Mack + Natalie | The Wedding

This is a very special story about love. Natalie and Mack's love...and the great big love of family that has wrapped them both up tight and given them everything they need to be able to be there for each other. After all, they've learned from the best! The love, pride and support that Natalie and Mack's parents, siblings, grandparents and extended family shared this past Saturday was truly a gift to witness.

 The guys all started out at the Morris family home to get ready, while the girls gathered at Claudia's Salon and Spa of Hermitage, PA to get their glamour on.

 I jokingly asked if they all had to submit a modeling portfolio to be allowed in the wedding party. Because, seriously, guys and girls alike....everyone of them looked fabulous!

 After hair and makeup, the girls headed to Avalon Golf and Country Club to finish getting dressed. Hello! What did I tell you? Gorgeous!

 The wedding ceremony took place at St. Bartholomew's in Sharpsville. I adore the look of love on Mack's face as he sees his bride for the first time. I think I love his brother's look of support almost as much!

 Their wedding planner, Tina La Rock-Siege, did an amazing job of keeping the day organized and fun. She had an amazing gift for literally always being exactly where you needed her, when you needed her.

In fact, when it started to sprinkle during the photos in the flower garden at Buhl, she was right there, holding an umbrella over my head and even holding a flash for me!

 And back to the Avalon for cocktail hour and a gorgeous reception.

 I think this is what is called "The Boys' Club". The guys took a few moments to enjoy a cuban cigar in the Avalon's Cigar Room.

 I feel like I want to see this movie! ;)

 Could Natalie be any more stunning?

 Floral arrangements by Green's Floral. Cake by Cake Boutique.

 On to one of my favorite parts of the day, the speeches. Natalie's dad gave one of my all-time favorite Dad Speeches ever! He told the story of the myriad ways he tormented Mack over the years (starting all those years ago at a tenth grade dance). He could be giving lessons to dads of teenage daughters everywhere! But Mack persevered...and he kept coming back despite Natalie's dad's shenanigans. Sometimes true love takes a little stubborness and persistence!

 DJ services by Vincent Entertainment.

 Congratulations, Natalie and Mack! It was a true joy to be able to tell your story through photographs!