Last Friday Melanie and Kurt were joined by their closest family members and friends at the Powel Crosley Estate in Sarasota where they celebrated their wedding.  Melanie is from the UK and Jason thought the accent was awesome.  He didn’t sound as cool when he tried to copy it though.

Tammy Gamso did hair and makeup and Melanie looked absolutely beautiful.  Beneva Flowers put together bright gerber daisies for the floral arrangements which was perfect for a wedding at the beginning of fall. Grace from A Wedding with Grace was the officiant and dad hopes to work with her again soon. The ceremony was simple and sweet and had many of the guests in tears.  I thought this poem was very touching:

These I Can Promise

I cannot promise you a life of sunshine
I cannot promise you riches, wealth or gold
I cannot promise you an easy pathway
That leads away from change or growing old.

But I can promise you all my heart’s devotion;
a smile to chase away your tears of sorrow;
a love that’s ever true and ever growing;
a hand to hold in yours through each tomorrow.

The reception was catered by Simply Gourmet Caterers and the food looked yummy!  There was a lot of laughter, celebration, and love to start off Melanie and Kurt’s married life together.  Jason was grateful that he was there to share in the day.  Congratulations Melanie and Kurt!  You two are a wonderful couple and have very loving friends and family.

Here are a few pictures from the wedding: