Eric & Bridget - Celebrating 25 years: Part 2.

The ceremony.

Chris and I were waiting outside for Bridget and the rest of the wedding party when they made their way around to the front of the church. Bridget's best friend, Debbie served as wedding coordinator and she did an awesome job of keeping things on schedule.  She may have missed her calling in life because I can really see her doing this! I love this shot Chris snapped of the two of them making their way to the front doors on the church. Bridget is absolutely beaming! Love this.

I ran into Bridget the other night, and we were talking of course about her day. She shared with me that Eric picked the song (You Are So Beautiful) for her to walk down the aisle to and kept it a secret until it was time  It was also Eric's idea for all three of their sons to escort Bridget down the aisle. So when it was time for Bridget to walk down the aisle, their sons took their places along the aisle and handed off their mom one to another until they were all three escorting her to their dad.  I love the expression on Bridget's face here as she and Kyle approach Lance.  As a mom myself, I really don't know how she was holding it together at this point. Such a special moment shared.

I thought I knew what to expect with the ceremony. I think I was as surprised as Eric and Bridget were when the minister began to tell a fairytale. Well, the fairytale of their life together that is. The addition of his beautiful story made this the most unique ceremony I have ever witnessed. He told the story of their 25 years together and the joy each child had brought to their lives with his/her own unique personality. I was so captivated by the story that I had to remind myself that I was there to do a job!

Here is a favorite shot from Chris' view in the balcony.

and another from my view.

Still husband and wife 25 years later. And she is so beautiful isn't she?

The very happy couple.

And one of my favorites to end on.

This truly is the sweetest family. Eric and Bridget have the sweetest children.  I can tell it is because they have been wonderful parents and are great examples for them. There is just so much love here.  Chris and I have talked and talked about what a wonderful family they are. We truly feel honored to have spent this special day with them.