{Tell us about the proposal!}
I am from Clinton, Mississippi and moved to Arkansas to start my career as a veterinarian. After starting this position, my associate and I were featured on the radio, and Levi (my now husband) heard me on the radio and apparently thought I sounded cute. After friending me on Facebook, Levi and I messaged each other for a few months prior to me giving him my phone number. And....after our first date, we spent as much time as possible together and knew pretty early on that this was it for both of us... we knew had found "the one." Levi proposed to me at my vet clinic via a radiograph with a metallic ring and sign that he made saying "Marry Me?" I was completely surprised, and...obviously said YES! After I got home from work that night, I also realized that not only had Levi asked my dad for my hand in marriage, but he had also asked my very special dog that I grew up with (my 15 year old dog named Angel). He had pictures made of him, with my engagement ring, asking her. And, of course, she approved. Levi and I now are looking to relocate to Mississippi (after residing in Arkansas).
I am from Clinton, Mississippi and moved to Arkansas to start my career as a veterinarian. After starting this position, my associate and I were featured on the radio, and Levi (my now husband) heard me on the radio and apparently thought I sounded cute. After friending me on Facebook, Levi and I messaged each other for a few months prior to me giving him my phone number. And....after our first date, we spent as much time as possible together and knew pretty early on that this was it for both of us... we knew had found "the one." Levi proposed to me at my vet clinic via a radiograph with a metallic ring and sign that he made saying "Marry Me?" I was completely surprised, and...obviously said YES! After I got home from work that night, I also realized that not only had Levi asked my dad for my hand in marriage, but he had also asked my very special dog that I grew up with (my 15 year old dog named Angel). He had pictures made of him, with my engagement ring, asking her. And, of course, she approved. Levi and I now are looking to relocate to Mississippi (after residing in Arkansas).
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{What was the main inspiration for your wedding?}
My main inspiration for wedding planning was my love (and my husband's love) for a rustic, simple, classic feel. We both LOVE the outdoors and desired an outdoor wedding, and McClain Lodge in Brandon, Mississippi was the perfect location for our rustic, country wedding theme. It just fit both our personalities perfectly.
We loved the area down by the Oaks, and even though it rained on our wedding day, we still opted to get married in front of the beautiful fireplace under the arbor. The reception hall was perfect as well. With a very rustic, country, yet elegant feel, it fit Levi and my desires to a tee. The lighting in the reception hall just further added to the ambiance.
Everything truly was perfect!
{What was your favorite moment from your wedding day?}
That is a difficult question! My husband was dead set on NOT seeing me AT ALL the day of the wedding (or until I walked down the aisle). The wedding wasn't until 5... and for me and Levi, not seeing each for that amount of time was extremely challenging. So... with that in mind, my favorite part of the wedding was either getting to hold his hand around the corner from me (without seeing him) during some pre-wedding photos of us, OR getting to see him waiting for me at the end of the aisle at the wedding.... OR dancing our first dance together. Like I said... it is difficult to pick between those three things. Haha.
My main inspiration for wedding planning was my love (and my husband's love) for a rustic, simple, classic feel. We both LOVE the outdoors and desired an outdoor wedding, and McClain Lodge in Brandon, Mississippi was the perfect location for our rustic, country wedding theme. It just fit both our personalities perfectly.
We loved the area down by the Oaks, and even though it rained on our wedding day, we still opted to get married in front of the beautiful fireplace under the arbor. The reception hall was perfect as well. With a very rustic, country, yet elegant feel, it fit Levi and my desires to a tee. The lighting in the reception hall just further added to the ambiance.
Everything truly was perfect!
{What was your favorite moment from your wedding day?}
That is a difficult question! My husband was dead set on NOT seeing me AT ALL the day of the wedding (or until I walked down the aisle). The wedding wasn't until 5... and for me and Levi, not seeing each for that amount of time was extremely challenging. So... with that in mind, my favorite part of the wedding was either getting to hold his hand around the corner from me (without seeing him) during some pre-wedding photos of us, OR getting to see him waiting for me at the end of the aisle at the wedding.... OR dancing our first dance together. Like I said... it is difficult to pick between those three things. Haha.
