Memorial Weekend Peninsula Wedding

For our May 26th event, Kristy and Joe planned a wedding that was rich in local history and landmarks. The ceremony was at St. Jospeph's Mapleton Catholic Church which is located on Old Mission Peninsula.

After the ceremony the wedding party traveled to the Old Mission Lighthouse photos. This landmark, with its unique beach setting, is one of our favorite sites to visit when we have a wedding on the peninsula.

The couple chose another historical landmark for their reception, Bowers Harbor Inn. Guests enjoyed a cocktail hour on the front patio area that incorporated wonderful views of the bay and the beautiful grounds .

The Bride and Groom received their guests in the backyard of the Inn under a large , beautifully decorated tent. Beneath the tent, guests were protected from the rain that finally came that evening. Everyone gathered around the couple for the cutting of their very impressive cake. Later our Groom and his groomsmen serenaded our lovely bride.
~~Cathy, BlogMaster

Rain on your wedding day = good luck!!

On Saturday May 19th it was a hot, humid day and we traveled to Frog Pond Village in Interlochen, MI. for Kristy and Todd's wedding. They say that it is good luck to have rain on your wedding day and we did have a few sprinkles, however the weather improved as the day went on. We were able to take advantage of the beautiful woodland setting for photos of the Groom and his groomsmen, as well as the Bride and her attendants before the ceremony.

All was well until the guests started to find their seats and sprinkles began to appear. Not to worry as Karen Snyder of Frog Pond Village was there in a minute with large white umbrellas. The Reverend Ken Grimes was not fazed by a little shower nor was our Bride and Groom. By the time the couple made their return trip down the aisle as husband and wife, the rain had stopped.

After the ceremony, the Bride and Groom along with their wedding party, took a horse drawn carriage from Abraham's Carriage Service down to Ellis Lake for more photographs. "Joy" looked very regal as she transported our couple.

After a toast by best man, the guests enjoyed a wonderful meal, the couple had their first dance and,of course, cut their wedding cake.
~~Cathy, Purcell Photography

Wednesday evening, small intimate wedding.

The Traverse City State Park Beach and Picnic area was the site of Christy and Heath's wedding. Although the late afternoon was drizzly, breezy and cold, our bride and groom did not seem to notice. They had other things on their mind. Love conquers all.

A touching ceremony on the lawn was performed by Traverse City officiant Jeanne Hanna. The couple had two of their best friends serve as their attendants and witnesses.

Christy and Heath came to Traverse City to get married with beach pictures in mind. After the ceremony we moved down to the waters edge, where the groom did not need any coaching to cuddle up to his lovely bride to keep her warm. It was our pleasure to be part of Christy and Heath's special day. Best wishes for a bright future.