Name Change

As per the Social Security Administration, I am Leilani Reynante Whitmire! I thought about keeping every name I was given, as people did in the old world, and taking Shawn's middle name because I love it on him so much, but, alas, he talked me out of it. We keep it simple, you know!

Marriage Certificate

 Today I received our certified marriage license copy. Tomorrow I will get my name change! I will be a Whitmire!

New Pic-a personal favorite

My sister edited this and I just love the effect. makes me look pretty!

Photo by Grace Reynante. Subject to copyright.

We did our photoshoot in the Proximity Hotel Lobby. My favorite local hotel. Brian Gilles took some photos as well.  We'll probably schedule a shoot with a professional in the future and include Bully Michael Whitmire (our dog) as soon as I find him a nice tuxedo t-shirt.

The Beginning of a New Life

What can I say? I am truly blessed to have married a wonderful, supportive and loving person. Leilani has given me hope for a brighter future. I cannot imagine a day without her in my life.  Her friendship and unselfish love plays an important role in the joy I experience everyday.

Leilani has done an exceptional job on this blog and did it with ease. It would have taken me forever to put together something like this. Anyway, this is just one of her many talents. I'm definitely a lucky guy, and I thank GOD everyday for allowing me to share my life with her.
- Shawn

A closer look at the details.

The Shoes:

Charles David, and my favorite blue box.

The dress:

A simple short number that I will totally wear again!

The flowers:

Pink roses made by my sister Grace, & I. Attached is a "something blue" that my friend Erin gave to me.

 

Shawn's mother's corsage, made by Grace.

The Rings:

 

My handsome Husband.

Grace & I

 Mommy & I;  Shawn & his mommy

The Marriage License:

It's official!

Cakes:

Smurf toppers, a gift from Lindsay! On Maxie B's! I love all things mini. We'll be ordering our cake for the November marriage celebration from there.

The Husband & Wife:

 

 

The ceremony was not a pictorially memorable, as I was sobbing the whole time! We have it on video, which you will be able to see at some point. The pictures, however, do not tell the story! I was so overcome with emotion that my face was contorted and tears were streaming down my face. Shawn was perfectly calm and attentive! Looking at the pictures, we had a good laugh because it looked like I was in pain. I really did want to get married I promise! Ok, just one photo:

This one will do!

We  simply are elated to be married. We had the most wonderful and relaxing weekend with family and friends! We feel so calm, supported, loved and blessed. A big Thanks to everyone that has helped make this experience more meaningful than we could have ever imagined!

I will will try to take it easy for a while before we start planning the celebration.....and my sister's festivities! It has been an amazing year!

We did it.

December 4, 2009

Here's a brief sampling of the day. More pics to come as soon as I sort through them all. Now off to the Green Valley Grill for more family & friends celebration!

Final Checklist

Cake: Check (Maxi B's Cupcakes and A small cake ordered for our 1 year anniversary)
Rings: Check
Flowers: To be put together tonight after work.
Make Up: Check. Lady at Fresh Market complimented me!
Outfit: Check. Had that months ago!
Vows: Still Working!
Hotel & Spa treatment: Check.

Almost ready.......

Please let this day go by fast!

Rings!

  I got them yesterday from Battleground Jewelers. They are very reasonable there. I was so excited and couldn't take mine off. I can't wait to give Shawn his band and have him read the inscription!

 My mom & my sister arrive tomorrow. I am so excited to see them again and to have them in our home. Bully will love seeing this family.

Its Here!

   This is the week! I am making the last preparations, including making by hand the bouttineres, corsages & my bouquets. Call me crazy. I know I'm not sure if its the excitement of DIY, of being thrifty, OR being in control that I like, but here goes nothin'!!!!!!!!!

Pics to follow!