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| A cozy late fall set up at Starved Rock Lodge |
The bridal couple lives in Ohio, and much of their family is in Minnesota, so they set out to choose a location halfway in between where they could meet, hang out, and celebrate their wedding. I have been inside at the lodge for a reception before, but never a ceremony. I thought it looked really beautiful. Since the wedding guests were staying at the lodge, however, they were already on site when I arrived, and I wasn't able to get very many pictures. Above, you can see the general set up, and if you check out the picture below, you can see how the fireplace looks when all of the candles are lit. It was really warm and appealing. The curtains above actually have white lights hung from them, so there is yet another light feature that I couldn't even get in the photo!
Since the couple had a large extended family, they put together a processional that really showcased everyone! I played "Moon River" for the couple's parents, "God Bless the Broken Road" for the bridesmaids, and then a traditional Irish slip jig, "Flying to the Fleadh" for two adorable little girls who danced down the aisle! Next came the ring bearer to the tune, "Simple Gifts", and then it was the bride's turn, and she entered to "Here Comes the Sun" by the Beatles.
For the candle lighting ceremony, the couple chose "The Prayer" and had two of their nieces sing while I accompanied them. We had a little rehearsal beforehand and, thanks to great preparation by the girls, everything went really well!
I played "Hornpipe" from Handel's "Water Music" for the recessional, and then a few minutes more postlude while the bride and groom dismissed the guests row by row. It was a lovely Midwestern destination wedding!!
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| The fireplace is even more gorgeous with all of the candles lit! |
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