Wedding #4: Katy & Shad

What a great summer we have had this year, in so many ways. As mentioned previously, we have been very fortunate to celebrate four different love stories already (with one more to go still). One thing I love about all the weddings is how each bride and groom make the day unique for them, as it should be! We've seen theatrical and dancing performances. We've signed guestbooks that came in the form of coloring projects, giant jenga games and photo albums. We've enjoyed Pad Thai, BBQ and steak for dinner and plenty of yummy cakes in all shapes and sizes.

This fourth wedding was the union of my friend Katy, whom I first met in seventh grade. Katy has always been detail-oriented and I've never been disappointed in her party planning. We've met her now husband Shad a few times in the four years or so that they've been dating and could see how perfectly matched they are.

Given the small winery/chateau venue, we had to leave Nate in the care of my dad for the evening, which made for a much more relaxed evening for ourselves. Maybe we'll leave the kids home for any upcoming weddings! ;)

So in love...

My handsome guy and me!

Fellow guest and friend from childhood, Tracy

Tahoma Alumni and long time friends: Tracy, Jenn, Katy and me

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