January 3, 2017

Ethan & Kelsey | New Year’s Eve Wedding

On New Year’s Eve, Ethan Blackmon and Kelsey Bond stood underneath an arbor, which they had built together, and vowed each other forever. This arbor was a labor of love that would not only serve as a beautiful decoration for their wedding ceremony, but also for their new home together. They came together as a team and worked diligently to build a strong, beautiful arbor. Over time, the wood will change. It will change colors, it will change texture, and it may even splinter as it endures the weather. But it will endure the weather. With a little extra sanding, a few extra nails, and some TLC, it will endure. Over time, Ethan and Kelsey will face opportunities to endure the weather. But because they have come together with the encouragement of their families, and God in the center, and are working diligently to build a strong, beautiful marriage- they, too, will endure the weather.

Kelsey’s father spoke wise and loving words of encouragement as he told the story of their arbor, then pronounced them husband and wife in the presence of their closest friends and family on Saturday. Kelsey was stunning in her sleeved wedding gown, and never stopped smiling! She took Ethan’s breath away during their intimate first look, and he couldn’t keep his eyes off of her the rest of the day. The bridesmaids’ dresses were a very romantic winter red hue, and a style which complimented Kelsey’s gown perfectly. Ethan and Kelsey’s nieces made gorgeous flower girls!

A little rain couldn’t stifle the overwhelming joy in the hearts of everyone involved in this wedding! Ethan, Kelsey, their parents, siblings, friends, and the Geyer Springs staff all made this day perfect beyond anyone’s wildest dreams. Thank you, Ethan and Kelsey, for trusting us to tell your story.