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Jen + Travis : Luau Pointe Vow Renewal at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Part II

February 5, 2020 by Jensey Leave a Comment

(Continued from Part 1!)

After portraits around Sarasota Springs, it was off to Jen and Travis’s vow renewal at the Polynesian Village Resort. Be still my heart! <3

Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
They *began* their wedding ceremony by walking in through a petal toss and leading guests to the ceremony site. <3
Rose petal toss at Disney's Polynesian Resort Vow renewal at Disney's Polynesian Resort
I am so, so, so in love with these Luau Pointe ceremonies! I mean. <3
Vow renewal at Disney's Polynesian Resort
Jen and Travis officiated the ceremony themselves, with the perfect bit of humor and sentimentality. They lost both of their fathers since their wedding day, and so much of the day honored their memories by quoting their words. My favorite part of the ceremony was when they took turns reading their original vows, and then read what they wanted to add them 10 years later. It was so sweet and simple and the first time in my life I think we maaaaay plan a 20 year vow renewal ourselves. ;)
Vow renewal at Disney's Polynesian Resort Wedding guests holding hands Vow renewal at Disney's Polynesian Resort Big group photo at a Disney wedding Family photos at a Disney wedding Family photos at a Disney wedding
After family photos, their guests were treated to a complimentary Dole Whip. Look. At. These. Fastpasses!! <3
Fastpasses for wedding complimentary Dole Whips Wedding portraits at Disney's Polynesian Resort Disney wedding Dole Whips Disney wedding Dole Whips Wedding portraits at Disney's Polynesian Resort Wedding portraits at Disney's Polynesian Resort
One last photo of Jen’s morning look…
Wedding portraits at Disney's Polynesian Resort
… and now their evening attire! <3
Wedding portraits at Disney's Polynesian Resort Wedding portraits at Disney's Polynesian Resort Wedding portraits at Disney's Polynesian Resort
Maybe my favorite. <3
Wedding portraits at Disney's Polynesian Resort Wedding portraits at Disney's Polynesian Resort Wedding portraits at Disney's Polynesian Resort Wedding portraits at Disney's Polynesian Resort
I drove our gear to the Contemporary while Jen, Travis, and Nate hopped on the monorail to head to the reception. <3
Disney Monorail wedding photos Disney Monorail wedding photos Bride and groom with Cinderella Castle
The Napa Room and the gentlemen who run it forever have my heart. <3
Wedding reception at the Napa Room California Grill Wedding reception at the Napa Room California Grill Disney Orange Bird wedding decor Wedding reception at the Napa Room California Grill
Instead of having guests toast them, Jen and Travis walked around and introduced, toasted, and occasionally roasted their friends and family. <3
Wedding reception at the Napa Room California Grill Wedding reception at the Napa Room California Grill
Another favorite thing about the reception?! The gorgeous gal on the left is Ollie’s babysitter! Jen reached out asking if we knew anyone she could hire to take care of the kids’ table at the reception and we knew Jasmine would be the perfect fit! We know how much Ollie adores her, but it was so fun seeing her come in with her bag of tricks and color with a one year old while encouraging a 5 year old to build a tower while going through Brain Teasers with a 10 year old. You could tell that every child felt paid attention to and I think I heard people raving about Jasmine more than their Dole Whips! I hope more couples bring her along for their day!! <3
Bride and groom with Disney fireworks Bride and groom with Disney fireworks Bride and groom with Disney fireworks Bride and groom with Disney fireworks
Jen and Travis, our hearts are so full but I’ve never felt so nervous to click publish on a blog post!! We love y’all and hope to see you again soon!!! :)
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Filed Under: Disney, General, Weddings Tagged With: california grill, dftw kristie, disney's polynesian village resort, feature, happily ever after fireworks, napa room, vow renewal

Courtney + Andy : Wedding Pavilion and California Grill Wedding and Reception

January 26, 2020 by Jensey Leave a Comment

We knew we would love these two from the first piece of mail they sent us: Their signed wedding agreement and retainer, along with the happiest drawings! We got one of Huckleberry, and I remember telling Nate, “I just feel like not many photographers  get custom drawings of their pets when clients send payment… Right?!”

