The Bissell Treehouse

August 23rd has historically been a popular date for weddings. My parents were married 41 years ago on that date. We have good friends who were wed on that date a couple years ago. And last year, I was part of this rustically modern, rose gold infused, rainy yet perfect, party at the zoo.

This was my first daytime wedding and I really loved it. Carrie and Brian were wed at noon, followed by cocktails and games on the covered patio, lunch in a modern ballroom suspended in the trees and then desserts, mingling and live music by Lindsey Lou and the Flatbelly’s.

At approximately 11:30 that morning, I heard my first crack of thunder. That’s not a happy noise a half hour prior to an outdoor wedding ceremony. But one of the best part of hosting a wedding at The Bissell Treehouse is how you still get the feeling of an open air, lofty and wooded space with the protection of an awning. The slight drizzle turned into pouring rain, droplets made their way through the trees, the thunder boomed and Carrie walked down the aisle. I think it was probably the most romantic rainstorm of all time. The trees sang a chorus as Brian and Carrie pledged their love to one another.

And I’m so excited to share that this wedding was also featured in the Fall/Winter 2016 issue of The Knot Michigan – which is on newstands right now!

I have had a delightfully busy wedding season and have just one more gorgeous fête on the 2014 calendar. Each celebration was so special and unique and I am so honored that so many brides have entrusted me to be a part of their special day. However, I did something during this wedding season which I said I would never do, and I paid the price.

August was a grand slam of a month. When I started my business I promised myself I would limit the number of weddings I took on in any particular month or I might lose my mind. I did not heed my own warning and in the middle of my busiest month – where I not only booked too many brides but also booked two weddings in one week – my grandpa passed away. In an 8 day stretch I had 3 weddings a funeral, 2 trips to Traverse City and I was an emotional wreck.

Moving forward I realized I will endure and how much I can endure, even though I’m still catching my breath. I thought being too busy with weddings was a reality I wouldn’t have face for years to come. It really is an answer to prayer, even if in the craziness of the moment I began questioning every career decision I’ve ever made! So if you’re wondering what I’ve been up to I really can’t wait to share. Unfortunately I’ll have to keep you on the edge of your seats a bit longer as I wait for more photos to arrive. However, I will get back to blogging because there are a lot of ideas in this head of mine I just haven’t been able to write about just yet.

And obviously I have to reveal at least a glimpse of one of my happy couples – this bride was too beautiful for words (and carrying a bouquet created by yours truly).

Photo courtesy of Joe Matthews

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