I love weddings. After doing this for 10 years I have seen a lot of weddings. Small ones, big ones, casual ones fancy ones and everything in between. After all these years I have realized that my favorite wedding is full of connection. Big and small connection. Nobody is a stranger, everyone is there to celebrate and most importantly all these people have come together to say “lean on us, we believe in this and are here to support in any way we can.” Madison and Jonathan’s wedding screamed that. I knew it from the first time I met Madison and her mom. They were sweet and down to earth. They talked more about the people of the wedding and all the things that would happen than they did the colors or details. They got excited thinking about Jonathan’s reaction to the first look and how her dad would cry when he saw her for the first time. We talked about family and love and the importance of all those people being there.
The wedding day was perfect in every possible. way. Madison was glowing. She is so incredibly beautiful as it is and when she put on that dress we were all stunned. The day was warm with soft billowing clouds. The Sanctuary was looking as elegant as ever. They did a wonderful job mixing the soft elegant colors with the rich Colorado feel of the dinner space and pavilion. Jonathan had the biggest smile on his face as he walked into The Sanctuary. There was excitement but there was also ease about him. He was relaxed, ready and present.
There were so many things that made this day special. Jonathan having all his brother’s at his side, Grandpa’s words of advice and observation of the love between Jonathan and Madison during his welcome blessing, Jonathan’s grandma on the dancefloor with all three of her daughters and Madison’s grandma whispering sweet words to her and Jonathan during family photos. These are just a small handful of all the special moments. I usually can find a stand out favorite but this time it is tied. The first happened during the blessing. Everyone’s heads were bowed and Jonathan reached over, grabbed Madison’s hand and kissed it softly. Then he rested in that moment with her so sweet and present. The second was Madison’s dance with her father. He wrote and recorded a song just for her and it played as they danced. There was not a dry eye in the house.
These small moments are what give deep flavor to our lives and relationships. I was so happy to experience them with Madison and Jonathan. It was a wonderful kick off to a marriage that is going to be an incredible adventure! Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Stone!
Thanks to all the amazing vendors:
Madison’s lace dress from the Bridal Collection being all buttoned up.
Mom and her maid of honor helping the bride with the finishing touches.
Lipstick and smiles.
Bridesmaids doing a selfie just before everything kicks off.
Jonathan getting all dressed up with the help of his best man in the locker room at The Sanctuary.
Toasting with whiskey of choice.
First look on the lawn of The Sanctuary.
The weather was perfect for Madison’s Cathedral veil.
Beautiful wedding party in pink and gray in front of the waterfall at The Sanctuary Golf Course.
The girls and guys were both having a blast.
Elegant gold script and pink and white hydrangeas filled the dining room.
Watching his bride walk down the aisle.
Jonathon’s uncle preformed the ceremony.
Cocktail hour on the Patio at The Sanctuary Golf Course.
Romance on top of the waterfall.
The mountain views of Daniels Park in Sedalia are gorgeous.
Colorado has the most beautiful sunsets.
Table decor in soft pink and cream.
The party began with fun entrances from the bridal party.
The toasters were all family so they were full of good stories and sweet words.
Jonathan realizing he just married the love of his life during dinner.
Cake and French Macaroons from Whole Foods made for a colorful deserrt table.
The draping in the pavilion at The Sanctuary was elegant and soft for the first dances.
Father and daughter dance and mother and son dance were tear jerkers.
Glow stick grand exit!
