Beautiful, Perfect, Love
Three words to describe the wedding of one of my dearest friends, Maria to her best friend Mark!
The entire wedding weekend was great! The location was beautiful, the weather was perfect and the couple was beaming with love.
As an Italian tradition, Maria had always dreamed of getting married on Sunday. So, that is exactly what she did! Although the actual wedding wasn't until Sunday, we had Friday and Saturday to prep and celebrate!
A few of us ventured out to Norskedalen (about 25 minutes from La Crosse - the wedding/reception location) Friday afternoon to take a look at where the celebration would take place.
Maria and her dad practicing the walk down
the long hill
The "Gang"
I have to say, after seeing where the wedding and reception were going to take place, I just knew this was going to be the most perfect wedding for Maria!
BEAUTIFUL SETTING!
Saturday began all the celebrations!
We started the day off with a delicious bridal brunch at Maggie's in Onalaska.
Everything was AMAZING! Maria was surrounded by all the women she holds dear to her heart and we had the best time!
(not to mention the food was delicious, the drinks were refreshing and the laughs were never ending!)
Megan, Trina and Jenna
The beautiful bride with all her bridesmaids!
Lauren, Maria and Jenna
Blushing Bride + 2 Magnificent Maids!
After brunch, it was time to get pampered!
Off to Sitara for mani's and pedi's!
(oh and lets not forget mimosas and wine - they were a very important part of the day!)
Shannon, Me and Lauren enjoying our
delicious cocktail!
The stunning bride relaxing!
Enjoying the moment :-)
And before we knew it, it was time for rehearsal!
We rehearsed down at Riverside park (there was a Saturday wedding at Norskedalen)
and enjoyed an outstanding dinner at Crunch!
The entire evening was picture perfect!
Luke and I snapping a quick pic in Riverside Park
Quick pic with the Bride to Be
Lauren and her wonderful boy-toy Brian
Nate and Luke enjoying the evening
A-D-O-R-A-B-L-E
Ellie opening her gift from Maria and Mark
(she was the flower girl)
Oh yes, those are sparkly TOMS!
"I love shoes"
That's what Ellie said when she opened the box!
Like I said, the entire day was perfect! It was hard to believe we still had a wedding to celebrate after such an amazing day!
But, there was still the "Main Event" to come!
Early Sunday morning and we were all ready to stand by our dear, dear friend while she married the man of her dreams!
Although it was wedding day, of course us ladies had lots of prepping to do!!!
A wedding day wouldn't be complete without hair and make up :-)
Maria opening her wedding present from Mark
The Bride with her maids all dolled up!
Here we go!
Limo ride to Norskedalen!
We have arrived!
Just before the dress went on
Shannon being silly!
It was water works watching Maria get into her
(seriously) perfect fitting dress!
She looked absolutely stunning!
One last picture before the
I-DO
Here she comes!
Not a dry eye anywhere to be found
It may have been hot, but no one would have noticed... All eyes were on Mark and Maria! The ceremony, performed by Mark's uncle, was more than breathtaking! All the stories, readings and moments made Mark and Maria shine! Their love for each other was not hard to describe because they wear their love for each other on their sleeves.
Let the party begin!
All the planning, hard work, and stress paid off!!
The reception location
Yard Game area
One heck-of-a-party was had by all!
The Hansens and Schweins
Love!
Ma and Pa Marson
Friends forever!
"Oh Ricky your so fine, your so fine you blow my
mind, hey Ricky!"
No words... Just FUN!
Such a beautiful bride
Great times, great moves, lots of sweat!
One last "spin" before the night ended
Honestly, I know I have said it a thousand times, but the entire wedding celebration was OUTSTANDING and BREATHTAKING!
Maria and Mark, you two have a love for one another that will last a life time. I can't thank you enough for allowing me to be apart of your special day. I was honored to stand next to you two as you pledged your love for one another. I wish you both a life time of happiness!
PS - you host one hell of a party!
Thanks again for EVERYTHING!
the long hill
The "Gang"
I have to say, after seeing where the wedding and reception were going to take place, I just knew this was going to be the most perfect wedding for Maria!
BEAUTIFUL SETTING!
Saturday began all the celebrations!
We started the day off with a delicious bridal brunch at Maggie's in Onalaska.
Everything was AMAZING! Maria was surrounded by all the women she holds dear to her heart and we had the best time!
(not to mention the food was delicious, the drinks were refreshing and the laughs were never ending!)
Megan, Trina and Jenna
The beautiful bride with all her bridesmaids!
Lauren, Maria and Jenna
Blushing Bride + 2 Magnificent Maids!
After brunch, it was time to get pampered!
Off to Sitara for mani's and pedi's!
(oh and lets not forget mimosas and wine - they were a very important part of the day!)
Shannon, Me and Lauren enjoying our
delicious cocktail!
The stunning bride relaxing!
Enjoying the moment :-)
And before we knew it, it was time for rehearsal!
We rehearsed down at Riverside park (there was a Saturday wedding at Norskedalen)
and enjoyed an outstanding dinner at Crunch!
The entire evening was picture perfect!
Luke and I snapping a quick pic in Riverside Park
Quick pic with the Bride to Be
Lauren and her wonderful boy-toy Brian
Nate and Luke enjoying the evening
A-D-O-R-A-B-L-E
Ellie opening her gift from Maria and Mark
(she was the flower girl)
Oh yes, those are sparkly TOMS!
"I love shoes"
That's what Ellie said when she opened the box!
Like I said, the entire day was perfect! It was hard to believe we still had a wedding to celebrate after such an amazing day!
But, there was still the "Main Event" to come!
Early Sunday morning and we were all ready to stand by our dear, dear friend while she married the man of her dreams!
Although it was wedding day, of course us ladies had lots of prepping to do!!!
A wedding day wouldn't be complete without hair and make up :-)
Maria opening her wedding present from Mark
The Bride with her maids all dolled up!
Here we go!
Limo ride to Norskedalen!
We have arrived!
Just before the dress went on
Shannon being silly!
It was water works watching Maria get into her
(seriously) perfect fitting dress!
She looked absolutely stunning!
One last picture before the
I-DO
Here she comes!
Not a dry eye anywhere to be found
PERFECT!
Such a proud father
It may have been hot, but no one would have noticed... All eyes were on Mark and Maria! The ceremony, performed by Mark's uncle, was more than breathtaking! All the stories, readings and moments made Mark and Maria shine! Their love for each other was not hard to describe because they wear their love for each other on their sleeves.
Let the party begin!
All the planning, hard work, and stress paid off!!
The reception location
Yard Game area
One heck-of-a-party was had by all!
The Hansens and Schweins
Love!
Ma and Pa Marson
Friends forever!
"Oh Ricky your so fine, your so fine you blow my
mind, hey Ricky!"
No words... Just FUN!
With the handsome groom
Such a beautiful bride
Great times, great moves, lots of sweat!
One last "spin" before the night ended
Honestly, I know I have said it a thousand times, but the entire wedding celebration was OUTSTANDING and BREATHTAKING!
Maria and Mark, you two have a love for one another that will last a life time. I can't thank you enough for allowing me to be apart of your special day. I was honored to stand next to you two as you pledged your love for one another. I wish you both a life time of happiness!
PS - you host one hell of a party!
Thanks again for EVERYTHING!
Awww abby... best post EVER! xoxox we love you too and were happy to have you in the wedding standing by us!
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