Adams/O'Connor Wedding: Katie & Brian said I do!

Katie and Brian met their senior year at Miami University of Ohio. According to Brian he would have dated her then. But Brian would have to wait for Katie to warm up to the idea. Persistance, an obvious trait of Brian's, worked in his favor and finally, 3-1/2 years ago while in Vail for New Years Eve, Katie began to see Brian in a new light. He was just beginning work on a business degree when the two started on their adventure together in Chicago. Exactly one week before finals and graduation, Brian took the next step in his "life plan" by proposing to Katie. Just a few days prior, Brian flew to Denver for dinner with her parents, asked for their blessing, flew back that night, and Katie was none the wiser. On May 31, 2008 Brian requested an early sitting for dinner at the Red Rooster, a cozy French restaurant where they had their first date. With no other guests in the restaurant and the place loaded with floral arrangements just for them, Brian asked for her hand in marriage and of course, Katie accepted. The celebration was followed up with a gathering of friends at a local bar.

As anyone can see by the wedding, these two are so relaxed with one another and share an enormous amount of love and enthusiasm. They both shared with me how they love the other one's passion for life. Brian said with a big grin (a grin that didn't leave his face the entire wedding day), "She's sensitive and caring. And she's patient as all 1st grade teachers need to be!" Katie talked about his humor but mostly about his excitement for life, his loyalty and dedication.

The wedding featured beautiful traditional elements blended with a few Irish details in honor of their heritage including two Irish bagpipers, a surprise for Brian from Katie. But more importantly what stood out most were the happy tears from nearly everyone (including myself at times!), the heartfelt and hilarious toasts given by the Maid of Honor and Best Man, that smile which never left Brian's face each time he glanced at his bride, and Katie's easy laughter which is surely like a song for Brian's ears.

The wedding took place at The Broadmoor Hotel, flowers designed by Jean Marie Design, music provided by Heartbeat, and it all came together through the craftful hands of Celebrations by Maggie.

Thanks for allowing me in to your life on this special day!

Laura