I'm a MRS!!!!!!!....pics/mini-review!!!!! Updated with More pics!

Good morning ladies!!! Sorry I didn't come on sooner, but my computer had to get fixed, and I wanted to wait to get more pictures! Thanks so much to Hollie, Adina, and Cassie-June for sharing their pics!!! I really appreciate it.

Thanks to Holllie, Adina, Cassie-June, Jessica, and Qiana for being there to share in such a special day!

Well, we're not leaving on our HM until November, so you're stuck with me ladies! We went to AC for a few days to "game" and now it's back to the nitty-gritty.

What can I say about Sunday April 30??? Weather - perfect, bridal party - hotties, vendors - exceptionally EXCEEDED my expectations, Fox Hollow - perfection!

My vendors:
Dress (custom made) - perfect except my bustle was literally falling apart b/c people kept stepping on my train - bridal attendant was there the entire time fixing it for me.

Hair & Makeup (Mia from BL) - amazing. She did my hair & mu, mom's mu, 2 bm's hair & mu, and another bm's hair. She was there on time, got right to work, and was AMAZING.

Limo's (Romantique) - once again, perfect. Our driver was right on time, enthusiastic, lined up everyone in the church, was on top of everything, loved him!

DJ (Vinny from High Voltage Sounds) - perfect! Had folks up on the dance floor the ENTIRE night, enthusiastic, always a step ahead, and just AMAZING!!!

Cigar Roller (La Rosa Cubana) - on time, a HUGE hit, and highly recm'd.

Florist (National Floral) - Ana outdone herself. She's amazing and definitely my favorite vendor. The bok's were beautiful, exactly what I wanted, and still going strong today! The CP's were gorgeous, and every single person complimented on them. The pew bows at the church were more than I imagined, and were a perfect touch. We were bathed in rose petals everywhere, and really made everything tie together perfectly! PERFECT! One note, I totally forgot that I purchased 12 CP's but had 13 tables...here comes Ana to the rescue....as a special surprise to Ricky and I she made an amazing arrangement for the dias, but since I was short one CP - we put it on the extra table and no one knew the difference!

Photography (Marianela Vera) - She's amazing, bought Justin as her assistant, and they were there catching everything the entire time. I'm soooo excited about our proofs (one week) b/c I saw them snapping away at some things I would never have thought about. Our bridal party and family loved them b/c they weren't obnoxious and in your face at all times. They were subtle, talented, friendly, and simply amazing (again!)

Fox Hollow - words cannot express how perfect they were. I had an amazing MD (Angel) who actually did my uncle's wedding 9 years ago at Chateau Briand (small world eh?) and just as amazing Bridal Attendant (Jackie)....the food was perfect, the room was perfect, every single person that attended cannot STOP raving about the food and service. I have cake to last us for a month or so, or even feed a small country right now.

Inn at Fox Hollow - amazing! I even got to see my hall/date twin Chas and share some love! The staff was great, friendly, rooms were clean, top-notch, and the breakfast in the morning was just what we needed.

Smaller notes - those "lil details" - yes, people notice them...slipper basket was a HUGEEEEE hit - went like hot cakes, photo cube - best idea b/c I didn't have to worry about where the cards were all night b/c they were right next to us and our parents...they always tell you the day flies by - I believed it, but not to this magnitude...everyone kept saying "Oh my gosh, it's XYZ already???"

Here are some non-pro pictures that I've collected from our guests, in addition to the 150+ that Hollie took! Enjoy!

Non-Pro Pics

Hollie's 150+ pics

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sounds great, congrats Chris!

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FINALLY!!!!! I've been waiting forever. But from what I've seen already you made a beautiful bride. Congrat's to the new Mr & Mrs.

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Christine!! CONGRATULATIONS!!! You looked beautiful and you all looked like you had such a wonderful time!!!

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Welcome back Christine!!!! I can't wait to see your proofs!

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you were such a beautiful bride...congrats to you and your new hubby

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looks like a fabulous time! so sorry I missed the beautiful ceremony. Congrats honey - I am soooooo happy for you! How does it feel to be a married woman????

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As soon as I stepped outside on Sunday, I immediately thought of you and what perfect weather you had for your day.

Everything looked amazing. Your pics, everyone looks like they are having the time of their lives - especially you and Ricky. You were beaming, and a beautiful bride. I am really happy for ya girlie.

I gotta say though, I was a bit excited when I saw that brooch in your hair! It looked so nice! Is that corny?

Welcome back newlywed. Now the REAL adventure begins.

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Christine!!!!! Welcome back! Looks like you had amazing vendors and PERFECT weather!!! You were beautiful... can't wait for your pro pics!

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Yaaay!!! Congrats!!! Gorgeous!!!!

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congrats looks like you had a fantastic day chris!!!!!!!
your a mrs now!

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congratulations!!!

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Chris- the pics are awesome! It looks like you guys had such a blast and really enjoyed your day to the fullest!!!!!! Thats exactly what I am looking forward to! You looked like such a relaxed bride! Glad the DJ got an A

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congrats!

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Well back sweetie!!! You were an absolutely gorgeous bride. Peter and I were so honored to share your special day with you.

BTW: Did you get my text message that morning?

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Fantastic pics - You truly had a gorgeous day.
Congrats on a beautiful wedding!

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Congratulations, everything was beautiful!!!

ETA- spelling

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I am glad you had a great time. COngrats !!!

I am so sad my wedding is over....I want to do it all again but this time in SLOW motion. It is really true about the day flying by. It went so fast.

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CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! very nice pictures

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THANK YOU FOR THE REVIEW! I AM SO GALD EVERYTHING WORKED OUT WELL FOR YOU! YOUR NON-PROF PICS ARE BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!
I CANT WAIT TO SEE YOR PROOFS! I HEARD SUCH GREAT THINGS ABOUT YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER!!

LOOKS LIKE A FLAWLESS AND PERFECT DAY!!!
CONGRATS TO YOU AND RICKY!!

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I have been waiting forever for this too. SO happy you had the time of your life. I wish you and your husband a world full of happiness.

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Welcome back-we missed you!! Everything looked so PERFECT!! Congrats & many years of happiness to you & Ricky!!

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welcome back sweetie! we missed you!

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Congrats! You were a beautiful bride and everything looked perfect!

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Hi sweetie! Welcome back! I am so honored that John and I were able to celebrate your special day with you. The love that you & Ricky have is apparent to all. You were stunning! I am so glad that Ricky was able to relax and enjoy himself. He kept telling John, "You're right. It's not so hard!"

Glad you liked my pics... just think of me as your second photographer.

Welcome to the Mrs. Club!!!

PS- like the pics of us doing shots?