all move home to me NOW!
Your blog is my new favorite.
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