And the Two Shall Become One ....

Yesterday was the big day. My girl got married. It was such a magical day. Very simple. Absolutely perfect.

We had a little bridal lunch at a tea room before going to the church to get ready.

Kyndal did everyone's hair and they did each other's makeup.

Just before pictures we presented Kyndal with her "somethings". For 'Something Old' we tied her baby ring to her bouquet with a lace ribbon. For 'Something New' we counted her new earrings. For 'Something Borrowed' she was loaned an antique hankie owned by Collin's great-grandmother. And for 'Something Blue' we had all of the ladies in the wedding party write a little note to Kyndal on the bottom of her wedding boots with blue sharpie marker.

As Kyndal and Collin had plans right after the ceremony (Kansas City Royals vs. St. Louis Cardinals baseball game!), they opted for photos before.

And that's what I'll share with you now ... just the ones I managed to capture on my phone.

First look ...

A groom and his brothers.

Oh my heart ...

And again ...

And again ....

Waiting for his bride ...

And going to get her ...

With this ring ..

I thee wed ..

And the two shall become one.

You may kiss your bride.

What a perfect day, folks. What a perfect day.

And now we are doing last minute packing and prep to leave for our 7 day caribbean cruise tonight! The happy couple is renewing their vows on the beach in Cozumel, Mexico, on Tuesday. Now the real fun begins!!!

Congratuations, Collin and Kyndal Werths. I love you.

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