2011
If the mountains could talk, what would they say? I bet they would say that September 3, 2011 is a perfect day for Lauren & Clayton to say their vows to one another! And perfect it was. It was a tad bit on the warm side, but not to worry because there were paper fans in a basket for guests to take and cool off with. In addition to the fans, there was a basket of flip flops so that guests could walk around on the grass and save their heels. Great idea! There was something really special about them having the ceremony at Clayton’s family mountain home. I wrote a bit about it in the blog post for their engagement session. The hardwood floors, creaking doors & original lead glass, gives the home such beautiful character…and the walls have collected years of memories. From what I understand, not much of the home has been changed so it has most of it’s original beauty. But what is most special is that now Lauren & Clayton will be able to create some of their own family memories.
The reception was in Greenville at the Green Valley Country Club. Once again, there was a lot of thought that went into the details. One fun idea was the cornhole boards that were hand painted with Lauren & Clayton’s name & wedding date. When it came time for the homemade ice cream, I just had to stand and watch the process. The cooks used liquid nitrogen which made for a lot of really cool fog! I was told that it is the same process used for making Dipping Dots. It was a big hit.
Congratulations Lauren & Clayton!! I had such an amazing time with you both and I wish you all the very best. Thank you to Katie Turner for all your hard & creative work. Please enjoy a handful of images and the slideshow posted below. The gallery of all images is currently loading and will be available tomorrow.
Thanks for stopping by!
~lisa
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2011
This Wedding Wednesday post is actually not related to weddings. It’s about cancer. Why am I replacing a WW post with one about this horrible disease? It’s simple. Too many people I know and love are affected by it and it seems like I keep hearing the “C” word a little too much lately. A fellow photographer Jen Burgess Thompson was just diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer and has two beautiful young boys. The day before she went into surgery, she created this video with the help of other talented photographers and videographers.
On October 9th, I will be leaving from Greenville, SC and heading to Austin, TX with a group of dedicated cyclists and support. I have been training hard with this amazing group of cyclists & friends, however I will be participating as the photographer and doing the Livestrong ride when we get to Austin.
Please join me and the Palmetto Peloton Project (P3) to raise awareness for cancer by supporting an incredible cause. The Palmetto Peloton Project promotes the advancement of cancer research and advocacy efforts locally, regionally and nationally through fund-raising fitness events. From October 9th to the 17th, I will be participating in a cross-country cycling ride from Greenville, SC to Austin, TX. With the help of your donation, P3 will be able to continue supporting organizations such as the Lance Armstrong Foundation and the needs of Greenville Hospital Cancer Center.
Please support my efforts with a tax-deductible donation by visiting this LINK. All support, financial, emotional, or otherwise, is much appreciated. I will be documenting our tour on my blog, so be sure to check in often 🙂 Please keep Jen and anyone else you know dealing with cancer in your thoughts. Here is this incredibly moving video.
We Won’t Be Defeated from Benjamin Edwards on Vimeo.
Thank you for stopping by!
~lisa
Jim
really moving…