Our nephew's wedding was on Saturday evening at his parent's home. The weather was beautiful, more than anyone could ask for. The grounds on this old farm were perfectly manicured revealing the hours of time that my SIL and BIL put into the preparation for this special day. We parked in the field by the gorgeous white tent, and were greeted by this old hitching wagon, where the gifts were to be placed.

Butterflies were everywhere among the pink and yellow flowers. An added and unplanned addition to the outdoor beauty of the evening.


A bouquet tied onto an old iron gate and the "Welcome" sign created a sense of the hospitality that awaited us.



The meadow and the pond were the finest wedding backdrop nature could provide. Gone was the rain of the first few days of this past week and the hot, sticky weather that followed it. Instead it was clear, with lots of sun, cooler and a slight breeze...a perfect August evening.

My SIL's artistic touch to the white arch.



Who says you have to carry the ring pillow right side up?

Presenting the new bride and groom after a short and meaningful service given by their brother-in-law as the officiating minister.

Some of the bridesmaids relaxing together after the ceremony. My SIL's carefully planted pink and yellow flowers graced the gardens surrounding the house. A good family friend was the talented florist.



Catching a moment... just the two of them.

My dear SIL and BIL. This was their youngest son's wedding.



Grandma requested this picture of her grandchildren, the ones who were able to attend the wedding. Because of my amateur photography skills, I forgot to remove the white chairs in the meadow.

Inside the white tent, the reception festivities were about to begin. What fun to see my four nephew brothers in their white shirts and ties. They looked so handsome.



Walking through the gate and about to enter the reception tent as the new Mr. and Mrs., this couple could not stop smiling.

The creatively and beautifully decorated tent.



As the sun started to set, the lights of the tent added a glow to this farm meadow. It was a privilege to be part of this lovely event for a special couple. Since I enjoy seeing the wedding pictures shared so often in blogland, I thought you might enjoy seeing the transformation of the grounds that took place at this family wedding Saturday evening.



I took this picture at 5:30pm on Sunday evening. What a difference 24 hours made. We were all so grateful for the gift of a perfect summer evening on Saturday.