Stephanie and Matt

Stephanie ushered us into her hotel room with fondness usually reserved for close friends. She introduced us to her family—who later ordered us pizza—and we began the day shooting to the melodic sounds coming from the alarm clock. Her room was littered with wedding bell glitter pieces and white “I Do” balloons, so we carefully dodged the memorabilia.

Stephanie and Matt were the lucky contestants for Atlanta’s NBC affiliate for “Going to the Chapel”—a contest where television viewers choose everything from the couple, to the dress, and menu. More than anything, Stephanie appeared to me the most grateful bride I’ve encountered. She said Thank You more often than she blinked and was more concerned with everyone else than herself.

Stephanie and Matt had a beautiful wedding and spent the evening dancing, loitering at the chocolate fountain, and thanking everyone involved with their special day. At the end of the night, they walked through clouds of bubbles blown by their guests and hopped into their limo. Just as they left, Stephanie leaned over her husband and told everyone within earshot, Thank You!

Here are a few from Sunday…