Wedding Reflection – Amanda and Jeff

Gratitude  //  8th February 2016

Amanda and Jeff were married on July 18, 2015 at St. John the Baptist Church in Westport, MA with a beautiful reception at Carolyn Sakonnet Vineyards in Little Compton, Rhode Island. Here are a few of their reflections from the beginning of their lives together!

1. When reflecting on your wedding, what is it that you remember most?

That’s a tough one because it was such a magical day and one that went by too quickly if you ask us! We would have to say that it was the people – the sentiments of love and support we experienced during our wedding day was overwhelming and everyone was there to celebrate the love we share for one another. It’s an AMAZING feeling!

2. If you could plan your wedding again, would you do anything differently?

We wouldn’t change anything about our wedding day; however, we sometimes stressed about the little details. I would remember not to sweat the small stuff. No one notices it anyway!

3. What, if anything, did you do before your wedding that helped prepare you most for life after saying “I Do”?

We talked about everything we wanted for our lives – our goals, dreams, children, how to raise them, gender expression of our future children, etc. Although we do not have children yet, it’s good to know that all the major parts of our lives are similar and we have the same expectations for our married life together. We would also say that speaking with loved ones helped us to understand that no two marriages are the same and that it needs to be unique to us.

4. What is it that you LOVE most about being married that all of those engaged couples can look forward to?

EVERYTHING! Okay, maybe not everything but we like that we have a partner in each life obstacle or celebration. It’s great to know that if you are having a bad day at work that you can come home to someone who loves you and understands that maybe they will have to cook dinner to lessen the stress of the day. You are a team going through life together instead of feeling the pressures on your own.

5. What advice would you give to an engaged couple who is currently planning their own wedding?

First, it’s your wedding so the only opinions that truly matter is between you both. Yes, family is important and love ones might want to help but you do not NEED to do anything you both don’t love or want to do. Second, don’t sweat the small stuff. If you can’t get something to be exactly like you want it, it’s okay. People will remember the food, the music, and the love you both have for one another.

6. Is there anything else that you would like to share with other engaged/newly married couples?

When you’re married your love for each other will continue to grow so don’t forget to take time to bask in each other. Go on a date night, work out together, just do something at least once a week that is exclusively for you both. And remember to appreciate each other because love is the most beautiful thing in life!!

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We are so excited to start this year off with a Wedding Reflections Series on our blog from our 2015 Liz and Ryan couples! We understand that wedding planning can be hard and overwhelming… but we hope you never forget that all that really matters is that you are getting MARRIED! ;) That is so exciting! When wedding planning becomes stressful, please know that you are not alone and there are a lot of people out there (including us and our 2015 couples ;) ) who are cheering you on and want your marriage to start off on the right track! Please let us know how we can help make the start of your marriage AMAZING! ;)