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The Gardens of Castle Rock Wedding:: Morgan and Adam

Their love story began in Minnesota in the summer of 2006 where Morgan and Adam met while relishing in their shared passion for music. The two connected over a magical weekend where the two discovered that they shared much more than music as a passion. The two had just graduated from high school and were young and looking for adventure.

Over the summer Morgan and Adam stayed in touch with one another and soon the seasons turned from fall to winter as their love continued to blossom. They shared countless hours of late night phone calls and long drives to enjoy weekend concerts together. After a year of dating long distance, they decided to embrace their journey together and ended up in the same city.

In 2017 and thirteen years of shared memories and numerous concerts, exploring the outdoors, travel together, a new home and a furry pup, Adam popped the question. While on a trip with good friends and in between seeing concerts, they stopped in Colorado. Overlooking the mountains, Adam asked Morgan to marry him.

Their beautiful wedding day incorporated all the things that Morgan and Adam love, especially music and friendship. Among the beautiful space at the Garden’s of Castle Rock in Northfield, the couple were wed under a beautiful trellis of grapevines and florals. Morgan wore a beautiful Martina Liana gown with a train to die for. She also wore pearls that were her grandmothers and her mother’s bracelet.

Adam’s mother was a genus with the florals, and made gorgeous bouquets for the women that looked beautiful against the neutral palette of dresses they all wore. Adam and his groomsmen wore grey suits that when put up against the green backdrop looked incredible.

I loved the first look that Morgan and her father had. So emotional and tender, his love for his daughter emanated, and all that watched had a hard time holding back tears. Friends and family came from miles to share in the joy of the day. A perfect blend of nature and elegance, the couple mingled as guests blayed bean bags, enjoyed cocktails and incredible food from Irons in the Fire and danced the night away under the tent.

What a joy it was to celebrate with you, Morgan and Adam! Congratulations and cheers to the amazing journey that you continue to walk along!

Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony and Reception:: The Garden’s of Castle Rock // Hair:: Bride’s brother Mitchell Ringdahl and Annie Frazier//  Make-up:: Mitchell Ringdahl // Florist:: Groom’s mother Sheri Fischer // Wedding Dress: Martina Liana of Raffine Bridal // Bridesmaids Dresses:: Variety of stores //Rings:: Etsy and Shane Co. // Men’s Ware:: Men’s Warehouse // Catering:: Irons in the Fire// Baker:: Taylor Kollitz// Band:: Mikel Wright and the Wrongs // Necklace:: Bride’s Grandmother’s pearls// Bracelet:: Bride’s mother’s// Shoes:: Badgley Mischka // Second Shooter:: Lily Watkins // Planner:: Andrea Graham // Stationary:: Vista Print // Ceremony music:: Jake & Joel//

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    Dellwood Barn Wedding:: Megan and Josh

    Megan and Josh met through mutual friends on Facebook. Their love of the outdoors and adventure drew them together, but their love for Christ has kept them together.

    After dating for a while, Josh knew he wanted to marry Megan. When Megan was at work one day, he headed to her house and set up rose petals all over the floor along with candles in the shape of a heart. When she got home from work, he told her to get ready to go out to eat. Before the couple left for dinner, Josh led her along the path of rose petals and proposed to her! The couple then celebrated together at dinner.

    Dellwoods Barn could not have been a more perfect place for this outdoorsy couple. Set back in the hills of Dellwood, this incredible property has everything from a beautiful bridal suite to the perfect place for an outdoor ceremony on a hill overlooking the field and sky.

    The weather could not have been more perfect for the day. A beautiful 75 degree day with white puffy clouds made for some incredible backdrops. We even got to take a peek at some fields where golden hour proved itself to be amazing.

    Megan looked stunning in her Matthew Christopher dress and the florals that her aunt created (you guys, this woman’s artwork was amazing, and she doesn’t even do weddings on a regular basis!!) were spectacular against the neutral colored bridesmaid dresses that Megan’s sisters wore.

    I loved how Josh’s brother decided to surprise him for the first look by dressing up in an old wedding gown and veil. The reaction on Josh’s face was priceless.

    Megan and Josh, you are incredible people. Thank you for your kindness and making my job incredibly easy! So many blessings to you both as you enter marriage!

    Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony and Reception:: Dellwood Barn Weddings // Hair:: Naavah Johnson // Florist:: Bride’s aunt Dorothy // Wedding Dress: Matthew Christopher purchased from Posh Bridal // Bridesmaids Dresses:: David’s Bridal and Azazie //Rings:: Wedding Day Diamond and Kay Jewelers// Men’s Ware:: Tommy Hilfiger from Macy’s// Catering:: Famous Daves // Baker:: Thirsty Whale // DJ:: Midwest Sound //

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      Brackett’s Crossing Country Club Wedding:: Michelle and Chris

      They both worked at Fairview Ridges Hospital and got to know each other quickly while working closely together. Chris and Michelle both knew through conversations together in and outside of work that their friendship was turning more into a relationship.

      Labor Day of 2018, Michelle had worked a long weekend so Chris offered to make her dinner on Sunday night. He grilled steak and they ate a great dinner together. Knowing how much Michelle loves desserts, Chris bought her a box of chocolates for after dinner. He set them on the table and placed her ring in one of the chocolate spaces. At first Michelle didn’t even noticed and poked fun at Chris for eating one, but upon closer look, she noticed there was a ring in the place of the chocolate. Chris then got down on one knee and asked Michelle to be his wife!

      Upon saying yes, a limo was waiting outside for the both of them and they were able to announce in person their engagement to their families over drinks and champagne!

      A perfect breeze with a beautiful sunny day was a perfect set up for their outdoor ceremony at Brackett’s Crossing. Friends and family came from near and far to celebrate with this beautiful couple. Emotions ran high throughout their first looks through speeches and I love how fun their wedding party was! They all took the champagne popping to the next level!

      Chris and Michelle, thank you so much for including me in your day. You both feel like long time friends and I can see how much you love one another and those around you. Many rich blessing to you both!

      Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony and Reception:: Brackett’s Crossing Country Club // Hair:: Kayla Huppert //  Make-up:: Andrea Reis // Florist:: Caty Smits of Bachman’s // Wedding Dress: Essence of Australia of Raffine Bridal // Bridesmaids Dresses:: Dessy from Bridal Accents Couture //Rings:: James Allen and Shane Co. // Men’s Ware:: Vitarelli from Knights Chamber // Catering:: Bracketts Crossing Country Club // Baker:: Edlweiss Bakery // DJ:: Charlie of Instant Request // Earrings:: Macy’s // Shoes:: Nina // Second Shooter:: Kim Williams // Linens:: Linen Effects //

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        7 Vines Wedding:: Matt and Mady

        They had decided to go out for drinks with mutual friends and neither one knew they other. Matt and Mady instantly connected over similar interests. From that day forward they were together. Only a few years later Matt took Mady out to the St. Paul Grill for dinner and it was there he asked her to be his wife.

        The entire day rain was predicted, but just as Matt and Mady did their first look, which included Mady giving Matt a scrapbook of all the activities they had done together since they had met, the rain stopped and the sun started to come out. Mady and Matt chose to do their ceremony at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Stillwater where Mady grew up and now where both of them live. Their ceremony was beautiful and full of emotion. My favorite part was when Matt saw Mady for the first time.

        Mady looked stunning in her white dress from Diamond Bride that she had custom-made to fit her and her bridesmaids wore the most perfect two piece dresses, the top of cream satin and the skirts of rose tooling and were so much fun to be with. They were perfectly accented with green flower crowns.

        Just Cuz salon gave Mady the perfect updo and most flawless make-up while her stunning gold diamond ring from Shane Co was the perfect amount of bling for the day.

        From there we headed to downtown Stillwater for photos of the wedding party and Matt and Mady. We even got some shots with the new Stillwater bridge in the background.

        Seven Vines proved to be just as lovely as ever. Rose Floral created the most amazing blooms for the day and proved to create a beautiful feel for the reception area. We headed out to vineyard at golden hour and where we got some of my very favorite photos of the day.

        Matt and Mady, congratulations on your beautiful day. I wish you both ( and Peppo too) years of happiness and joy. Thank you for making me feel like a long time friend.

        Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony:: St. Michael’s Catholic Church// Reception:: Seven Vines Vineyard // Hair:: Just Cuz //  Make-up:: Just Cuz // Florist:: Rose Floral // Wedding Dress:: Diamond Bride // Bridesmaids Dresses:: Etsy //Rings:: Shane Co.// Stationary:: Minted // Men’s Ware:: Men’s Warehouse // Catering:: Dontelli’s // Baker:: Buttercream Bakery // DJ:: Conner from Adagio

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