One day last October, my phone sounded a notification, signaling the arrival of a photo. It showed a beaming Ariel, holding up a beautiful engagement ring, hugging a boyfriend-turned-fiance! Zech had prepared an elaborate date night for the two of them, and then to wrap it all up... he proposed. :) Her answer to his question? An obvious, yes!
Fast forward to May 28th. A day that had threatened rain all week... dawned bright and beautiful.
Ariel and I were suite-mates in college, a simple title that in no way accurately describes the way our group of friends became family. So the few hours of getting ready time were my favorite of the day, as they held a dear familiarity - complete with Brooke's strange antics and Ariel's responding laughter. :) There was a full house of getting-ready helpers, too! Zech's mom and sister manned the bedroom-turned-hair-parlor upstairs, and Ariel's mom and aunts and cousins braved the last minute steaming of the wedding gown.
Gotta love Zech's Kentucky style! (Not a cowboy hat in sight, which told us we weren't in Texas anymore! :) ) We'd not had an opportunity to meet Ariel's groom-to-be prior to the wedding. Over the weekend, we listened to his friends and family, learning from them that Zech is kind and loyal, with a heart that loves to worship God and longs to be like Christ.
Our favorite part of a wedding day... the first look!
"... I have found the one whom my soul loves..."
- Song of Solomon 3:4
Ariel & Zech, we are excited for you as you seek the Lord in a new life together! We pray for your marriage, and for your ministry - that both are blessed, guided, and strengthened solely by God. Much love to you, friends.
Jill & Kay
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Mr. & Mrs. Siler's wedding day photos will soon be available to view at:
Absolutely Beautiful! Love our nephew Zech and our lovely new niece Ariel....
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