Jenn and Andy's Wedding Ceremony

Jenn looked beautiful in her gown. I was taken away by her gorgeous dress--perfect for a gorgeous girl! Jenn had been debating on whether or not she should wear a veil. In the end she chose to wear a simple rhinestone band in her hair with a beautiful white feathered hair ornament. It was elegant and perfect for her!

Before the ceremony, the event personnell put down pink and white rose petals (as was part of a prize that Jenn and Andy won for attending Los Verdes' open house). Lauren, who was a flower girl, was shocked and asked me why the lady was doing her and Rebecca's job! I told her that the woman was only putting flowers on the edges of the walkway and that she and Rebecca were responsible for the red roses that go down the middle, which of course are the most important part! :)

The young boys (Jenn's nephews) came down the aisle without a hitch and then it was Sebastian's turn to pass out some roses to women in the audience. He did alright for the first three, but for the last one he had a hard time choosing between my friend, Chris, and Donna, who is Scotti's good friend. He finally chose Donna! It was so sweet!
Lauren and Rebecca did their jobs very diligently...looking down, concentrating on placing the flowers evenly. So adorable!

Jenn was walked down the aisle by her mom, Judy. Jenn was smiling from ear-to-ear as she approached Andy, the groom, although it isn't that evident from this picture!
The ceremony went really well. Pastor Chris Cannon is always wonderful because he communicates the seriousness of the vows, but adds in some jokes here and there. Andy said his vows and I started choking up, but when Jenn's voice began to crack, I knew I was a goner. Most of the guests teared up, because they all know how much Jenn and Andy love eachother.

Andy and Jenn did a sand ceremony where they poured two vases of sand into a heart-shaped vase and then they had communion together. Before Andy and Jenn were pronounced man and wife, Pastor Chris invited the guests to pour their individual vials of sand into the larger vase once the couple had been officially married. The pouring of sand by all the guests signified their promise to help support the marriage.
I thought this couple was cute:
Andy kissed the bride and they were pronounced Mr. and Mrs. Steip and everyone clapped enthusiastically! Once Andy and Jenn were off to take pictures everyone poured their vial of sand into a huge vase. Everyone seemed to enjoy being part of the ceremony, I know I did!