Happy Anniversary April and Jon!

This past weekend, my dear past clients April and Jon celebrated their one year anniversary.  I cannot believe it has already been that long!  Working with April was so special to me, as she is my oldest friend in the world.  We met at the age of eight, in second grade.  We were inseparable as kids and all through high school and college.  As we grew up and moved to different places, we have remained in touch and I cherish her, and our friendship.  At the time they were engaged, they lived in Cherryville and found West Point Farms in Rutherfordton for their wedding.  This place could not have been more perfect, it was as if it was created just for them. The journey to the farm begins with a long winding driveway to the top of a hill where three small open air cabins sit.  There is also large log cabin, pavilion and chapel.  The views of the mountains are breathtaking!

The ceremony took place mid afternoon with Jon's uncle officiating while surrounded by family, friends and the undisturbed beauty of nature.  Once the I Do's were said and a kiss was shared, April and Jon were joined by their guests in the pavilion.  The pavilion was adorned with rustic yet romantic lighting, the tables with local flowers including one of April's favorites, Queen Anne's Lace.  What a perfect flower for their mountain setting!  The decorations really reflected the personalities of April and Jon very well: no frills needed, this couple shares a true love.  Sometimes while planning a wedding the details of the day become the central focus but April and Jon didn't have that issue come up.  They kept the focus of their day on what mattered, they were committing their lives to each other.

The reception was great fun!  BBQ was catered in, and they even fried hush puppies on site!  Can't get any  fresher than that.  I was pleased to be a part of this special day.  See below for some of my favorite pictures from the day.

Can't be a mountain wedding without a picture with a Wagon!

Pictures of past generations of marriages in their families

Delicious cupcakes, and a small cake for April and Jon

April and Alisa

Family heirloom jewelry wore by April

A special thanks to Terri Hood Photography for capturing the events of the day.  Happy one year anniversary April and Jon!  I hope the first year was a great one!

With Love,

Alisa