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Dr. Nan Garrett & William Edwards
9/17/2005
Dr. Nan Garrett remembers most of her wedding reception as a whirlwind, but there was a moment when time seemed to stand still. It was during her first dance with her groom.
Celebration - Texas Style
Dr. Nan Garrett remembers most of her wedding reception as a whirlwind, but ...
4/26/2008 9:17:00 AM
Teddy, an active duty officer in the U.S. Marine Corps was in Iraq during the nine months preceding the wedding. Due to Teddy’s changing military deployment schedule, the couple had to move their wedding date several times. “Father John Robbins, pastor of St. Anne’s, kept us calm and grounded and assured us everything would work out—and it did,” Emily says.
Emily Kathleen Lederer & Theodore Rowland Pataki
Teddy, an active duty officer in the U.S. Marine Corps was in Iraq during the ...
3/7/2009
“We are nontraditional people. We aren’t into the normal things in life. We don’t play by the same rules as everyone else. We wanted to do something that was different,” says Tonshea.
Tonshea Yvonne Carroll to Shang De Von Moore
“We are nontraditional people. We aren’t into the normal things in life. We ...
Mindy McGehee & Connor Riseden
5/20/2006
Not everyone can say they had reporters hovering overhead in helicopters while they got married. For Mindy McGehee and Connor Riseden, their presence was just one more memorable moment in an unforgettable day.
Love Conquers All
Not everyone can say they had reporters hovering overhead in helicopters while ...
Summer Hutchens & Will Colgin
Even an extraordinary wedding planner needs help for her own ceremony when faced with a unique challenge: planning two weddings that would take place in the span of one week.
Sometimes Two Weddings are Better Than One
Even an extraordinary wedding planner needs help for her own ceremony when ...
8/26/2006
When Reshma Kewalramani talks about the day she met  & Sanjan Varughese, she describes it as the answer to her prayers.
Reshma Kewalramani & Sanjan Varughese
When Reshma Kewalramani talks about the day she met & Sanjan Varughese, she ...
2/21/2009
On the couple’s wedding day, a bagpiper played on the front lawn of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church as 250 of the couple’s family and friends entered. Members of the St. Paul’s choir lent their voices to prelude music as parents and grandparents took their seats.
Stephanie Elizabeth Rennell to Dennis Michael Tippit
On the couple’s wedding day, a bagpiper played on the front lawn of St. Paul’s ...
12/29/2007
Not only did Karen Bowsky and William “Billy” Miller Jr. create the sights and sounds of Christmas when they married, they captured the emotions of the holiday. Their ceremony was a time of hope, joy and anticipation.
Karen Shaw Bowsky & William Andrew Miller Jr.
Not only did Karen Bowsky and William “Billy” Miller Jr. create the sights and ...
11/18/2006
When Jeanie Ng and Don Sweet Jr. became husband and wife, their wedding was a feast for the senses.
Jeanie Ng & Don Sweet Jr.
When Jeanie Ng and Don Sweet Jr. became husband and wife, their wedding was a ...
Amy Denise Hollon & Kevin Andrew Gordon
6/3/2006
It takes powerful emotions to unite a man and woman for life. So when it was time for Amy Hollon and Kevin Gordon to join in marriage, they wanted their ceremony to reflect the great depths of their love for one another.
The Melody of Love
It takes powerful emotions to unite a man and woman for life. So when it was ...
5/30/2008
There may have been some tears of joy at Stacey and Dan Konkel’s wedding, but there were even more moments filled with laughter. Stacey says she she’ll never forget any of them.
Stacey Kosar & Dan Konkel
There may have been some tears of joy at Stacey and Dan Konkel’s wedding, but ...
11/29/2008
“Luckily we had Debbie to point us in the right direction,” says Summer Leigh Elliott of Elias Events’ Debbie Elias. “Without her, I truly would have been lost.”
Summer Leigh Elliott to Joel Michael Monahan
“Luckily we had Debbie to point us in the right direction,” says Summer Leigh ...
The Unexpected Wedding Guest Named Rita
9/1/2007
Timothy and Rose Mary had been dating for awhile when he took her on a luxurious eight-day cruise. On the last night of the trip, during the pre-dinner show, the cruise director announced that Rose Mary had won the champagne raffle drawing. When she stepped onstage to collect her prize, the cruise director gave her a choice: Take the champagne, or take a risk and select what lay behind the curtain.