Like Andy, I first noticed Courtney’s piercing baby blue eyes when she first opened the door! Before I knew it, we were bonding over our shared love of Disney and long road trips. <3 The whole day just felt easy, and of course it helped that she had the sweetest vendors on her wedding day- We always love working with Lindsay from Disney Weddings at the dream team at the California Grill <3

Without further ado, enjoy my favorites from our first wedding of 2020!! <3

Engagement ring on a vintage beaded ring box

Courtney, you were so so gorgeous! <3 Can you believe her mom did her hair?!

Bride getting ready at the Grand Floridian Resort Mother zipping up her daughter's wedding dress Mary Poppins Penguin Fountain at Disney's Grand Floridian

Can’t go wrong with a first look with these penguins! :)

First Look at Mary Poppins Penguin Fountain at Disney's Grand Floridian Bride and groom at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort Relaxed groom portrait Grand Floridian chandelier bridal portrait

This liiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiight!!!! <3

Relaxed bride and groom Wedding Pavilion portrait Relaxed bride and groom Wedding Pavilion portrait Rapunzel themed wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion Disney's Wedding Pavilion ceremony Disney's Wedding Pavilion ceremony Disney's Wedding Pavilion ceremony Disney's Wedding Pavilion ceremony Disney's Wedding Pavilion ceremony

Those Nate Root sunset photooooooos! <3

Bride and groom at sunset at Disney's Wedding Pavilion Bride and groom at sunset at Disney's Wedding Pavilion Bride and groom at sunset at Disney's Wedding Pavilion Sunset at Frank's in Walt Disney World Walt Disney World Grand Floridian Resort First dance in the Whitehall Room at the Grand Floridian Father daughter dance in the Whitehall Room at the Grand Floridian

I always get emotional with mother son dances now but add an adoption story in the mix and I’m honestly amazed when my photos come out in focus!

Mother son dance in the Whitehall Room at the Grand Floridian Rapunzel Tangled "Best Day Ever" lantern wedding cakeCustom drinks at a Disney wedding reception Tangled inspired wedding reception at Disney's California Grill Tangled inspired wedding reception at Disney's California Grill Fireworks kiss during Happily Ever After at the Magic Kingdom Fireworks kiss during Happily Ever After at the Magic Kingdom Rapunzel Tangled "Best Day Ever" lantern wedding cake

Courtney and Andy, we love y’all and are so happy to have you as part of our Root Lifers family!! We can’t wait to meet up again!! :)

Filed Under: General, Weddings Tagged With: california grill, dftw lindsay, disney wedding, kevin knox, wedding pavilion

Rose + Eric : Boardwalk Inn and Contemporary Resort Disney Wedding

February 11, 2019 by Jensey 1 Comment

Rose and Eric’s day had an *early* start.

So early, in fact, that they were gracious enough to book us a room at the Contemporary the night before their wedding so we could just be an elevator ride away from Rose’s room in the morning. :)

Eric’s alarm didn’t go off the morning of the wedding, so he had to rush to get ready in the same room as Rose! They hung up her dress bag so he couldn’t see his bride getting ready!

Just taking a peek at their wedding venue. <3

The smiles you get mid ceremony when your friend officiates! :)

My girl! <3

Goodbye (for now!) selfie time! :)

Because after some quick Ollie snuggles and a bite to eat, it was off to Epcot! :)

Rose and Eric, thank you for everything!!!

 

Filed Under: Disney, General, Weddings Tagged With: california grill, dftw elise, disney wedding, disney's boardwalk inn, epcot illuminations, epcot illuminations dessert party, sea breeze point

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