Kelly Chandler

Michael and Kelley chose Robinswood House in Bellevue for their wedding and I can’t think of a place that would have suited them more perfectly.  This couple had a classy affair with a rustic down home feeling. 

 

I often witness some pretty special moments.  Michael and Kelley wrote their own vows to share with each other when they saw each other for the first time that day.  They both were very emotional during the exchange of very tender words.

 

The kids were adorable. 

 

The ceremony itself was in the perfect setting, complete with decorative touches everywhere.

 

 This wedding had 2 firsts for me.  It was the first time I’ve ever had a former United States President as a guest at the wedding.  JFK was standing around during photos and right next to the bride and groom’s table during toasts.  He was even on the dance floor later that night.

 

The other first for me was sliders and french fries.  Kelley and Michael’s favorite food was served (along side two other tables with elegant displays of crab claws, huge prawns, pasta, salads, etc).  I love french fries….so this was right up my alley too.   I thought it was great that Michael and Kelley made this wedding their own.  It was full of personal touches just like this that made it THEIR day!

 

Another favorite spot for guests was the Sweet Shoppe candy table.  There were party favor boxes to fill to the brim for each guest to take home.  Kelley let me take a few to my kids so they were thrilled the next day.  I think they ate pink milk chocolate maltballs for breakfast. 

Thanks Kelley and Michael for your patience in getting this posted.

I’m making progress on the mounds of photo processing.  4 more weddings to post and I just keep shooting.   The kids go back to school next week so I’m hoping to get caught up between shooting my portrait appointments and next weekend’s wedding.  Wishful thinking I know but at least I know I will make progress.