Here is Howe it's going...: From Diapers to Bridal Gowns

This past Saturday I had the true privilege of standing up at the altar while one of my nearest, dearest and oldest friends said, "I do" to the man who makes her the happiest girl in the world. Amanda and I were destined to be friends since our moms announced they were pregnant at the same dinner. Over 25 years ago, 4 moms in the neighborhood gave birth to 5 kids (I'm a twin!) within 6 months of each other and from that point on we've been the best of friends. To say we grew up in a magical, special and close-knit neighborhood is nothing but the truth. We all had 2nd (and 3rd and 4th and 5th) moms all over the neighborhood. We were more than a neighborhood, we were family. To this day our parents are all close friends with one another and all the "kids" have stayed close friends into our own adulthood. (Weird... sometimes I still don't believe I'm an "adult.") Most of the bridal party were people from our neighborhood and many of the wedding guests were neighbors. Like I said, our neighborhood and childhood were pretty magical :)

This just shows you how special this girl is to me and to our whole neighborhood. But back to the wedding... Amanda and Ben met on e-Harmony (so yes, we all think they need to make an adorable commercial!) and after their first few dates it was a sure thing. They were head over heels in love and we all could tell. Amanda just glowed when she spoke about him. Her face lit up when he was around. He clearly adored her in every way possible. They just loved one another.... they had found their match. It was so beautiful and sweet to watch. They have had a long engagement so they were both very ready for this day to finally be here. If I didn't already love these two, I love them even more because they are fellow vino lovers. In their spare time, they drive out to different wineries around Virginia and enjoy tasting the finer things in life :) They chose a gorgeous winery to get married at and it set the stage for a beautiful weekend.

Amanda and Ben - You two are truly meant for each other. It was an honor to be a part of your bridal party and watch you say your vows and commit your love, lives and faithfulness to one another. I can't wait to see how your love story continues...

Here are just a few snapshots of the wonderful weekend!