Rose Mary McDuff & Timothy Derryberry
Timothy and Rose Mary had been dating for awhile when he took her on a ...
Destined to be Together
Bringing the Big Easy to Houston
11/7/2008
Rachel Ann Hudson is no stranger to weddings. As catering sales manager for the Hilton Houston Post Oak, she has helped brides plan their perfect occasions for the past eight years.
Rachel Ann Hudson to E. Ford Reid
Rachel Ann Hudson is no stranger to weddings. As catering sales manager for the ...
3/22/2008
The couple planned their wedding in a short six weeks and chose their River Oaks home—built for entertaining, with glass doors opening out to a courtyard, a lush backyard and fountains—as the perfect spot to celebrate their reception after a garden ceremony at The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa.
Lauren Freeman & Dr. Forrest Roth
The couple planned their wedding in a short six weeks and chose their River ...
7/7/2007
If you’re planning a wedding for nearly 700 guests, you’d be wise to hire an experienced event planner. Nessa Bastankhah, a consultant for The Golden Samovar, is just such a planner, having assisted with more than 300 Houston weddings during her career.
Nessa Bastankhah & Jedediah Lomax
If you’re planning a wedding for nearly 700 guests, you’d be wise to hire an ...
6/21/2008
From the couple’s first view of each other on their wedding day until the end of the last dance, Neekie Tajvari and Amir Kashani’s wedding embodied everything magical and unique about a traditional Persian wedding.
Neekie Tajvari & Amir Kashani
From the couple’s first view of each other on their wedding day until the end ...
11/13/2008
Christine Boudloche had always dreamed of a December wedding so she could celebrate her nuptials during the festive holiday season. But securing a reception venue during the busy corporate and private holiday party season proved more difficult than she and fiancé Brandon Wallace had anticipated.
Christine Marie Boudloche to Brandon Campbell Wallace
Christine Boudloche had always dreamed of a December wedding so she could ...
8/15/2008
When it was time for Hedi Aghajani to plan her wedding to Michael Scott Shankleton, she didn’t have to look far for a reception site: Courtyard on St. James, where Hedi is the director of events and catering.
Hedi Aghajani & Michael Scott Shankleton
When it was time for Hedi Aghajani to plan her wedding to Michael Scott ...
11/28/2008
When Houstonians Elena Patricia Lefebvre and Arturo Gerardo Lopez decided to tie the knot, they took their celebration to a Central American destination with sentimental significance.
Elena Patricia Lefebvre to Arturo Gerardo Lopez
When Houstonians Elena Patricia Lefebvre and Arturo Gerardo Lopez decided to ...
Katherine Le & Hao Nguyen
4/1/2006
From that chance meeting 16 years ago, Katherine and Hao Nyugen have built a strong relationship that includes jointly running a Mortgage Brokerage firm.
Partners in Business, Partners for Life
From that chance meeting 16 years ago, Katherine and Hao Nyugen have built a ...
12/31/2008
Amy Lynne Zummo had dreamed of having a New Year’s Eve wedding since she was 12 years old. In December, the Houston realtor’s dream came true when she wed her college sweetheart, Joshua Ross Gascoyne. Amy says the day symbolized a “new year, new family, new life.”
Amy Lynne Zummo to Joshua Ross Gascoyne
Amy Lynne Zummo had dreamed of having a New Year’s Eve wedding since she was 12 ...
3/22/2008
When Maroulia Pontikas arrived by horse-drawn carriage at her outdoor spring wedding to meet her groom, Rodney Warfford, her fairytale wedding dream came true.
Maroulia Pontikas & Rodney Warfford
When Maroulia Pontikas arrived by horse-drawn carriage at her outdoor spring ...
Jessica Vincent & Phillip Cain
4/8/2006
“How quickly can you plan a wedding?” was the first question Phillip Cain asked his fiancée Jessica Vincent after she accepted his proposal.
Finding Happiness Somewhere Over the Rainbow
“How quickly can you plan a wedding?” was the first question Phillip Cain asked ...
12/1/2007
When Lea and Patrick Thomas describe their wedding and their marriage, they say they’ve been showered with blessings.
