Josh and Elyse started their morning watching sailboats out in the harbor while getting ready in their private suites with friends and family! We started out with bridesmaids photos on the lake, and the wind did start to pick up, so we ended up moving locations. Just before the ceremony started, when Elyse took her dad’s arm, the wind calmed down. Emotions were high as she began walking down the aisle, and Josh’s reaction almost had me crying! Elyse’s sister had the honor of delivering a beautiful ceremony; and after the two sealed their vows with a kiss, guests began walking over to the reception space for cocktail hour with a gorgeous view.
We snuck away for bride and groom portraits in the village, and after a little snack/drink break, the two were ready for their grand entrance. I loved that they went straight into special dances, followed by some hilarious/heartfelt speeches! After dinner, the two kicked off the rest of the evening by cutting their cake and getting some sunset photos in. The lighting was so perfect, that I definitely wanted to get bridals in as well as bridal party pictures. Normally grooms don’t care too much about pictures, but I though it was so cool, that Josh jumped up and said he wanted to get some beer pics with the guys - how fun!
The DJ opened the dance floor and everyone go out there! Towards the end of dancing, Elyse was surprised with an emotional recording from her grandparents who are such a big part of her life. Unfortunately, they couldn’t be there due to health restrictions. You can only imagine the love and sweet wishes that were said. They dedicated the song “Sweet Caroline” to her and asked everyone to shout “sweet Elyse” instead, as they all serenaded her! The couple ended their evening with a private last dance and tunnel exit! I’ll never forget how perfect this days was!
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