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1 Month (standard)
Guy Stuff
The Boys Getting Ready
Countdown to Ceremony
Max's day was complete with his bud's and a foot ball game on the big screen TV!
Max & Brothers
Max, Billy and Johnny hang out just before the ceremony. (Must be half-time!)
Johnny Ettinger
Johnny's own wedding to Jill is coming up soon.
Best Man Billy to the Rescue!
Billy & Max get things straight for the ceremony. What else are brother's for!
Max & Harry
Harry is Max's old college buddy--of course they met playing football!
Sharon Hilliker
Our Fashion Angel-part of the wedding task force that helped us pull it all off!
Courtney's Veil
Courtney & Staci (bridesmaid)
Court's roommate did her hair in college, so it's fitting she make touch ups now
Details for the Perfect Bride!
Beads & Feathers on her bag, a lace garter and Pearl & Sequin Tennis Shoes?
Courtney & Kaleigh
Courtney shares a special moment with her Jr. Bridesmaid.
Mindy & Kirstyn
Kirstyn missed the "Beauty Salon Brunch" so Mindy saved the day!
Courtney & Kenzie (Flowergirl)
Courtney has been Kenzie's "Big Girl Friend" since she was just 5 months old!
Tiny Toes!
Kenzie's tiny toes will soon take a BIG walk down the aisle as the flowergirl!
Sophisticated Footwear!
Mom, lacing up Courtney's tennis shoes one last time. The bride wore sneakers!
Courtney & her "mini-maids"
Josie (ring bearer-ette), Kenzie (flower girl) and Kaleigh (Jr. Bridesmaid)
Courtney & "The Girls"
Kaleigh, Courtney, Kenzie and Josie pose for a quick shot in the loft alcove.
Little "Miss Josie"
Our Ring Bearer-ette, Josie and her Mother, Mindy were wonderful attendants.
Kenzie
A pensive moment before the ceremony begins.
A Proud and Happy Mom!
A quick hug for my beautiful bride. She always makes me proud and oh so happy!
Mother & Daugther
Mindy & Josie head downstairs for a peek at the bride as she dresses.
Silk Duchess Satin and Roses....
Swarovski Crystals, Freshwater Pearls, Tiny pearl buttons..the "Perfect Gown" !
Memorizing Vows
20 minutes before the ceremony, Courtney tries to remember her vows...
Courtney
Posed with the heirloom cross made of her grand & great- grand mother's diamonds
Staci & Natalie
Bridesmaids Staci (front) and Natalie (back) seem to like Courtney's gown.
Stephanie & Mindy
Courtney's first appearance is met with approval, smiles and a tear or two.
Ladies in Wait
Anxious attendants wait for a glimpse of Courtney in her gown.
More Surprises!
Max's bro Billy presents Courtney with a gift from her groom- a diamond bracelet
Max got a few surprises too!
Tom presents Max with our gift to welcome him as our son-"time and love"!
An Heirloom gift for Courtney
A cross of diamonds made from her grand and great grand-mothers wedding rings.
Nicole
Nicole's wedding to Billy is just around the corner!
Stephanie & Courtney
These two are always giggling-not even formal wedding garb could change that!
Courtney & Nicole
Nicole is Court's new sister-in-law. Both couples were engaged on the same day!
Courtney & Natalie
Natalie and Courtney met in college and have remained close friends ever since.
Courtney & Kirstyn
The maid of honor whispers a quick wish in her sister's ear.
Courtney & Kirstyn
Kirstyn was a glowing maid of honor despite her ordeal the night before.
Courtney & Staci
Courtney & Staci have been best friends since they were college roommates.
Courtney & Kenzie
The flowergirl threw petals from a watering can along our garden's pathway.
Courtney & Kaleigh
Since age 2, this youngest bridesmaid has been a special friend to Courtney.
Courtney & Mindy
Courtney & Mindy have been close buds since their Junior year of high school.
Courtney and the Littlest Ones
The ring pillow was made from the wedding gown of the mother of the bride.
