Advice To New Brides
Everyone told me how fast the day will go and, in a sense, they were right. For me however, it was because of something no one mentioned that the day seemed to fly by. No one mentioned how unbelievably distracted you'd feel. As a younger guest who just wanted to get out on that dance floor I never liked the idea of a receiving line because it seemed like a big waste of time on a day where there was already a shortage of it. Now I truly understand this tradition and wish I could go back. Yes, it takes a chunk of time away from the everyone on the dance floor portion of the evening, but it is the only way you are guaranteed to make individual contact with the vast majority of your guests. We chose not to do a receiving line and had individual guests coming up to us all night. We both desperately wanted to give the time conversation, and thanks they deserved but almost as quick as the conversation started it was over because someone else wanted to touch base. I was so grateful for everyone that grabbed me because I could at least look them in the eye and say thank you. After everyone was gone and it was just Blair and I, we had a pit of sadness in our stomachs because we didn't get those little moments with everyone. My advice is to do a receiving line. It takes place after the meaningful part of the ceremony so you get to stand together as husband and wife, but before the "fun" of the night starts so you won't feel distracted by your favorite song that just came on. I now know a receiving line is a truly great way to make one tiny moment of connection with each of your guests; a time to touch hearts with the people who took their time to come help celebrate and support your love.
Photographer: Kayla Berg Photography
Venue: Private island on Little Jay Gould Lake
Wedding Gown: Stella York, Raffin� Bridal & Formal Wear
Tuxedos: Mainstream Fashions For Men
Hair: Luxe Salon
Makeup: Elyse Michelle, Makeup Artist
Caterer: Northland Country Club
Cake: How Sweet It Is Cakes
D�cor: Jeremy Schrupp
Shoes: Payless (This is a tiny bit embarrassing!)
Wedding Rings: Security Jewelers
Bridesmaid Jewelry: Etsy
Floral: Saffron & Grey Couture Floral Design
Music: DJ Marc Fossaa
Videographer: Sandra Hillen
Tent and Rentals: Lefty's Tent Rental
D�cor: Paper Capers
Linens: Simply Linen
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