Kristin thought their first date was going to be a casual lunch to celebrate a new job that she had just started, but J.R. had other plans in mind. They ended up going to The Cheesecake Factory, which Kristin thought was very classy. A little over 4 years later J.R. enlisted the help of Kristin's brother, the man who started it all, to help out with the proposal. Kristin knew she was supposed to be expecting some type of housewarming gift from J.R., but when she unwrapped the last box, J.R. was on one knee.
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J.R. came up with the theme of their wedding, which they like to call "Modern Southern." They wanted the wedding to be comfortable and classic. Originality was key to this couple because they didn't want to just copy ideas out of magazines or off of Pinterest. They chose The Wheeler House as their venue for a couple different reasons.
"Have you seen The Wheeler House? It's beautiful, and it fit the comfortable classic feel. We really felt at home there," said Kristin.
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Their ceremony was very unique. Their friend who was not an officiant officiated their wedding, Kristin's cousins recited a funny and loving reading, and one of Kristin's bridesmaids sang a beautiful John Legend song.
"It had us written all over it. It was exactly as I hoped it would be: different, loving, and fun," said Kristin.
Kristin's advice to any bride/groom planning their wedding is to focus on you and your future spouse because that's what it's all about.
"The details of the wedding will be long forgotten, but the marriage will last a lifetime. Focus on that and everything will fall into place," said Kristin.
Kristin and J.R. chose Alaska for their honeymoon destination. They wanted to go somewhere they had never been before, and they were looking for adventure. They will be embarking on this big adventure in July. Congratulations to these newlyweds! We loved being able to help these two with their big day, and we wish them a lifetime of happiness!
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Vendors
Bride and Groom's Cake: Coast to Coast Catering
Caterer: Coast to Coast Catering
Florist: Holland Daze
Photographer: Mike Moon Studio
Ceremony Music: James Palestrini
Reception Music: Marquee Events