Wedding Program
A Ceremony Program was given to each guest as they arrived. A sort of Who's Who!
The Ring Pillow
The rings carried on the pillow are my parents-to honor our shared wedding date!
Heirloom Cross
Courtney was able to have her grandmother with her on her special day after all.
Courtney's Veil
Swarovski Crystals studded her silk tulle veil topped off with a jeweled comb.
Something Blue
The date & their initials were monogrammed in blue on the hem of her train.
Ceremony Music
The Grand Rapids Youth Symphony played for the ceremony.
The Garden Waits
A serene moment before the guests arrive-our gardens seem to take a breath.
We're on our way!
The wedding party makes their way out the front door as the ceremony begins.
..and Pretty Maids all in a row.
A parade of beautiful bridesmaids begin their walk through the garden trellis.
Daddy and his Little Girl
A moment's hesitation before he walks his precious daughter down the aisle.
An Anxious Groom
Max waits patiently for his bride to appear.
The Garden Altar
A gazebo on the crest of a knoll in our gardens made a perfect altar.
A Garden Path of Rose Petals
No one was more calm and collected (or cute!) than our flower girl Kenzie!
Miss Josie
Our Little Miss Josie carried the symbols of marriage down the aisle.
This is It!
A last look to Dad for support before making her way down the aisle.
Father & Daughter
Courtney's dad guides her down the garden steps to her groom waiting below.
Through the Garden
Family & Friends watch as Tom escorts Courtney through the gardens to the altar.
A First Glimpse
Max beams as he first catches sight of his bride.
Blessings
Courtney & Max pray together just before taking their vows.
The Unity Candle
Lit from two memorial candles-for Max's Brother and Courtney's Grandmother.
Kirstyn - The Maid of Honor
Kirsty had to sit during the ceremony due to her leg injury. LONG STORY!
A Beaming Bride
I've never seen a happier bride & groom. Their joy shined through every moment!
Barefoot Bride & Dashing Groom
Heading off for a private moment after the ceremony!
The New Mr. & Mrs. Kerry
Max escorts his new bride up the steps and off to the reception!
It's Official!
Kirstyn & Billy sign the wedding license with Pastor Paul officiating
A Beautiful Bridal Party
Aren't they pretty!!!
The Groomsmen
L to R: Greg, Jay, Johnny, Max, Bill, Brian, Kevin, and Harry
A Little GQ !
The boys strike a pose.
Beautiful Bridesmaids
Nicole, Staci, Stephanie, Natalie, Mindy, Kenzie & Kaleigh, Kirstyn & Miss Josie
Courtney's Angels
Who needs Charlie's Angels with these beauties around!
The Stevens Family
Cheryle (mom) & Tom (dad), Courtney & Max, Kirstyn (sister).
The Kerry Family
Patti & Bill, Courtney & Max, Bill & Nicole, and Brian
The Ettinger Family
Kevin, Billy & Nicole, Courtney & Max, John & Jill, Nora & Jack.
Courtney and Max Kerry
July 19, 2003
The Gazebo Amassed in Roses
A gazebo placed on a knoll among the hemlocks created a beautiful altar setting.
Courtney & The Littlest Angels
Kaleigh & Kendzie O'Brien were the perfect choice as Jr. Bridesmaid & Flowergirl
Courtney & Tom
Daddy and Daughter take one last look at the gardens together.
The Bride & Her Mom
What a joyous moment together---the ceremony is over now, on to the reception!!
Bride & Parents
Proud parents with and over-joyed bride.
Courtney & Kirstyn
Bride and Maid of Honor/Sister
Best Friends
Max and his brother/best man, Billy.
Mother & Son
Max and his mother, Nora stop to get their photo taken after the ceremony
Father & Son
Max poses with his father Bill Kerry after the ceremony in the Stevens' gardens.
Max & His Parents
Max takes a moment to share the happy occasion with his parents-Bill and Nora
Courtney's Bouquet
Dear friends-Walter and Barry-Florists Extraordinaire did a spectacular job!!
