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Wedding Anniversary, A look back 8 years ago

October 4, 2016 By Shann 43 Comments

Wedding Anniversary

Yesterday was our 8th wedding anniversary. 8 years!

Sometimes it feels like just yesterday, while at other times it seems so long ago. We’ve moved 3 times, had 3 babies, each had a number of jobs, been on a dozen or so road trips, and had a lot of crazy adventures. We’ve had some really difficult times, and it’s been a lot of work, but I wouldn’t change a thing. I love our family, and of course, my husband. I couldn’t imagine this journey without him.

Our Wedding Anniversary, A look back
Photo by Olga Thomas Photography

A look Back

While I was wracking my brain at what to get my husband for our wedding anniversary, I started looking back through all our old wedding photos.

We got married on a beautiful Friday in October, 2008. I think it was the last nice weekend before it turned super cold here in WI. We were even able to have our ceremony and pictures outside.

After getting engaged in New Orleans, we had first toyed with the idea of a destination wedding. We thought it would be fun to be somewhere warm and exotic to tie the knot. Unfortunately, it wasn’t going to work for all of our family, so we had a change of plans. It was definitely more important to have our family there than anything else.

Instead, we found a place about an hour away in Lake Geneva. It was a beautiful resort with a gold course called Geneva National. There was a wedding coordinator on site, and I did the rest of the wedding planning myself. We were able to book a bunch of rooms, so no one had to worry about driving home.

A lot of the guests arrived on Thursday night, we had our rehearsal dinner right at the resort, and a quick rehearsal under the tent outside. I then said goodbye and goodnight to my “fiance” for the last time. I have to admit, I don’t think I slept at all the night before the wedding.

Getting Ready

My and my future husband kept the tradition of not seeing each other until I walked down the aisle, so we had to be careful about where we went up until the ceremony. Everyone helped keep us apart too!

Me and my bridesmaids went and got our hair and make-up done, and then my mom helped me get ready.

Wedding Anniversary, a look back
Photo by Olga Thomas Photography

 

I got a sneak peak at the reception area, and it was just as I imagined….so beautiful. We then went to wait in a private area until the ceremony.

My Dad came to collect me, and we took a golf cart to the wedding tent. I remember having to take a moment and some deep breathes. Walking down the aisle, I was still really nervous, but once I saw my husband, I knew everything was going to be OK.

Our wedding anniversary, a look back
Photo by Olga Thomas Photography

The Ceremony and Reception

We didn’t want a very religious ceremony, as we come from mixed religious backgrounds, so we found a wonderful Reverend to marry us. She was so kind and easy to work with. We had friends read some special words, and then it was time to kiss as husband and wife. It went by in a blur.

Our wedding anniversary
Photo by Olga Thomas Photography

We got our group pictures taken, while the rest of the guests went to the lobby for drinks. After greeting everyone, we cut the cake, had speeches, a slide show, and dinner. We had our wedding dance to Ryan Adam’s Two, and then our Father/Daughter and Mother/Son dance.

Then, the party got started. There was dancing, lots of drinks, more dancing, and more drinks. It was a really fun night!

There are so many other details, but I’m sure you’d rather see some pictures. So, here’s a little look back at our wedding eight years ago in honor of our wedding anniversary. All photos in this post were done by Olga Thomas Photography. Thank you Olga!

 

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The Ceremony

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The Cake!
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The speeches and slide show.
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The First Dance!
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The Party!

PS I finally decided to get my husband copper Moscow Mule mugs (and all the stuff to make them!) since the 8th wedding anniversary gift is copper.

Hope you enjoyed a look back at our wedding!

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Photo by Olga Thomas Photography

PPS Yes, our cake topper was Hello Kitty and Dear Daniel. When you put them together they make a kissing sound. Awe.

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Comments

  1. Laina Turner says

    October 4, 2016 at 11:16 am

    What gorgeous pictures! Congrats on your anniversary.

    Reply
  2. Samantha Kinzie says

    October 4, 2016 at 11:16 am

    You looked absolutely beautiful on your wedding day! Cheers to 8 years and many more:)

    Reply
  3. Jenny says

    October 4, 2016 at 11:23 am

    This is such a sweet memory to look back on! I’ll be getting married myself in a little over a month so it’s fun to see how others wedding days were 🙂

    Reply
  4. JeeYoung says

    October 4, 2016 at 11:36 am

    Happy Anniversary!! This post was so perfect! I love wedding day recaps!

    Reply
  5. Dominique Garcia says

    October 4, 2016 at 11:46 am

    Awe happy Anniversary Shann! I am so happy for you two. You are a beautiful bride! To many more.

    Reply
  6. Kate says

    October 4, 2016 at 2:36 pm

    Happy Anniversary! Our 4th is this month. October is the best!!! I love that you did a “traditional” gift. I do the same.
    1-paper(scrapbook)
    2- cotton (Georgia tech dress shirt – this was a serious sacrifice for me!!!)
    3- leather (personalized coozie via etsy)
    4- fruit/flowers. I’m planning to get some type of tree bc my hubs is currently
    Into gardening.

    Reply
  7. Jill Robbins says

    October 4, 2016 at 2:41 pm

    Happy Anniversary! Mine is next week, something I just now remember – oops! Loved the wedding day photos!!!

    Reply
  8. Joanna says

    October 4, 2016 at 2:44 pm

    Happy anniversary! I love looking back at your photos. So sweet:)

    Reply
  9. Greta Hollar says

    October 4, 2016 at 3:31 pm

    Looks like such a wonderful day! Your dress is gorgeous!

