July 24, 2010

I have always said that I enjoyed my brother Chris' wedding almost as much as my own, so I was really looking forward to Ken and Christina's wedding. And I can say that I had a wonderful, emotional and fun time. All of the plans they had made seemed to just all fall into place to make their wedding "weekend" so special. Hey and I am only the sister/sis in law, so I know they must have made cherished memories last weekend.

I have already posted most of my pictures on Facebook, but wanted to post a few more random shots. Beware they are not in any order, but still some of my favorites. But with that being said, I still can't choose the absolute fav yet.



The Creative Arts Center in Pontiac where the ceremony was, had a small, old chapel feel to it with lots of great structure. Nicole was such a beauty that day, looking much older than her mama wants to admit.

Rehearsal night. Christina and dad Rich. He added a very touching statement during the actual ceremony. When Mike asked dad "who gives this bride away?", He replied, "A very proud mother and I".

My brothers plus a new sister.

Christina's family is Polish, and there is a polish tradition that the bride and groom walk to the reception. So, with everyone else gone over to the Crofoot, Ken and Christina decided to walk to the reception and the girls were allowed to tag along. So what did crazy Kelly do, drive along side in a Christina's car and take pictures out the window! Yes, I know very safe and smart and at one point I got yelled by my brother Ken. But all worth it for the shots!


This one was taken just before we lined up to go down the isle. I was getting emotional and she was getting upset with me for getting her emotional when she seemed fairly calm. Great memories! Very honored to be a part of that.


The girls walked down the isle with my nephews Jake and Drew. Nicole walked down with Christina's cousin Ethan. They were very cooperative and oh so cute!


I know I may be a little partial here, but isn't she just the picture of beauty? I loved how she picked such simple lines and classic beautiful pieces. Man, my brother is one lucky guy.



Getting our hair done on Saturday was fun. Doreen did a fabulous job on everyone. Morgan and Rae chose to have the heart design, while Nicole wanted something a little bit more grown-up and told Doreen to "surprise her"!


My mom wanted to "cater" the rehearsal dinner on her own, but knew she needed some help. And my wonderful friends were there to help out. Now this was a BIG job and took a lot of work. I am so thankful they were up for it. It really helped our family out BIG TIME. Don't they look soooo cute?


At the rehearsal dinner, Ken and Christina handed out gifts to the wedding party. But before the little ones were able to get their gifts, they made them turn around and not peek, then proceeded to spray them all with silly string. Very appropriate for this group.

My Uncle Steven, my mom's brother, and family having fun at the rehearsal dinner.


More rehearsal fun. The bridal party and musicians were up on the balcony looking down on the ceremony the whole time. The music at this wedding was phenomenal. Christina and Ken's friends are oh so talented. I loved listening to all of the well thought out selections.



Here's to a long, happy, joy filled marriage Ken and Christina. May your marriage be as wonderful as your wedding!