Her Hand in Marriage
Courtney seemed to have diamonds everywhere--especially in her eyes!
She's Never Too Old.....
for Daddy to tie her shoes. Tennis shoes adorned with pearls, sequins & lace.
Bridal Tennis Anyone!
The bride shows off the comfortable reception footware made by her mom, Cheryle
Garden Tranquility
Courtney poses beside the waterfall and the garden stream.
By the Pond
Pausing for a moment by the pond- A perfect setting for a perfect couple.
Showered in Love & Rose Petals
Guests received bags of rose petals to toss as the couple left for the reception
We're off....
to the reception-held in the Ambassador Ballroom of the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel!
Husband & Wife
Courtney & Max Kerry - July 19th, 2003
Just the two of us!
At last!!!!
Courtney & Max
When I look into your eyes I see that love lives there.
Our Guest Book
A framed photo with wide matting for guests to sign in lieu of a guest book.
Max & The Prontis
Max chats with his best friend Greg and Dad, Mike at the cocktail reception.
Place Settngs
The menu card and a candle placecard greeted every guest at their dinner table.
The Head Table
Taken just before everyone was escorted into the ballroom for dinner
Candlelight and Roses
The ballroom was lighted with over 400 candles and roses were everywhere..
The Wedding and Groom Cakes
White and Chocolate cake for the bride...NEW YORK Cheesecake for Max-of course!
The Dining Room
Taken just before guests were escorted in to dinner from the cocktail reception.
Their Names in Lights
Courtney & Max's placecards-the first time Courtney sees her new name.
With this ring....
Court's ring read: "Forever" - Max's said: "Hypothetical Come Tru
Secret Engravings
The couple finally got a chance to read the inscriptions on their wedding rings.
Steph & Kevin
Max's Oldest Brother Kevin escorted Courtney's best friend Stephanie Lieber.
Welcome
Tom began the evening with a welcome to our guests and newest family members.
Kirstyn's Toast
Unable to stand, Kirsty moved us all to tears by her toast to the Bride & Groom.
Billy's Speech
The best man made a beautiful speech. We were all in tears-Billy most of all!
Kirstyn & Tim
Tim Hilliker-Kirstyns first BIG BROTHER was part of the wedding task force too!
Great Friends
Great shot with Courtney's high school pal, Rob Damuth and fiancee, Nicole.
Wedding Cake & Grooms Cake
White cake W/Passion fruit & Mango alternated w/Chocolate cake & raspberries.
Cutting the Cake
The cake knife was Waterford Crystal and Sterling engraved with their monogram.
No Fair, Too Big!
No nibble for Courtney-She had her cake and ate it too!-Now for that cheesecake!
First Dance
Courtney & Max shared their first dance to "Cowboy" by the Dixie Chicks.
Special Moments
Courtney & Max began their friendship dancing and danced their way into love!
The Father of the Bride
Courtney & Tom share a special moment dancing to "The Way You Look Tonight."
Max & his Mom
Max and Nora happily & gracefully dance to "Have I Told You Lately I Love You."
Courtney and Max's Dad
Courtney learns a few new steps from her new father in law, Bill Kerry.
Max & A Very Special Lady
Max shares a dance with his step mom, Patti.
Cheryle & Her New Son
Finally a boy in the family!
Courtney & Jack
Courtney & Jack giggle as they share a special dance to a Van Morrison tune.
Mom & Dad's Anniversary Dance
A special 29th anniversary (7-19-74) dance to "Through the Years" for Mom & Dad
Mission Impossible
The Mission Impossible theme was played as Max removed the garter!
The Bouquet Toss!
The girls leap to catch the bouquet! Falon Moore, who sang at the wedding, won!
The Garter Launch!
Max tosses the garter. Scot Westwater won in the end!
Courtney & the Girls
The girls watch the garter toss from a safe distance-in front of the cake table.
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