Jessica & Michael

There are adorable couples, and then there is Jessica and Michael. This couple from Jersey City warmed my heart as I witnessed a true love story completed on 6/19/09.

Ok, maybe a little sappy, but I really enjoyed being part of their day. Some highlights include a beautiful ceremony at St. Stephen's Church in Kearny, NJ. Michael was as nervous as a groom could get. And he got choked up when he saw Jessica. You can see it in the video below. No doubt about his love for this woman. You can also hear their story about how they met in the second video posted below.

The reception was elegant and classic. And what a surprise for Jessica when Michael grabbed a mic and sang to her. He doesn't have the best pipes in the world, but I'm sure it sounded as sweet as could be to Jessica.

Christine & Drew

Christine and Drew were married on June 14, 2009 at The Mansion on the campus of Fairleigh Dickinson University. Christine perhaps smiled more than any other bride I have covered. Her wonderful personality coupled with Drew's wit made for a very enjoyable day for me.

The weather was very nice for their big day. Perhaps it was a little hot for some, but it was hard to notice the heat, especially when Christine came down the aisle!

Sarah Postma photography captured the day for Christine. Sarah is a wonderful photographer who gets the shots she needs without being abrput, abrasive, annoyed, whatever word you want to use!

The entire wedding was classically elegant, without a lot of hype. Instead of a wedding cake, they went with an asortment of delicious cupcakes - such a sweet touch that really exemplified what this couple is about.

They elected to go with a live band that kept the party going at the reception held in The Mansion, an old historic building where one could not help but try to envision similar types of celebrations held their 100 years ago.