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{What are some of your favorite details from your big day?}
My favorite details included the flowers (all flowers were white daisies with yellow centers), the pictures of my dog Angel with Levi asking her permission to marry me, and probably just the scenery at McClain Lodge. As far as what made them each so special... I just have always loved daisies and my husband and I love the outdoors.. The photos of Angel are incredibly special. Levi knew that she was the biggest part of my life for the last 15 years, and before she passed away, he made sure to ask her permission to marry me. Angel approved of Levi from day 1... and honestly, she was a tough critic...others in the past did not pass her inspection. But, Angel knew me best and knew when there was someone who was genuine and someone who could love me like she did...only then did she approve.
{How did you pick your photographer?}
As I searched for the right photographer and came across Jeff Chao's photos, they struck me as just so authentic and real. There was no special effect added, he utilized natural lighting, and he captured moments and emotions so well...that was why I wanted to use him. From the very beginning, Jeff was phenomenal to work with. He put Levi and I at ease very quickly (which I was the one needed to be put at ease the most). It's hard to describe, but Jeff just captured Levi and my love and personalities perfectly. Our type of relationship and love can easily be seen in the photos he took. Jeff is just an easy-going, down to earth guy that has amazing photography skills and expertise!
My favorite details included the flowers (all flowers were white daisies with yellow centers), the pictures of my dog Angel with Levi asking her permission to marry me, and probably just the scenery at McClain Lodge. As far as what made them each so special... I just have always loved daisies and my husband and I love the outdoors.. The photos of Angel are incredibly special. Levi knew that she was the biggest part of my life for the last 15 years, and before she passed away, he made sure to ask her permission to marry me. Angel approved of Levi from day 1... and honestly, she was a tough critic...others in the past did not pass her inspection. But, Angel knew me best and knew when there was someone who was genuine and someone who could love me like she did...only then did she approve.
{How did you pick your photographer?}
As I searched for the right photographer and came across Jeff Chao's photos, they struck me as just so authentic and real. There was no special effect added, he utilized natural lighting, and he captured moments and emotions so well...that was why I wanted to use him. From the very beginning, Jeff was phenomenal to work with. He put Levi and I at ease very quickly (which I was the one needed to be put at ease the most). It's hard to describe, but Jeff just captured Levi and my love and personalities perfectly. Our type of relationship and love can easily be seen in the photos he took. Jeff is just an easy-going, down to earth guy that has amazing photography skills and expertise!
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{Tell us a bit about your flowers!}
I told the florist (Mrs. Judy Bufkin) that I absolutely LOVED white daisies and wanted them EVERYWHERE. And.. that is exactly what she did, and it looked beautiful. My bouquet was a mixture of greenery and white daisies (to make the daisies stand out more) and each groomsman and bridesmaid had daisy flowers incorporated in their boutonnieres and bouquets. All center pieces were also daisies in the reception hall.
{What was your favorite part of the wedding planning process?}
My favorite part of the wedding planning process was honestly a mixture of everything. I just was excited to make our day as special as possible with special touches that would best represent Levi and myself (such as breakfast food for dinner, daisies for flowers, rustic setting, etc.)
I told the florist (Mrs. Judy Bufkin) that I absolutely LOVED white daisies and wanted them EVERYWHERE. And.. that is exactly what she did, and it looked beautiful. My bouquet was a mixture of greenery and white daisies (to make the daisies stand out more) and each groomsman and bridesmaid had daisy flowers incorporated in their boutonnieres and bouquets. All center pieces were also daisies in the reception hall.
{What was your favorite part of the wedding planning process?}
My favorite part of the wedding planning process was honestly a mixture of everything. I just was excited to make our day as special as possible with special touches that would best represent Levi and myself (such as breakfast food for dinner, daisies for flowers, rustic setting, etc.)
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Photographer: Jeff Chao- Chao Photography | Dress: Elle James Bridal |Florist: Judy Bufkin
Venue: McClain Lodge (Brandon, MS) | Event Coordinators Angela Measels with McClain Lodge and Madelyn Lofton
Venue: McClain Lodge (Brandon, MS) | Event Coordinators Angela Measels with McClain Lodge and Madelyn Lofton
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