Lea Hayman & Patrick Thomas
When Lea and Patrick Thomas describe their wedding and their marriage, they say ...
Debbie Dickerson & Kent Chenevert
5/20/2006
Houston’s landmark River Oaks Theatre has hosted many spectacular productions over the years, but the engagement of Debbie Dickerson and Kent Chenevert may get the award for most romantic proposal.
An Unforgettable Day
Houston’s landmark River Oaks Theatre has hosted many spectacular productions ...
Kimberly Atlas & Zachariah Harrington
11/16/2006
Even though jewelry designer Kimberly Atlas and attorney Zachariah Harrington met and fell in love in Manhattan, the only place they could imagine committing their lives to each other was Houston.
A Love for Each Other, a Love of Houston
Even though jewelry designer Kimberly Atlas and attorney Zachariah Harrington ...
Forever in Love
Eternal Promises
Julie Solomon & Dan Cotuno
11/11/2006
 “Our entire purpose was to create a glamorous, yet warm-hearted event,” Dan explains. “We wanted everyone to leave feeling like they had a part in our special moment.”
The Good Times Rolled and then they Boogied Till Dawn
“Our entire purpose was to create a glamorous, yet warm-hearted event,” Dan e ...
6/1/2007
Anjuli Shivshanker and Gary Sharpe knew they wanted a wedding that would reflect as many aspects of their lives as possible: their cultures, their personalities and above all, their youth and sense of fun.
Anjuli Shivsankar & Gary Sharpe
Anjuli Shivshanker and Gary Sharpe knew they wanted a wedding that would ...
7/7/2007
After a memorable courtship, Brooke Pullin, a special education teacher, and Ryan Shelton, an assistant vice president and commercial lender with Amegy Bank, got engaged on New Year’s weekend, 2007, near the Hermann Park reflecting pool.
Brooke Pullin & Ryan Shelton
After a memorable courtship, Brooke Pullin, a special education teacher, and ...
Emily Yeager & Brian Shores
4/22/2006
Emily Yeager and Brian Shores, lab partners at the age of 13, finally became partners for life when they married on April 22.
Best Friends Forever
Emily Yeager and Brian Shores, lab partners at the age of 13, finally became ...
A Lifelong Pas De Deux
5/27/2007
Lydia Jones still gets emotional when she describes the moment she exchanged vows with Justin Pizzonia. “Our four-year-old daughter Kylie came and stood right between us all on her own as if she knew she was a part of this,” Lydia says. “It was a beautiful moment for all of us as we became a family.”
Lydia Jones & Justin Pizzonia
Lydia Jones still gets emotional when she describes the moment she exchanged ...
Love Tropical Style
Elizabeth Flores & Steven Bricker
10/21/2006
Steven and Elizabeth Bricker’s wedding can best be described as a tapestry: After months of painstaking planning, they managed to weave together two very different cultures and two very different faiths to create a beautiful wedding.
Weaving the Fabric of Forever
Steven and Elizabeth Bricker’s wedding can best be described as a tapestry: ...
6/2/2007
Not only was the wedding of Amelie Benear and Chuck Carlton a celebration of the couple’s new life together, but, for many of their guests, it also was an exciting introduction to the Downtown Historic District of Houston.
Amelie Benear & Charles Lynn Carlton
Not only was the wedding of Amelie Benear and Chuck Carlton a celebration of ...
1/26/2008
When Joie Trombatore wed Jason Maida—founder and owner of Maida’s Belts & Buckles—the event was a celebration of their love and a reflection of the value Joie and Jason place on family, faith and heritage
Joie Trombatore & Jason Maida
When Joie Trombatore wed Jason Maida—founder and owner of Maida’s Belts & ...
2/29/2008
Azadeh (Ashley) Behinfar and Luis Sanchez knew from the beginning of their engagement that they wanted a wedding that celebrated their cultural heritage.
Azadeh (Ashley) Behinfar & Luis Enrique Sanchez
Azadeh (Ashley) Behinfar and Luis Sanchez knew from the beginning of their ...
Once Upon a Time in Mexico
11/15/2008
When the male guests at your wedding reception take the time to tell you it’s the best party they’ve ever been to, you’ve done something right, says Mary Lee Hackedorn, who celebrated her nuptials to Richard Wilkens in Union Station, the entranceway to Minute Maid Park.
Mary Lee Hackedorn to Richard Barlow Wilkens IV
When the male guests at your wedding reception take the time to tell you it’s ...
Special Moments
Amie Alcantara & Toan Nguyen
3/3/2007
If there was an award for most romantic proposal, computer engineer Toan Nguyen’s creative and unique offering to true love Amie Alcantara certainly would be in the running.
The Book of Love
If there was an award for most romantic proposal, computer engineer Toan ...
7/5/2008
A wedding itinerary packed with five different ceremonies—four falling on consecutive days—would leave even the most energetic couple feeling exhausted. But Erum Jivani and Amyn Gillani, who pulled off the seemingly impossible without the help of a wedding coordinator, say their excitement served as the adrenalin they needed.
Erum Jivani & Amyn Gillani
A wedding itinerary packed with five different ceremonies—four falling on ...
10/18/2008
Amber Whitehead and Michael Seidl wed against the backdrop of an idyllic fall setting on the croquet field of the Northgate Country Club. “We both love being outside,” Amber says of opting for the gorgeous surroundings, where Michael spent time playing as a child.
Amber Linn Whitehead to Michael William Seidl
Amber Whitehead and Michael Seidl wed against the backdrop of an idyllic fall ...
12/5/2008 2:14:00 PM
The romance of Diana Hare and Koko Gantchev reads like something out of a celebrity magazine: A gorgeous model and a top tennis player marry in an ­intimate wedding in Cartagena, Colombia, surrounded by friends and family from around the world.
Diana Patricia Hare & Nikolay Nikolaev Gantchev
The romance of Diana Hare and Koko Gantchev reads like something out of a ...
5/17/2008
Carrie’s co-workers took action. They found Kevin’s email address, and when Carrie was away from her desk, sent him an email asking for a date. The co-workers signed the request “elevator girl.” After the email, the two went on a date, began a relationship, and were soon engaged.
Carrie Hanley & Kevin Powers
Carrie’s co-workers took action. They found Kevin’s email address, and when ...
8/11/2007
Evangelia Anagnostopoulos has seen her share of weddings. So when it was time for the social catering manager at The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa to plan her own nuptials, she was ready for something very special.
Evangelia Anagnostopoulos & Gerard McCarthy
Evangelia Anagnostopoulos has seen her share of weddings. So when it was time ...
Best Friends Forever
Her Love Defines the Way I Live
5/31/2008
Melissa Zabransky still speaks tenderly about the moment she first saw her groom on their wedding day. “I died when I saw Jared under the gazebo,” Melissa says. “He looked so peaceful and handsome. I just wanted to give him the biggest hug and kiss.”
Melissa Belin & Jared Zabransky
Melissa Zabransky still speaks tenderly about the moment she first saw her ...
1/7/2007
Introduced by their fathers, who were childhood friends and college roommates, Ellen Lagazo and Sam Ranches reconnected a few years later while attending university. Eventually, the smitten couple became engaged.
Ellen Lagazo & Sam Ranches
Introduced by their fathers, who were childhood friends and college roommates, ...
6/29/2007
Holley and Andrew grew up together, and when she moved across town at the age of eight, Holley couldn’t quite forget the “cute older boy” she’d known. She was ecstatic when they ended up at the same summer camp two years later.
Holley Smith & Andrew Brown
Holley and Andrew grew up together, and when she moved across town at the age ...
Whirldwind Wedding
8/2/2008
They may both be native Texans, but Rebekah Baker and Noel Villarreal had to go all the way to Europe to meet and fall in love.
Rebekah Rae Baker to Noel Villarreal
They may both be native Texans, but Rebekah Baker and Noel Villarreal had to go ...
Jessica Felker & Jose Simon Jr.
12/30/2006
Newlyweds Jose “Joey” Simon Jr. and Jessica Felker-Simon understand the value of flexibility in a good marriage. They have been learning to go with the flow since the day they got engaged.
Love In Any Season
Newlyweds Jose “Joey” Simon Jr. and Jessica Felker-Simon understand the value ...
3/24/2007
When Beth Danziger looks back at the moments that made up her wedding to Andrew Murphy, she describes them all as unforgettable.
