Melissa and Bryan at Texas Old Town

Everything is bigger and better in our great state and this mega wedding was no different! 10 bridesmaids, 10 groomsmen, 4 ushers, 2 flower girls, 2 ring bearers, plus tons of family and friends. Bryan and Melissa both work for Elgin ISD. Bryan is a coach and Melissa is a teacher. I think the whole town showed up! We did have some typical July heat, but the Tejas Hall at Texas Old Town was nice and cool! The groomsmen were dressed in khaki pants, boots, white shirts and red ties (they were all thanking Melissa for not having to wear jackets!) and they girls were dressed in brown and carried vibrant flowers. The ceremony was beautiful and then a party broke out! Lots of boot scootin', chicken fried steak, heart warming toasts, yummy cake, a very large grand march and craziness in the live photo booth. Incredible wedding coordination by Carolyn with terrific staff support. The DJ kept the crowd on the dance floor. It was a wonderful evening. Enjoy viewing this totally "Texas" wedding while Bryan and Melissa spend their honeymoon on the beaches of St. Lucia. We are jealous!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Mallory and Derek

A bit traditional and a bit "out-of-the-box" is the best way to describe this wedding. Derek and Mallory were friends in high school and then both went their separate ways; Derek to West Point and Mallory to the University of Arkansas. They met again romance was in the air. They were married on a warm Sunday morning at Son's Chapel in Fayetteville, AR. This historic church was named after Michael and Nancy Son who donated the land for the church. The building process started in 1922 and was completed in 1940. Mallory had her sister and two close guy friends stand up for her. She nicknamed them her "bride dudes". Derek had two brothers and his best friend from West Point as his groomsmen. Following the ceremony there was reception line as guests exited the church. The couple decided against a traditional reception, opting for a small luncheon that was held at the Powerhouse Restaurant. Derek's stepmother made a very cute cake that was cut with Derek's saber followed by a couple of tear producing toasts...and then bubbles! Derek and Mallory are enjoying cooler weather at their new home at Ft. Lewis, Washington.