There were so many surprises for the guests–one fun reveal after the other. As the celebrant Amanda said “it begins with this kiss” the mariachi band that I had greeted and tucked away in the house, came out on the porch and started playing! Bride and groom skipped down and the wedding party followed with big grins on their faces. It was so fun to witness!

As soon as the cocktail hour got started, the piñata was strung up and cracked open, yielding Skittles and mints. As the hour wound down, guests walked down the gravel path to the long rectangular tables and helped themselves to a buffet provided by Picante. And then Jean & Trent arrived on Emily  Trent’s tandem bike looking so adorable and carefree! It really set the mood! The ambience was decidedly European as guests dined al fresco, with the stream of LED lights and lanterns strung above us with candlelight on the tables. The toasts were short and very sweet, and Jean capped the toasts by thanking everyone and instructing everyone to grab a votive-filled jar, a wine bottle and to head into the barn for pie, merriment and dancing.

Trent even composed a song and serenaded Jean! Such sweet and tender gestures from a sweet and tender couple.

¡Fantástico!

Outstanding in the field.

Piñata bits.

And they're off!