Beth Danziger & Andrew Murphy
When Beth Danziger looks back at the moments that made up her wedding to Andrew ...
11/10/2007 10:34:00 AM
When Marysia McNeilly and Andrew Norris began to plan a wedding that would bring family in from as far as Poland and Canada, downtown Houston—their favorite part of the city, and the place they call home—seemed the ideal setting. They were particularly excited to show off their city to their many international family members who had never traveled to the United States.
Marysia McNeilly & Andrew Norris
When Marysia McNeilly and Andrew Norris began to plan a wedding that would ...
When the groom arrives to the wedding riding an elephant, it’s an indication of a grand party to come.
Sheila Shenoy & Santosh Reddy
When the groom arrives to the wedding riding an elephant, it’s an indication of ...
3/1/2008
Both children of retired air force officers, Lori and Kenny chose West Houston Airport’s Commemorative Air Force Hangar as an appropriately patriotic locale in which to celebrate their nuptials. The venue provided ample room for more than 300 guests from the United States and Switzerland.
Lori Toups & Kenny Fenton
Both children of retired air force officers, Lori and Kenny chose West Houston ...
Christina Chao & Guillermo Artacho
8/12/2006
Guillermo Artacho and Christina Chao know their love can stand the test of time – and distance.
The Trans-Atlantic Romance
Guillermo Artacho and Christina Chao know their love can stand the test of time ...
8/25/2007
When Anita Arora looks back at the day she married Paul Gill, she takes great pride in the wedding’s blending of Eastern and Western cultures, through food, music and ritual.
Anita Arora & Paul Singh Gill
When Anita Arora looks back at the day she married Paul Gill, she takes great ...
Fatima Franklin & David Freeman
12/31/2005
For Fatima Franklin and David V. Freeman, it was the combination of special moments and attention to detail that made their wedding day magical.
A Houston Celebration of Love, Planned from Afar
For Fatima Franklin and David V. Freeman, it was the combination of special ...
True Love Unites in an Island Paradise
7/5/2008
>When Maribel De La Garza and George Rice Farish began to plan their wedding, they decided to take the celebration south of the border, for an event that would combine the couple’s individual backgrounds and heritages.
Maribel De La Garza & George Rice Farish
>When Maribel De La Garza and George Rice Farish began to plan their wedding, ...
10/23/2008 12:53:00 PM
For Galveston native Silky Sharma, there was no place to get married but on the shores of her hometown. Unfortunately, Hurricane Ike had other plans.
Silky Sharma to Pratik Patel
For Galveston native Silky Sharma, there was no place to get married but on the ...
2/22/2008
With the help of music star Norah Jones and celebrated author Khalil Gibran, the wedding ceremony of Alexandra Olson and Nicholas Luton was a wonderful tribute to their unique vision—celebrating their lives in harmony, while embracing their independence.
Alexandra Olson & Nicholas Luton
With the help of music star Norah Jones and celebrated author Khalil Gibran, ...
Michelle Martinez & Stephen Fraga
4/29/2006
Not only did Stephen and Michelle Fraga honor their love for one another when they got married, they also celebrated their faith, their families and their culture.
Family and Tradition
Not only did Stephen and Michelle Fraga honor their love for one another when ...
Two Worlds Blend
Ellen McMillan & Matthew Hickl
3/24/2007
Former “The Bachelorette” runner-up Matthew Hickl found true love far from the glitter of Hollywood, but with a fitting “Bachelorette” twist.
The lights of Hollywood don’t compare to the love in Friendswood
Former “The Bachelorette” runner-up Matthew Hickl found true love far from the ...
Two University of Arizona Wildcats Say "I Do!"
Kelly Shoup & Jared Anderson
6/24/2006
By the time they were ready to exchange vows, Kelly Shoup Anderson and Jared Anderson already shared a decade of memories.
High School Sweethearts Seal the Deal in Style
By the time they were ready to exchange vows, Kelly Shoup Anderson and Jared ...
4/28/2007
Katherine Brown’s emotions were so intense the day she married Brett Mach that some people in attendance thought she was going to pass out before the ceremony concluded.
Katherine Brown & Brett Mach
Katherine Brown’s emotions were so intense the day she married Brett Mach that ...
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