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Tuesday, January 23, 2018

Kimberly and Ryan

I (Kaitlyn!) am really excited to share this blog post with you! (It's a little later than normal, but we wanted to respect that pictures were part of Christmas presents for parents and grandparents!)
My brother Ryan married the love of his life, Kimberly, on October 7 on a family owned field in Floyd, VA. They knew from the very beginning that they wanted to get married outside so this was the perfect spot! The mountain view was absolutely breathtaking. (Especially the sunrise that the wedding party got to enjoy while we were setting up)!

Ryan and Kimberly shared an intimate first look that began with a sweet prayer before they turned to see each other. After the first look they walked together to hop on the back of a John Deere tractor to be driven up to the ceremony site, which was beautifully adorned for the wedding I might add! While the exchanging of the rings is always a special moment, this exchanging of the rings was extra special because the FOG (my dad!) handcrafted Ryan's ring made of stainless steel with African Paduk wood inlay! During the ceremony the couple chose to include a very special foot-washing ceremony which was a great visual representation of their commitment, humility and love for one another (and there wasn't a dry eye in site!). They shared their first kiss as husband and wife and were announced for the first time as Mr. & Mrs. Davidson! (Talk about a proud sister moment!)

Family and friends gathered for a light reception that included a candy buffet and Carol Lee donuts, which are always a huge hit. The newlyweds were able to share a first dance and bite of a donut before the skies opened up for a little bit, but that certainly didn’t stop the fun.

A large group picture and romantic lavender toss exit was the perfect ending to their special day!

So many family and friends came together to make Kimberly and Ryan’s day a success. A huge THANK YOU to all who lent a hand. You were a blessing and we couldn’t have done it without you.

Our awesome team of vendors:

Events by Sherri – planning, linens, décor

Day of coordination made possible by Jennifer Davidson and Alejandro Colemenero (since big sis was in the wedding party and couldn't have done it without them!)

Tents R Us – tent, tables, chairs

LaDonna Cherell Photography – Photographer

Perennial Uprising – Bouquets, boutonnieres, garland

Kim and Randel – Haybales, tractor

John Altizer, Trinity Community Church – Minister

Carol Lee Donuts – Donuts

PC for all above pictures belongs to LaDonna Cherell Photography

EBS was so lucky to have 2 very important people helping to make the day such a success. I simply could not have done it without them. Jennifer Davidson (we aren't related but practically sisters) and Alejandro Colemenero who came all the way from Mexico to be with us to celebrate and help make the day come off without a hitch!

**Also another big shout out to the wedding party who was willing to start setup so early!

Tuesday, June 20, 2017

Lauren & Jarus

Lauren and Jarus were married on his family farm and can we say “AMAZING!” The scenery was spectacular; a 360-degree view of the beautiful mountains of Virginia!

We literally watched it raining along the mountain ridge behind the house but we managed to dodge the storms and have the outdoor ceremony that Lauren wanted. Such a sweet ceremony surrounded by family and friends in the backyard of the house!

Lauren’s vision was evident in all the special touches she and Jarus provided for their special day. Jarus designed and made the guest table centerpieces from wood on the property. Lauren made personalized mason jars for all the guests that served as their table assignments as well as their drinking glasses for the evening. There was a dessert bar with various yummy selections and food in abundance for the guests to enjoy!

A superb band provided music for the reception and they kept the guests on the dance floor the entire evening! The evening ended with a sparkler exit and saw the bride and groom off to the after-party elsewhere on the property and then their first night as husband and wife in their very own “treehouse” made completely with wood from the property! Truly special touches from start to finish for Jarus and Lauren’s very special wedding day!

Our amazing team of vendors:
Events by Sherri – planning, coordination, small décor rentals, linens
Thundercroft Farm – Ceremony and reception venue
Members of the Richmond Symphony – Ceremony music
Katherine Chantal – Officiant
Kemper Mills Fant – Photographer
Pumpernickel Pickle Catering

Back Porch Orchestra – Reception Music
Tents R Us – Tent, tent lighting, tables, chairs
Our Daily Bread – Desserts
Tidy Services – Portable Restroom Trailer
Justine Malo/Innovations Salon and Day Spa – Hair and makeup
Sunshine Tours – motorcoach

Tuesday, March 14, 2017

Yamini and Robert

A cold but clear and sunny weekend dawned for Yamini and Robert! From the moment we met with them, their commitment to each other and their respective families was evident.

Yamini and her mother were very patient in walking us through the different traditions they wanted to incorporate into the weekend to honor her Hindu heritage. And equally, we incorporated Western culture throughout for a perfect blending of the cultures of both families.

From the Mehendi henna Ceremony on Friday to the blessings received by Yamini at the Haldi Ceremony Saturday morning, the families and friends of Yamini and Robert came together to bless this couple in many different ways!

We had a bit of an “uh oh” on Friday morning found over via text from their minister that her flight leaving NYC had been cancelled due to weather conditions there and that she and her husband were hopping in their car and driving all day to try to arrive in time for the rehearsal. It’s 8 – 9 hours driving straight through! So within about 10 minutes, we had Plan B all worked out and had communicated it to everyone so all were on the same page. And as it turned out, Rev. Laurie Sue and Victor’s commitment to their couples was evident as they drove straight through, in almost blinding snowstorms for about 125 miles on the NJ/PA turnpike (and if you have EVER traveled either of those roads, you KNOW what they went through even without the snow) and made it to the rehearsal arriving only 10 minutes after we had started running through the logistics.

The ceremony was a wonderful blend of Hindu and Western cultures with traditional vows mixed with the Seven Hindu Vows and the Lighting of the Sacred Fire.

The reception was a party from start to finish with guests on the dance floor the entire evening. Amazing food, cake and cupcakes for guests to enjoy, great dance tunes and lots of atmosphere, along with a couple that were so much in love with each other that they just glowed made for a great weekend from start to finish. Yamini told us that it was “the best day of her life” which is exactly what we do our best to accomplish for our couples and their families.