Kelly and Patrick arrived by way of limousine, and family and friends followed. The bride and groom were both extremely nervous. One of the moms had several corsages and boutonnières made for the event, in addition to a gorgeous bridal bouquet for Kelly. We had two flower girls, so each was able to carry one of our flower baskets filled with pre-selected pink silk rose petals (we always provided the flower girl baskets and a selection of silk rose petals for our couples, as real petals would stain and grind into the carpet).

 

The moms helped the groom and his groomsmen put on their boutonnières, but when it came to the corsages, they encountered a small problem. If you attempt to pin a heavy floral corsage to sheer or silk fabric, sagging results. Gary quickly jumped to action and located our backup, pearl-tipped, heavy-duty pins, thus saving the day.

 

I spent time with the nervous bride, and brought water and tissues up to the bridal room for the bridesmaids and family that gathered there. The couple had multiple CDs with special music they wanted played during the ceremony. I took the music down and made a game plan with Gary as to the best way to accommodate their wishes. Three cheers for a six disk CD changer!