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Ross and Leslie’s Wedding: Part Two

April 23, 2014 by Julie 145 Comments

Shared with Christina Block’s kind permission, the pictures featured in this blog post were taken by the incredibly talented team behind Christina Block Photography.

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  • Ross and Leslie’s Wedding: Part One

Wedding Rings

Ross and Leslie’s Wedding: Part Two

Leslie, her bridesmaids and her flower girl all arrived at the wedding venue 45 minutes before the ceremony began. We wanted to be sure the bride was hidden from her groom and guests and while we chatted away, Ross and his groomsmen finished their pictures on a quiet St. Augustine street.

Groomsmen

Recognize anyone? Ryan was one of Ross’ groomsmen!

As longtime blog readers know, Ryan and Ross were fraternity brothers and best friends in college. (Ross was also a groomsmen in our wedding!) I’ve known Ross for 10 years and could not have been more thrilled when he started dating my sister. It was wonderful to see Ross surrounded by men from all stages of his life and a handful of guys I know and adore from college.

Goofy Groomsmen Picture

boutineer

Before their wedding day, Leslie surprised Ross with peach argyle socks to wear which I thought looked awesome with his classy black tuxedo.

Colorful Argyle Socks for Groomsmen

Once the last of the groomsmen pictures were done, the guys walked to The White Room to greet guests before the ceremony began.

Groomsmen walking to wedding ceremony

While I waited with my sister and her bridesmaids downstairs, Leslie’s photographer told Leslie is was time for a special pre-ceremony moment with Ross where they were able to hold hands, talk to each other and pray on either side of a wall without Ross seeing his bride.

Bride and Groom behind a wall before the ceremony

Though I wasn’t there for this moment, I can say that when Leslie returned to the room where we were all waiting, she was beaming. Her nervous energy seemed to evaporate and she was filled with an excited calm. More than ever, it seemed like she was ready to marry Ross.

Bride and Bridesmaid Laughing

Maid of Honor and Bride

In the moments before we were ushered upstairs, Leslie’s bridesmaid Allyson said a prayer for the wedding ahead and Ross and Leslie’s future together.

Bridesmaids praying

Bridesmaids Praying together before ceremony

After some tears and hugs, it was time to pack into the elevator and line up! It was almost time to walk down the aisle!

The mothers of the bride made their way down the aisle first. Ross’ mother was escorted by his brother and best man, Jeremy.

Best Man Mother of the Groom

Ryan escorted my mom down the aisle before joining the other groomsmen by Ross’ side.

Ryan and Mom

As the bridesmaids began walking down the aisle, my sister, dad and I huddled together and shared some last-minute “I love yous” and hugs. As I left the two of them together, I took a deep breath to keep the tears back.

Matron of Honor

When I took my first step down the aisle, I remember immediately locking eyes with Ross. He looked confident and nervous at the same time. As he stood under the gorgeous wooden cross, I walked toward him and knew he couldn’t wait to see the woman who would follow the precious flower girl behind me.

Bride Walking Down the Aisle

My little sister. His bride. His wife.

When I asked Leslie whether or not she thought Ross would cry on their wedding day weeks before the ceremony, she said, “No. He feels like there’s pressure on the groom to cry… like everyone wants the groom to cry or something. He thinks that will psych him out, so I don’t think he will cry.”

She was wrong.

groom crying

Her groom cried.

tearful groom

And I will never forget the way he looked at my sister that day.

excited groom

I will also never forget the way my sister looked at him.

crying bride

That is Leslie’s I’m trying as hard as I can not to cry face.

And this is my dad’s Forget it, I am crying and I can’t stop face.

Giving Away the Bride

As the pastor asked my dad the standard, “Who presents this woman to be married to this man” question, his reply was barely audible as he hugged and kissed my sister and placed her hands in Ross’.

Large Wooden Cross Wedding Ceremony

St. Augustine Wedding

After the pastor welcomed everyone and shared some beautiful words about Leslie and Ross, it was time for the bride and groom to exchange their vows. They elected to write their own vows and share them with each other for the first time on their wedding day.

Groom reading vows

handing bride tissues

They were emotional, funny and extremely heartfelt.

bride reading vows to groom

wedding ceremony laughter

As Ross and Leslie recited their vows and the tears started flowing, my dad and Ross’ mom stepped up from their seats in the front row and handed them tissues for their tears which they gratefully accepted!

handing bride tissues at alter

More laughter came once my sister was done with her soggy tissue and decided to hand it to me. Some things only sisters can get away with, right!?

handing over tissue

That was one of those hilarious, “Did that really just happen!?” moments for sure!

Hearing Ross and Leslie speak such loving words to each other made everything inside of me overflow with happiness. I have all the faith in the world in their relationship.

