Within just a few short months they planned a wedding in Pittsburgh while living outside of DC, during a pandemic. Talk about determination! Though their original large scale wedding shifted to an intimate micro-wedding, they were still able to pull off an incredibly beautiful day! They shared private vowels during their first look, spent their ceremony with friends and family as their friend officiated and drank good beer paired with German food during their reception dinner at Hofbräuhaus. It was a day filled with small shared moments and lots of laughter, a day that embraced the two of them with love!
Read MoreWith just a few immediate family members and close friends they kept the ceremony and dinner portion of their day intimate. Inviting others to celebrate with them later on in the evening with hors d'oeuvres, dancing and a patio fire. Their handwritten vows and meaningful speeches from their friends contained so many touching words. The love shared throughout the day was real friends.
Read MoreOn June 6th, they returned to their roots by inviting close friends and family to their intimate ceremony in the woods of Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve. Officiated by her sister, the words spoken were heartfelt and so sweet. We spent the remaining time strolling the grounds and soaking up the golden hour light, before Amanda and Michael headed back home for a backyard dinner and bonfire.
Read MoreAs they exited the church a surprise waited for them, tons of family and friends had filled the front lawn, waving streamers and holding signs. Shouting congratulations and well wishes, minutes after they said “I do”. It was an intensely beautiful show of love and support. The world definitely needs more of that kind of love. We spent the rest of the afternoon with them feeding goats and wandering around the grounds at Pine Hall. Victoria kept stating how relaxing and fun the day had been. And even mentioned at one point that this is what they should have done all along.
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