June 15, 2024
Photos by Katherine Horton Photography
HOW DID YOU TWO MEET?
We met in high school through a mutual friend. Connor went to Spain Park High School, and I went to Chelsea High School. Our friend introduced us because we both needed homecoming dates. Even though Connor and I ended up not being able to go to homecoming together that year, we went on a first date and found out we really liked each other and became a couple shortly after!
THE PROPOSAL
Connor proposed at Lake Nicol in Tuscaloosa. He told me his mom booked a photographer for us to take senior pictures since he was graduating in May and I in December. The day Connor picked me up, he had his cap, gown and tassel in the backseat to really fool me. When we got there, he had a picnic set up on the lake and a photographer waiting to capture the special moment.
PREPARING FOR MARRIAGE
We did premarital counseling with my friend’s dad who is a pastor. On our wedding website, we also asked guests to give us their best piece of marriage advice when they RSVP’d. We really loved doing premarital counseling and receiving advice from our guests.
WEDDING MOMENTS
One of our favorite moments was getting to have a private dinner with just the two of us. We got to take a deep breath and talk about all of our excitement before finishing out the night by celebrating with our friends and family.
Ceremony & Reception Venue: Mathews Manor Wedding Planner/Day of Coordinator: Mathews Manor Florist: Mathews Manor Caterer: Mathews Manor Wedding Cake: Mathews Manor Wedding Dress: Bella Couture Bridal Hair/Makeup: Jorja Oliver Bridesmaid Dresses: JJ’s House Groom’s Attire: Men’s Wearhouse Wedding Stationery/Invitations: Zola DJ/Wedding Band: Jeff Rose with Party Starter Entertainment Wedding Transportation: Coats Classic Cars Wedding Night Accommodations: The Renaissance Concourse Atlanta Airport Hotel
