Sunday, April 6, 2008

Best Day Ever

Well, it finally happened! We got hitched! I am now a Paxman (not quite official, still have to change my SSN and get an Oregon license but I'm considering that a technicality.) We started the festivities off with a dinner on Friday night with lots of family and friends. It was held at the clubhouse in Heather and Matthew's neighborhood (Scott's sister and bro-in-law.) We had it catered by none other than Cafe Rio, delicious!

Saturday was perfect, the weather cooperated nicely and we enjoyed a beautiful day. Our sealing (marriage ceremony) was at 1pm but Scott and I had to be at the temple at noon. I won't tell you what time I got there but let's just say that Scott made it there first. No worries, I wasn't so late that we delayed the ceremony just late enough to make Scott wonder if I was going to show up. It was all due to some traffic in Sandy where I was getting my hair done, whoopsie! (Becky--I'm still getting comments on the hair! You did an amazing job!)

Once there, Scott and I had time to spend with each other, I have never seen Scott nervous until this point, he says it's equivalent to nerves before the big game but I don't know how anyone could perform a sport when they're shaking so bad!
The sealing was performed by a former temple president and he did a phenomenal job in giving us some instruction and advice. I wish I was more eloquent and had the ability of describing the sweet feelings of being in the temple, marrying the love of my life and being surrounded by family and friends, but all I can say is that is was the perfect moment, beautifully sweet and better than I could have ever imagined!

The rest of the day was amazing, filled with lots of pictures (thanks to Jen for her fabulous job), flowers and fun! We had our reception at the Alpine Art Center, kudos to Stef who did such a fab job on the flowers and centerpieces. Everything was just gorgeous! I loved every minute of it!!

As I was planning for this wedding, I had some fear that something might go wrong or that it wouldn't meet my expectations but I had nothing to worry about! From start to finish it was just as I had imagined! Definitely the best day ever!!






19 comments:

Kymi said...

You are a beautiful Bride! Congrats on being a Paxman! I'm super happy for you, can't wait to see you in a couple days. Thanks for the pictures. I wish I could have been there.

Carly said...

Congrats Kaydi! You looked gorgeous! I'm so excited for you and I wish I could have been there. I can't wait to read all about your new adventures as a married woman!

The Cureton Family said...

Congrats!! I am so happy for you. You looked beautiful, as always, and so extremely happy. It sounds like it was the perfect day.

The Becker Bunch said...

Kaydi...you look STUNNING!! I'm so happy for you and so happy you found your love!! Life is good!

Lohra said...

For the love is right. Ah, Kaydi, I wish I could have been there too!! Oh wait...I was...all day long...
You know, there are just some people I will never be able to get over. You've stolen my heart forever. Weird? How about, if you ever return to Salt Lake I'm going to clothesline you. Yeah...

SHELLS BELLS! said...

Love the look of the blog. So happy you have updated your info and your wedding pics are amazing!

Unknown said...

What beautiful pictures!! You both make a gorgeous couple. I am so happy for you both. We were so happy that we were there to share your wonderful day. Kaydi, You are a beautiful lady. Your Pictures are breath taking. Congrats!! Cindy Larsen

Unknown said...
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Unknown said...

Sorry about spelling. Your pics are breathtaking!! We are so happy for you both!! Cindy

Michelle and Javier said...

Yea Kaydi! Congrats! Absolutely beautiful!

Brit said...

Kaydi, Congrats! I am so happy for you, I wish I could've been there to see you, you look gorgeous in your pictures, but I was out of town unfortunately. Best wishes to you and have fun!

Jen-ben said...

yes yes yes...you were SO beautiful! I'm so glad I got to be part of you wedding (the best part might I add). Loves to you!

Renee said...

All the words have already been taken. But, it's true. You were a STUNNING bride...so beautiful and the happiness was just radiating from you. I'm SO happy that I was able to be there and share in the happy moments. And...I'm SO glad you are back! I missed you!!

Jill J said...

Oh, you are beautiful. Yes, I am sitting hear tearing up at my desk. I'm so happy for you both! Looks like so much fun, I wanna hear about Mexico!

Bethany and Cameron said...

So excited to see you on Saturday!!! Jen did an amazing job on the pics--those are awesome! You just look soooo happy and I think THAT is the best compliment I could give you.:) Everyone looks beautiful when they're happy--especially you!:) Congrats!

Jami said...

What a beautiful couple you are!! I'm so glad that everything went well for you. You looked absolutely beautiful on your wedding day! Welcome to the married life...

Lisa said...

Kaydi!! Love the pics...looking forward to Portland reception this Saturday. And we need to have you and Scott over once all the crazy wedding stuff is over (and we're unpacked of course, ha ha). Talk soon...

Ren, Anna, & Tristan said...

Oh this is like Christmas!!! I was waiting and waiting for pictures. You look so beautiful and I'm so happy for you!

Ali said...

I re-found you and must say that you look soooo beautiful and i am so glad it was the perfect day! When I saw your pictures a long time ago online, I was so inspired I told the Seaman's about them, who were so inspired that they hired Jen for Bethi and Derek's wedding this weekend. You look great. So happy for you!

We went to Cancun for our 1 year anniversary. So fun! I bet it was nice weather, too! We went in July and it was scorching. Still, so much fun.

It's great to see what you're up to! And no, I still have not gone private... :)