amanda's wedding: part one

Ok, so here they are!  Most of you probably saw these on facebook already, but I have been asked by countless people when pictures would be up, so I figured I'd cover both arenas.  It was seriously the most fun wedding I've ever been to, and not because I'm heavily biased.  The food was incredible, the DJ was outstanding, and the church was beautiful!  Ok, I'm just going to show you the pictures now.

These are all from the Bridesmaids' Luncheon and the Rehearsal Dinner.

All the bridesmaids and flowergirls with Amanda at the Second Empire restaurant in Downtown Raleigh!

The bride and me with the adorable Maid of Honor robe she gave me!

Amanda talking to her Aunt Frances, who hosted the luncheon with her daughter (Amanda's cousin), Tamara!

Tamara's daughter, Mallory, showing off her sweet shades...

Here's the church all decorated for Christmas!  Thanks to my sister, Leanna, for taking these!

All done with the first run!

The groom's dad and me getting instructions from the wedding planner.  Yes, I did wear a giant poinsettia on my head, and I loved every second of it.

Nick waiting on his bride...

The rehearsal dinner took place at Bogart's restaurant in Downtown Raleigh.

Groom's cake!   Go Heels!  (Nick and I were in marching band together for two years, which is why it has music notes all over it.)

Love this picture!

Amanda with Avery, her cousin and little flowergirl!

mmmmm, cake...

Come back tomorrow to see all the pre-wedding prep and the reception!  (Trust me, you don't want to miss my epic updo.)