Chelseah's wedding was the centerpiece of a kingsized happiness quilt- stitched together over the weekend with the same threads- family, friendship, love, beauty, nostalgia, fun. Many hands and hearts at work. I was teary now and then, but the rest was spent laughing and reveling in the moments with family and friends. Big girls, little girls, their girls, our girls...and the most fabulous, wonderful guys. Plus some serious dressing up.
Over the heads of our toddlers playing in each other's kitchens, Jill, Nicki and I became steadfast friends. Nicki and I took lunch over to Jill's for the bridal party and managed a sneak peek into the before scene. Watching Jill and her daughters bring out Chelseah's dress and share a few of those memorable, tender hugs-- too much for us too.
The weather was sunny all day but fiercely windy. An hour before the wedding it settled down- as if Mother Nature said, Wait, I promised to have it be nice now....we're going to make it totally perfect.
sisters, maids of honor
Chelseah and Zack Free- Hurray, hurray!
off-duty flower girl
tidying bubbles and ribbons
cute peep-toe shoes (yay...but still ouch!)
Amy's ooh-and-ahh earrings
The sunset at the edge of the tent- just before my battery went out. Good thing, because it was time for dining, dancing and toasting...and that would be too much. Can't dance and snap pictures too.
Congratulations, Chelseah and Zack...and to Rod and Jill! Love.
Oh Charlotte! You are such a master storyteller...with not only your words, but your images! thank you for sharing this little glimpse...truly magical!
Posted by: Kimberly Kwan | October 02, 2007 at 11:31 PM
Looks like it was a bliss-filled occasion. Love your documentary of the day - very sweet. May I say Chelseah looks sooo much like her mom. I love that! Much happiness to all!
Posted by: linda | October 03, 2007 at 06:35 AM
beautiful...
Posted by: julie (jane's apron) | October 03, 2007 at 09:13 AM
What a georgeous couple. Everything looks perfect. The little white benches are adorable! I love that casual yet chic look. What a Fun event for all. Tracy
Posted by: Junk 2 Jewels | October 03, 2007 at 09:31 AM
so pretty! everyone look so fab! see ya soon at silver bella!
jessi nagy
Posted by: jessi nagy | October 03, 2007 at 10:00 AM
congrats! ...what a lovely wedding (I especially love the earrings!)
wishing them nothing but joy...
love.
Posted by: suzi finer | October 03, 2007 at 11:24 AM
Beautiful pictures, beautiful bride, beautiful flowers. Total perfection!
Posted by: Jen | October 03, 2007 at 12:56 PM
Loved seeing all these pictures! What a beautiful and magical day. All smiles. Bride and groom will forever cherish the memories. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: *Heidi* | October 03, 2007 at 01:18 PM
So lovely!
Posted by: Katie | October 03, 2007 at 01:26 PM
What a beautiful wedding. Love those fab earrings. And all the flowers were lovely.
Posted by: Felicia | October 04, 2007 at 04:20 PM
Charlotte what a beautiful wedding. The photos are beyond lovely... A beautiful day indeed.
Smiles...
Beverly
Posted by: tea time and roses | October 04, 2007 at 05:47 PM
These photos are just beautiful! What a special wedding day it looks to have been.
Posted by: amanda | October 05, 2007 at 03:28 PM
Charlotte,
Thank you so much for this beautiful wedding story (magazine worthy!) it is such a pleasure watching all our girls grow into women, and sharing this day with your friends and the beautiful Chelsea must be one of those to lock in your heart forever!
Lidy
Posted by: frenchgardenhouse | October 07, 2007 at 12:36 PM
Gorgeous day, gorgeous couple, flowers, weather, gorgeous everything!
I love a wedding, especially one just like this.
Hugs,
Sue
Posted by: Sue | October 08, 2007 at 12:45 AM
What a beautiful bride and a beautiful wedding! I absolutely love Bridgehampton.
Annie
Posted by: Fireflyhilldesigns | October 14, 2007 at 09:45 AM