    Greta | http://www.gretahollar.com

    Reply
  10. Becky @Disney in your Day says

    October 4, 2016 at 4:21 pm

    So beautiful! I love the cake toppers! We also toyed with the idea of a destination wedding (in Disney World of course) but decided to stay close to home so more family and friends could attend,as that was the most important thing to us. We’re hoping to maybe do a small vow renewal at Disney for a 15 or 20th anniversary! We’ll see 🙂

    Reply
  11. Lindsay Bozek says

    October 4, 2016 at 5:03 pm

    Happy Anniversary!! Your wedding photos are absolutely beautiful. I just had my 8th anniversary this year as well – we are looking forward to our 10th so we can go on a vacation together with NO KIDS!! 🙂

    Reply
  12. Jackie says

    October 4, 2016 at 6:38 pm

    Gorgeous photos! Happy Anniversary!!

    Reply
  13. Heather Arrington says

    October 4, 2016 at 6:43 pm

    I LOVE LOVE LOVE these!! Happy anniversary!!!

    Reply
  14. Mistle says

    October 5, 2016 at 9:19 am

    Your cake is adorable!!! Everything looks so pretty!!!! You look like you had a blast at your reception!

    Reply
  15. Lindsay @ The Flynnigans says

    October 5, 2016 at 10:42 am

    I’m speechless, lady! Gorgeous pictures. I look back on my own wedding with fond memories and I’d love to do it all over again. It was such fun! Happy Anniversary! 🙂 xo

    Reply
  16. Ashley Stephenson says

    October 6, 2016 at 9:14 am

    Happy Anniversary!!!

    Reply
  17. Christina says

    October 6, 2016 at 9:39 am

    Super cute! I love the cake. I’m getting married next year and can’t wait to look back on our wedding anniversary years from now!
    xo. Christina
    http://www.xoxochristina.com

    Reply
  18. Linh Vo says

    October 6, 2016 at 10:03 am

    Well aren’t you a stunning bride! Such a beautiful day love and happy anniv! The Hello Kitty cake topper was adorable!

    Reply
    • Shann Eva says

      October 9, 2016 at 9:04 pm

      Awe. Thank you!

      Reply
  19. Marette Flora @ Floradise says

    October 6, 2016 at 10:19 am

    Happy anniversary! Looks like a lovely wedding. I like the cake toppers!

    Reply
  20. Stef@CraftyChristian says

    October 6, 2016 at 11:13 am

    Happy anniversary! Such beautiful pictures. We have our 6th anniversary coming up in a few months. It’s crazy how quickly that time goes!

    Reply
    • Shann Eva says

      October 9, 2016 at 9:04 pm

      Yes…too fast!

      Reply
  21. Wendie Schneider says

    October 6, 2016 at 11:53 am

    I love this post! And your husband is a hottie LOL! Congrats and happy anniversary!

    Reply
  22. Susan Croox says

    October 6, 2016 at 1:20 pm

    Beautiful pictures! Lake Geneva is a wonderful place to get married ?

    Reply
  23. Mary Barham says

    October 6, 2016 at 2:00 pm

    beautiful wedding!!! I love reminiscing about ours!

    Reply
    • Shann Eva says

      October 9, 2016 at 9:04 pm

      Yes, good memories. Thank you!

      Reply
  24. Savannah says

    October 6, 2016 at 5:55 pm

    OMG, how sweeet!!! Happy Anniversary to you both! 8 years?! Wow, what an achievement-nearly a full decade.
    I love that you waited until the ceremony to see each other, I’m sure it was definitely a special feeling when you saw each other for the first time at your wedding <3 Thanks for sharing the love!!

    Reply
    • Shann Eva says

      October 9, 2016 at 9:02 pm

      Yes! Thank you so much Savannah!

      Reply
  25. DT says

    October 6, 2016 at 8:34 pm

    That is a beautiful ceremony— such great pictures!

    Happy anniversary ?

    — DT | Here I Scribble

    Reply
    • Shann Eva says

      October 9, 2016 at 9:02 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  26. Jen C @ Apples & Oranges says

    October 6, 2016 at 9:04 pm

    Happy anniversary! Love the cake toppers!

    Reply
    • Shann Eva says

      October 9, 2016 at 9:02 pm

      Thanks Jen!

      Reply
  27. Ananda says

    October 6, 2016 at 10:49 pm

    happy anniversary! gorgeous photos and such sweet memories! <3

    Reply
    • Shann Eva says

      October 9, 2016 at 9:02 pm

      Thank you Ananda!

      Reply
  28. Kaitlyn Fickle Killebrew says

    October 7, 2016 at 7:41 pm

    This is such a sweet post! You look beautiful and the wedding looked gorgeous?

    Reply
    • Shann Eva says

      October 9, 2016 at 9:01 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  29. Fullest Mom says

    October 8, 2016 at 11:29 am

    Congratulations. Love the celebration of marriage and all it stands for. I know this is a post about your anniversary, but where did you get those adorable cake toppers?

    Reply
    • Shann Eva says

      October 9, 2016 at 9:01 pm

      I actually ordered them off of Ebay 🙂

      Reply
  30. Shortsweetmom says

    October 9, 2016 at 10:50 am

    Love all these beautiful photos! Your cake toppers are awesome. Moscow mule cups are a great anniversary gift. Thank you for sharing about your special day. ❤️

    Reply
    • Shann Eva says

      October 9, 2016 at 9:01 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  31. Dia says

    October 9, 2016 at 11:02 pm

    Congrats on 8 years. You guys looked so beautiful. One day I hope to be there. To 80 more!

    Reply

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