Nancy and Rory’s Wedding Day

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Chris and I attended my sister Nancy and Rory’s wedding at Hyatt Atlanta Perimeter at Villa Christina. We kick started our day with brunch with the family at Caffe Christina in the hotel. Chris and I received complimentary breakfast (priced at $18 per person) as a diamond amenity. Coffee, tea, and juices are typically included within the breakfast buffet price; this hotel charged an additional $5 for each tea. But we did receive free refills of hot water. The buffet had the usual spread of bagels, muffins, pastries, oatmeal, smoked salmon, bacon, potatoes, and assorted fruit, and offered the option for made to order omelets, pancakes, and waffles.

Harney and Sons Peaches and Ginger Tea
Omelet with Sausage, Feta Cheese, and Variety of Vegetables
Waffle with Powder Sugar (Added Berries from Buffet Spread)
Brother Tommy with Pile of Bacon and Stack of Pancakes

My mom, sisters, and I headed to the bridal suite after brunch, where we were greeted with bubbly and snacks. The bridal party had hair and make up done by Christine and Katia from Brushworx Hair & Make Up. The wedding gown had intricate lace detail and was so beautiful and elegant on Nancy. As matron of honor, I had the responsibility of serving the bride, including helping with the dress and shoes.

Veuve du Vernay Brut France Sparkling White Wine
Fruit and Cheese Platter
Bowl of Mixed Nuts
Crackers with Fruit Spreads

IMG_1281 IMG_1275Bride, Matron of Honor, and Mother of Bride Hair and Make Up

Matron of Honor with Flower Girls (Laura and Kristen)

IMG_1331 IMG_1336 Matron of Honor Assisting Bride with Dress and ShoesIMG_1324 IMG_1355Beautiful Wedding Gown on the Bride

The ceremony was held outdoors in the middle of August, and it was hot. Nonetheless, the procession with beautiful with music played by a live quartet. Sweet tea and light appetizers were served immediately following the ceremony while the photographer took pictures of the bride and groom. The guests were ushered indoors into the air conditioned dinner reception.  After the salad course, the bride and groom made their entrance as newlyweds into the ballroom and performed their first dance to At Last by Etta James. The main course was served before the toasts were made to the bride and groom by the best man, matron of honor, brother of the bride, sister of the groom, and bridesmaid. Wedding cake, of course, was the perfect sweet ending to dinner.

Dad and Bride IMG_1465Bride Escorted by Father | Wedding Party with Bride and Groom

IMG_1442 IMG_1452  Bride and Groom with Families

Charger Service Plate with Table Escort Card and Chopsticks Party Favor
Centerpiece Flower Arrangement Framed by Candles
First Dance as Newlyweds
Pan Seared Filet of Salmon with Honey Bourbon Blaze and Pineapple Salsa
Grilled Marinated Bistro Steak with a Rosemary Demi Glaze
Cutting of White Wedding Cake with Raspberry Filling

After the wedding reception, Nancy and Rory joined the family after party back at our hotel suite, where we toasted the newlyweds with a magnum size bottle of Schramsberg Brut Rose sparkling wine from Napa, California.
Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Rory and Nancy!

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