Comments on: Jeannette & Cliff's small, anti-conventional wedding with a surprise reception

By: Alisa

Alisa — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 07:17:42 +0000

I love your photos! Looks like you guys had a blast! I've been trying to find a shorter version of the Final Fantasy theme song to walk down the aisle to, but everything's 3+ minutes. Was the song too long and cut you off? Either way, props to your Mom and you for pulling off a gorgeous wedding!!! <3

By: Samantha & Andrew

Samantha & Andrew — Sun, 30 May 2010 22:41:09 +0000

Serendipity! We were searching "gamer weddings" when we stumbled onto this one. We, too, are having a surprise reception. Our parents, especially the mothers, were both VERY unhappy when we told them we wanted to elope in the woods – just us, the officiant, a waterfall, and lots of buzzy bees and wildflowers. It was hard to explain that we wanted that moment to be just us, private, sacred, and that no – it isn't because we don't love them and want to deprive them of those silly and impersonal (for us) traditions. When the conversation turned to reception, we admitted to not really caring about the details (and frankly, not having the money for them). It was at this point that a lightbulb went on. We told our parents that they had complete control over the reception – whatever they wanted, we'd enjoy and appreciate. They immediately went from very unhappy to ecstatic. I guess all they wanted was a bit of control, and now we can give them some part of the day without sacrificing what's important to us.

So, it should be interesting…whether it's a gorgeous, oh-my-god-this-is-perfect intimate gathering or a cringeworthy why-is-there-a-six-foot-tall-inflatable-teddy-bear-in-the-backyard event or something in between, we know we've had our moment together, exchanging vows and keeping that special moment sacred and the rest? Well, either way, there will be much smiling and laughing!

So, in conclusion: hooray gamer wedding with surprise reception!

By: Michelle

Michelle — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 21:25:45 +0000

I loved the stargazer too! How did your mom get it to light up like that?

By: Annie

Annie — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:32:45 +0000

love her dress!

By: Kris

Kris — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:52:32 +0000

I'm definitely keeping the stargazers in wine glasses thing in mind for my wedding. They look beautiful!

I love how you let your own reception be a surprise. That's a great idea and takes a lot of the stress out of planning things. Let somebody else deal with it. lol

By: Jeannette

Jeannette — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 22:48:35 +0000

Thanks everybody, and thanks Mom!

By: Baldbride

Baldbride — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 16:05:32 +0000

Love the images, absolutely lovely everything! So impressed by the lack of drama, and your Mom did an AMAZING job with decorating! Congrats!

By: Mim

Mim — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:26:30 +0000

Cool dress! I love how you made it your own! The Final Fantasy march, Rockband, and stargazers are all awesome touches. Many happy years with the man who makes you as happy as your parents are

By: Ashley C. Fairbanks

Ashley C. Fairbanks — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 23:31:30 +0000

Or I am just crazy and a little tired. The links are right.

By: Ashley C. Fairbanks

Ashley C. Fairbanks — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 23:30:21 +0000

I think the links are backwards.. It said the dress was from Honeybears (BBQ joint) and the food was from Blossoms (Dress Shop).