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Jessica & Lloyd
June 12, 2009
Cairnwood
Bryn Athyn, PA
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Wow. I haven't had a single blog update since January! What can I say other than "I'm sorry" and "I'm amazed that Blogger hasn't closed this place down, due to abandonment.".

So... Without further ado, let's get down to business!

Hosting your wedding ceremony and/or reception at Cairnwood is like having your event in a wealthy family member's home. This home is built like an French palace!

The reception began with guests arriving and being escorted to the tented terrace. The talented artists at Eventions provided a great visual experience in the form of specialty lighting on the canvas above. As the sun went down, it looked almost as if their guests were dining under the stars. Amazing.

Friends and family were also treated to the performance of live music in the form of a string quartet and live vocalist. It was a very classy addition to the affair. I just wish I could remember the name of the group.

Jessica and Lloyd had also secured one of the most awe-inspiring photographers I have ever known, Cliff Mautner. Cliff continuously encounters the highest expectations and surpasses them with ease. I would encourage you to check out his work on his blog.

I had an outstanding time being a part of this wedding celebration! Considering the layout, it's always a very unique experience at Cairnwood. The real challenge is having the ability to move guests from one part of the mansion to the next, without making them feel "herded". In the end, my experience at this difficult venue proved to be a great asset in entertaining this wild crew. What a great party!

Congratulations, Jessica and Lloyd!



Agenda

6:00-6:55 PM Cocktail Hour

7:00 PM Grand Entrance
Bridal Party: "The Way You Make Me Feel" by Michael Jackson
Bride & Groom: "Let's Get Married" by Jagged Edge feat. Run-DMC

7:05 PM First Dance
"This Year's Love" by David Grey

7:10 PM Blessing & Toasts

7:25-8:55 PM Dinner

8:55 PM Cake Cutting
"How Sweet It Is" by James Taylor

9:00 PM Bride & Father Dance
"I Loved Her First" by Heartland

9:05 PM Groom & Mother Dance
"The Way You Look Tonight" by Michael Buble

9:10 PM-12:00 AM Open Dancing

9:45 PM Bouquet Toss
"You Sexy Thing" by Hot Chocolate

9:50 PM Garter Removal
"Bad Things" by Jace Everett

9:55 PM Garter Union
"Don't Cha (Ralphi's Hot Freak Remix)" by Pussycat Dolls