The sun’s reflection glimmered off the lake. Small ripples sparkling as they moved. The leaves rustled in the same breeze as they swayed over Sarah and Mike’s wedding at The Sterling Castle. Mike smiled down at Sarah. She held his hand a little tighter. She smiled back.
They had just finished their vows. And they knew what was next. The kiss. Sarah’s smile widened. She leaned into Mike. She kissed his cheek. The crowd giggled. She wasn’t suppose to kiss him yet. But, she didn’t care. He was her husband now. And she couldn’t, no wouldn’t, contain her joy.
From this moment forward, she would get to spend her life with her best friend. And she could think of no greater gift. The minister looked at them. He had just uttered those sought after words. “You may now kiss the bride.” Mike leaned in. He wrapped his arms around Sarah and pulled her in for a kiss. She kissed him back. What a perfect beginning to the rest of their lives.
Sarah and Mike,
The emotion that I witnessed on your wedding day is indescribable. Excitement, joy, and thankfulness were on your faces the entire day, but especially during your ceremony. Your hearts poured out to one another while you said your vows. And, I am so thankful I was able to witness it.
I pray that the Lord strengthen and bless your relationship as your marriage begins. And, my number one piece of marriage advice? Make sure you stay best friends. <3
Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Brooks! Here’s to the next 50 years!
![Bridal shoes sit on pink tulle.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0001.jpg)
![Closeup of engagement ring sitting on rose.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0002.jpg)
![Bride, mom, and bridesmaids laugh together.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0004.jpg)
![Wedding dress hangs with flowers and shoes.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0005.jpg)
![Bridal boquet, shoes, and ring sit on chair.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0007.jpg)
![Bride puts in earrings in mirror.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0008.jpg)
![Mom and bride smile at each other.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0010.jpg)
![Close up of engagement ring in ring box.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0011.jpg)
![Bride holds wedding bouquet.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0013.jpg)
![Bride smiles as bridesmaids fix her dress.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0014.jpg)
![Bride looks over shoulder at wedding gown train.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0016.jpg)
![Bride smiles at camera holding bouquet.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0017.jpg)
![Bride looks down at bouquet.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0019.jpg)
![Bride and bridesmaids laugh together.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0020.jpg)
![Bride looks at camera while bridesmaids smile at her](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0023.jpg)
![wedding bouquet sit on chair with shoes and ring.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0024.jpg)
![ivy covered wall](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0026.jpg)
![Bride and bridesmaids smile at camera.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0027.jpg)
![Bride and bridesmaids smile together.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0029.jpg)
![Stairs up to the Sterling Castle.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0030.jpg)
![Bride holds pink and white wedding bouquet.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0032.jpg)
![Bride and bridesmaids walk and smile together.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0033.jpg)
![Groom and groomsmen laugh together.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0034.jpg)
![Groom straightens his bow tie.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0035.jpg)
![Groom smiles off camera.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0037.jpg)
![Ivy covered walls on castle.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0038.jpg)
![Groom smiles at the camera.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0040.jpg)
![Groom buttons tux jacket.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0041.jpg)
![Groom and groomsmen laugh at camera.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0043.jpg)
![Grimm holds lapel and smiles at camera.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0044.jpg)
![Bride and father walk down Castle steps.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0046.jpg)
![Cross with flowers at ceremony altar](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0047.jpg)
![Bride and father walking down aisle.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0049.jpg)
![Wedding ceremony altar next to Lake.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0050.jpg)
![Bride and groom stand at altar.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0052.jpg)
![groom looks at bride during ceremony.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0053.jpg)
![Bride kisses groom on cheek.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0055.jpg)
![Bride and groom stand at wedding altar.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0056.jpg)
![Bride and groom kiss at wedding ceremony.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0058.jpg)
![couple kisses at wedding ceremony.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0059.jpg)
![Bride and groom walk towards Castle.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0061.jpg)
![Bridal bouquet with pink and white flowers.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0062.jpg)
![bride and groom kiss in front of castle stairs.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0064a.jpg)
![Bridal shoes and engagement ring sit on pink tulle](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0065.jpg)
![bride and groom kiss in front of castle.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0067a.jpg)
![Groom kisses bride on forehead.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0068a.jpg)
![Engagement ring sits with pink and white flowers.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0070.jpg)
![Wedding party walks in front of Castle.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0071.jpg)
![Wedding party smiles at camera.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0073.jpg)
![Groom twirls bride in front of Castle.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0074a.jpg)
![Bride and groom walk with wedding party.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0076.jpg)
![Bride and groom kiss near castle.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0077a.jpg)
![Reception flowers and chandeliers.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0079.jpg)
![Bride and groom's table with flowers.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0080.jpg)
![Pink and gold table settings.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0082.jpg)
![Pink and white florals at wedding reception.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0083.jpg)
![Reception seating with chandeliers](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0085.jpg)
![Flowers on reception tables.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0086.jpg)
![Pink drinking glasses and candles sit on table.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0088.jpg)
![Bride and groom dance under chandelier.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0089.jpg)
![Father twirls bride during dance.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0091.jpg)
![Wedding flowers sit on table.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0092.jpg)
![Wedding cake sits on table.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0094.jpg)
![Bride kisses father on cheek.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0095.jpg)
![Wedding guests dance.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0097.jpg)
![Wedding guests jump during dancing.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0098.jpg)
![Groom dances during reception.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0100.jpg)
![Bride and groom waltz at reception.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0101.jpg)
![Groom dips bride at wedding reception.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0103.jpg)
![Bride twirls on dance floor.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0104.jpg)
![Bride and groom watch fireworks.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0106.jpg)
![Bride and groom watch fireworks.](https://www.samanthawebberphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-and-Mikes-Blog-0107.jpg)
Vendor Team for Sarah and Mike’s Blush and White Wedding at The Sterling Castle:
Venue: The Sterling Castle
Decor and Rentals: The Sterling Castle
Florals: The Sterling Castle
Hair and Makeup Artists: Raww Beauty
Cake Artist: Indulge Cakery
Wedding Gown Designer: Morilee by Madeline Gardner
Bridesmaids Gowns: White by Vera Wang
Groom and Groomsmen Attire: Mr. Burch Formal
Jewelry: Diamonds Direct