The Weekend of Weddings

Last weekend Michael and I went adventuring to 2 North Carolina weddings and had a blast. The first one was in Charlotte: the wedding of Sara Gates and John Chidester who are part of the fabulous App Family. After their sweet vows, we partied down on the dance floor in typical App Family fashion. John lived with Michael for a semester, and John & Sara are both good friends of ours. They have been together for over 4 years, so it was really special to share this day with them!

The Chidesters, FINALLY!

Red head lovin'...Michael would not take part- he is in denial. :)
My HANDSOME date!

Kat has THE best hugs and energy...they are contagious!!

Our wonderful hosts for the weekend- Matt and Kat Fleming. We love staying with them!! Thanks guys for being who you are...and "rocking" it out!

Me with Ellen (& the Pea in her belly) and mama Gibbs :). Good luck moving this weekend Bruces! I am going to miss you during Homecoming weekend Bec!

After the Chid wedding, we headed up to our beloved Boone on Sunday to attend the wedding of Betsy Cottrell and Matt Kraus. Opposite of the Chidesters, Betsy and Matt have only been together for less than a year. However, their love for each other shined just as bright and was so visible to everyone! Look at this smile on Betsy. :)

The setting for the wedding was just breathtaking. We sat on the extended front lawn of the Cottrell home, and the Boone mountains nestled just beyond where the couple said their "I do's." It was really dreamy. The reception followed just in front and behind the Cottrell home. We gobbled on spaghetti and DELICIOUS wedding cake made by Betsy's grandmother. We also spent some great quality time with our precious friends Morgann and PK.

All in all, we are so glad we got to be a part of BOTH of these beautiful celebrations of love. Each one displayed their love for each other and the Lord in their own unique ways. I love weddings!

-LB