“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass...It’s about learning to dance in the rain”

— Vivian Greene

Like so many weddings planned during Covid Matt and Erin’s big day was shrouded in uncertainty. They had hoped they pushed out far enough to have the big wedding downtown with all their friends, but Covid just had other plans. Just a couple weeks before the big day they made the tough decision to cancel the plans with their beautiful venue, Vidrio, and have a small ceremony at home. They still hope to throw a big party there in the future, the date is just a little uncertain.

That didn’t stop them from committing their lives to each other through thick and thin. No matter what they go through in the future they’ll know they’ve already come through this and be stronger for it.

With grandparents unable to attend, they found other ways to include them in the ceremony and Erin also had a handkerchief made out of her Maternal grandmother's bridal gown and wrapped it around her bouquet. The penny in her shoe is the same penny her mother and grandmother used before her. Lots of beautiful traditions made this day extra special.

Her brother John, wasn’t going to be able to make it to the wedding due to covid traveling issues and she was extremely sad because they’re quite close. However, at the final moment he was able to pull it together and surprise her the morning of the wedding. Everyone was a bundle of tears and filled with joy. We decided to include him on the first look with dad and that made it even more memorable.

As with all weddings that have had to move forward during Covid, they were unable to have the majority of friends and family in attendance. They set up a zoom call though and were able to include them via video, as well as several face time calls after ward.

The sparklers *may have all been duds but that didn’t stop them OR the rest of the family from partying! They ran through spirit fingers to everyone’s delight concluding the happiest of days.

I had so much fun with you guys! Thank you for including me on your special day!

The vendors who made the day possible:

Photographer: Cynthia Viola

Coordinator: Kyle Riggan

Dress: Mon Cheri Bridal from Channy Bride & Beyond

Suit: Jos A. Bank

Party attire: Azazie and Jos A. Bank

Rings: Raleigh Diamond

Hair and Make Up: The Makeup Addict

Officiant: Kayelily Middleton

Catering: Ashley Christensen Catering

Cake Baker: Once in a Blue Moon Bakery