A Home Away From Home

Stephanie and Samuel
September 4, 2009
Cairnwood
Bryn Athyn, PA
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It seems as though I have been spending a lot of time in Bryn Athyn lately. The other day, I joked on my Facebook page that I was considering opening a P.O. Box in that town.

To be honest, I would not mind living in Bryn Athyn. The town is lined with historic buildings, trees as far as the eye can see, and the best part of all... Not too much traffic.

Stephanie and Samuel's day began with a beautiful outdoor ceremony, set in the luxurious gardens of the Cairnwood Estate. As you can see in their photo gallery, the soundtrack for their ceremony (and cocktail hour) was provided by a harpist.

After their guests had an opportunity to stroll around the mansion, enjoying cocktails and hors d'œuvres, everyone gathered in the Great Hall to enjoy Stephanie and Samuel's first dance as husband and wife.

Despite having the guests in several different rooms for dinner, it was not difficult at all to get a "party ready" crowd into the Conservatory for two hours of dancing.

Everyone really enjoyed the music, especially some songs that I haven't heard in a LONG time. For example, check out the video below. I think the last time I heard that song, it was in a Swiffer commercial.

Congratulations, Stephanie and Samuel!



Click here to see some photos from their reception!

Agenda

6:30-6:55 PM Ceremony

6:55-7:55 PM Cocktail Hour

7:55 PM Grand Entrance
"I Gotta Feelin'" by Black Eyed Peas

8:00 PM First Dance
"Sideways" by Citizen Cope

8:05 PM Blessing & Toasts

8:10 PM-9:45 PM Dinner

9:45 PM Cake Cutting
"(How Sweet It Is) To Be Loved By You" by James Taylor

9:50 PM Bride & Father Dance
"You Are The Sunshine Of My Life" by Stevie Wonder

9:55 PM Groom & Mother Dance
"What A Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong

10:00 PM-12:00 AM Open Dancing

11:55 PM Final Song of the Night
"Hit The Road, Jack" by Ray Charles

Montgomery County DJs - Steve Croce