Our wedding, was fantastic! We had practically no money to use to get married, but through an incredible amount of generosity by others it was amazing!
The location was the Howard County Iron Bridge Hound's Hunt club, with there breathtaking grounds and welcoming club. Petra had hunted on Dr. Roger Scullan's horses for three years and we enjoyed helping with the puppy walking. We asked if we could hold our wedding and reception there and they very graciously said yes! We owe them the biggest Thank You Ever!
We had the ceremony outside in the hound showing ring, we were very lucky with the weather.We had our rehearsal the evening before and as I stood looking into Petra's eyes and holding her hands in the very spot we would be the next day I felt a incredible sensation and a outpouring of emotion. I knew I was doing the right thing and was very thankful she chose me! It was sunny and warm that day, and the sun was setting behind a few clouds which caused beautiful streams of light to go across the sky.Words can't express how beautiful Petra looked that day
We had a wonderful meal that night at The Brick Ridge restaurant. It is a very quaint and picturesque family owned and run restaurant near Mt Airy Maryland.The food is delicious and the service is excellent!We enjoyed visiting and laughing with family and friends in preparation for the big day.
The wedding day was clear and warm. We had a good turnout and the retired pastor Tom Paris who is also a world class farrier was kind enough to give us his services.We used the Rascal Flats song "Broken Road" for our wedding march, because we both felt it described our journey and feeling for that moment.Grant and Joshua looked so handsome all dressed up to be a part of the wedding party and help us on our special day.
Tom spoke beautifully as he presided over the ceremony, everything went smoothly.After some pictures we went into the club for the reception. We asked everyone if they would bring a dish as we were unable to afford a caterer.We were worried at first if this would work out and what people might think, but it couldn't have been better! Everyone brought their specialty , and it was the best food I have ever had and so much to choose from. I would like to thank everyone again.We ate and laughed and ate and danced and ate and visited the hounds and ate well you get the picture. Petra loved visiting with her favorite hunt horse in her gown and all the pictures taken with the hounds. My best man Tom works for a Micro Brewery in Westminster Maryland at Pub Dog, and he helped provide some of the refreshments, thanks Tom! A grand Time was had by all!!!
I hope in sharing this it helped brighten your day.
Sincerely,
John
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