They are wonderful apart, but even better together.

Soon after their vows, it was time to exchange rings. I was responsible for carrying Ross’ ring and made sure to keep it safe on my thumb until it was time for me to pass it off.

exchange of rings

For my parents’ 30-year wedding anniversary, my mom and dad changed out their original wedding rings. The ring that now sits on Ross’ left hand is actually my dad’s original wedding band, melted down and fitted to Ross’ finger and style preference.

After the exchange of rings, it was time to kiss the bride!

Bride and Groom Kiss

Husband and wife!

Excited Bride and Groom

Bride and Groom After I Do

I have never seen Ross or Leslie look happier than they did that day!

To be continued…

Reception fun to come!

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Comments

  1. Sky @ The Blonde In Black says

    April 24, 2014 at 3:05 pm

    Another beautiful recap of their wedding! Once again my eyes got teary! I absolutely love the cross decorated their wedding. It’s beautiful! The photography is stunning too! They sure captured a lot of special moments.

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  2. Sara says

    April 24, 2014 at 4:31 pm

    I’m definitely crying…at work…that look on Ross’ face just made me so happy

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    • Lauren @ LoveChocolateLife says

      May 15, 2014 at 5:01 pm

      Omg I have to comment here.. I am def crying at work too… these pictures make me so happy !!! ahhh beautiful !!!!

      Reply
  3. Kim says

    April 24, 2014 at 7:30 pm

    As a long time reader, I love how Ross has evolved on this blog! Originally introduced as “Ross, Ryan’s friend who’s single” to then being referred to Leslie’s boyfriend (sometimes nameless) to now Leslie’s husband. So cute! Looks like they had a great day.

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    • Cel says

      April 26, 2014 at 1:36 pm

      Um I second this!

      Reply
  4. heather says

    April 24, 2014 at 11:33 pm

    What a sweet, beautiful retelling. The photographer did a fantastic job of capturing special moments. Your sister is so lovely and elegant! I love the way she’s hugging Ross for their first kiss.

    Reply
  5. Alyssa says

    April 25, 2014 at 2:33 am

    I love this!!

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  6. Eva says

    April 25, 2014 at 8:47 am

    Making me tear up here on a friday morning :’)

    Reply
  7. Kat says

    April 25, 2014 at 9:57 am

    Honestly, I cannot handle this right now! You have me sobbing at my desk (which luckily is my kitchen counter because I’m working from home today!!) My maternity leave ended yesterday and I am feeling super emotional as it is. Your beautiful words and this very happy couple are putting me over the edge. What a wonderful, happy day! Congrats to all! xoxo

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  8. Erika says

    April 26, 2014 at 3:28 pm

    Such beautiful moments! Thank you so much for sharing!

    Reply
  9. Alina says

    April 26, 2014 at 3:52 pm

    Wow, this story and pics made me cry!!! The look on their faces when they look at each other, they look so happy. I wish them all the best for their future <3

    Reply
  10. Electra says

    April 27, 2014 at 1:01 pm

    What an absolutely beautiful post. I was tearing up just reading it, I cannot imagine how amazing it was to be there. I adore your family and I’ve never even met any of you. Congratulations to all of you. Their happiness most certainly shows!

    Reply
  11. Jan @ Sprouts n Squats says

    April 28, 2014 at 7:14 am

    Only just got to read this one now as was behind on my blog reading. What a special special day! I love that he cried. I went to a wedding of close friends recently and the groom absolutely bawled and it made everyone else cry too as it was so beautiful.

    Looking forward to the final part.

    Reply
  12. Trifon Anguelov Photography says

    March 26, 2015 at 5:57 pm

    What a wonderful wedding photos. The wedding photographer did a great job capturing the special day for the bride and groom. Like a wedding photographer myself, it is always exciting to see amazing moments captured and the wedding day story told via images. Love the post processing of the images. Has this vintage and special look which many couples love nowadays.

    There is a good mix of candid and posed images, as well lots of details. Absolutely lovely. The couple seem like a lots of fun as well the bridal party. Thank you for sharing this story with us. The images are big inspiration for my next wedding in Los Gatos, CA next month.

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    • Julie says

      March 27, 2015 at 10:06 am

      Thank you!! <3 It was such a special day!

      Reply
    • Kelli says

      September 15, 2016 at 1:49 am

      That cross is beautiful!! Did y’all make it or rent it or buy it?? I’d love to have one at my wedding!

      Reply
  13. Ashly says

    April 13, 2016 at 10:40 am

    This is so amazing! Where did this wedding take place?

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 13, 2016 at 2:47 pm

      It took place at The White Room!

      Reply
  14. Janique says

    November 6, 2017 at 4:09 pm

    Can you please provide me the dimensions of the cross?

    Reply
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