Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Hendrix Wedding--A Photo Story

Photo by Nicole Hall
Cristina Rocha prepares for her walk across the aisle as her fiance's cousin, Rebecca, adorns her hair with miniature calla lilies.

Photo by Nicole Hall
Cristina and Fred put wives' tales aside to see each other before the wedding. She tried to pin on Fred's boutonniere, but the photographer ultimately had to take over the duty.

Photo by Nicole Hall
Cristina wanted her dog May to be in the wedding photos. Fred's feelings for Cristina are apparent, as he cannot even take his eyes off his bride when the dog is around.

Photo by Nicole Hall
After taking the family photos at the altar, Cristina and Fred wait by the entry way for family members to be seated before going to freshen up before the actual ceremony.

Photo by Nicole Hall
The pastor spoke with Cristina and Fred outside the church about the specifics of the ceremony, such as what kind of vows they preferred and the order of the ceremony.

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Cristina poses for a bridal portrait as Fred watches from a short distance only minutes before the wedding.

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At 2 p.m., the ceremony began as Xavier Rocha walks his daughter, Cristina, down the aisle.

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Cristina and Fred repeat their vows after the pastor. Cristina became emotional during the ceremony and had to wipe her tears a few times.

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As they exchange wedding bands, the pastor blesses the rings, the symbol of eternal commitment.

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The pastor announces that Cristina and Fred may now make their first kiss as Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hendrix.

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After the ceremony, Renee Hendrix, Fred's mother, hugs her new daughter-in-law and welcomes her to the family.

Photo by Nicole Hall
After making their way back to the reception house on the Millard's Crossing property, Mr. and Mrs. Hendrix cut their wedding and groom's cake.

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Fred feeds his new wife the first bite of the wedding cake.

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After cutting the cake, it is time for the toast. To make up for the height difference, Fred bends his knees so he is at eye level with Cristina.

Photo by Nicole Hall
The marriage is finally official with the pastor's signature on the marriage license.

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