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Month by month, we help you plan your special day.

The "OMG I'm getting married!" Phase How to keep your K9 at the altar without hassle Albemarle’s newest venue comes with a layered history What to consider when hiring a caterer Candy Girl answers: Who should be in my bridal party? The "There's still so much to do!" Phase Newlyweds’ top spots for happy honeymooning The ins and outs of out-oftowner accommodations We’re full of wedding favor ideas So you wanna get your wedding published?

The "I can't believe it's so close!" Phase 39 Romantic and relaxed updo ideas from a local stylist 41 DJ John Garland shares his favorite requests

Best of C-VILLE Weddings The results are in!

Marry making Love is love is love is love is love.

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Charlottesville weddings Sara Snell and 46 Francis Eden

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We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: Planning a wedding is hard work. For more than five years, C-VILLE Weddings has been helping local couples with tips and advice for pulling off a seamless soirée. But, starting with this issue, we’ve reformatted our approach to make it even easier. At the start of each section, you’ll find a checklist—all the things you’ll need to do before your big day arrives, in chronological order (one year, six months and three months out). And we’ve expanded on a few of those tasks, introducing you to local businesses and ideas you can use for your wedding—from how to hire a DJ to edible favors for your guests. Plus, this year for the first time, we’ve asked readers to weigh in on the best vendors in town. You’ll find the results of that poll on page 85. Like we said, wedding planning ain’t easy. But, you’ve found your true love—the hard part’s over!—Caite White

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One year before

Work out your budget. Know your limit before considering much else. Set a tentative date for your wedding. Decide on your wedding style and formality. This may be determined, in part, by how many guests you want to invite, so think about the guest list now, too. ✓ Settle on a ceremony location. Put down a deposit for the reception location. ✓ Begin the search for other wedding vendors (transportation, flowers, invitations, music, makeup artist), starting with photographers and videographers. Once you’ve chosen your wedding photographer, schedule an engagement photo session. Start shopping for wedding rings. Reserve your officiant. ✓ If your reception venue doesn’t have a caterer, decide who’ll provide the food and book a tasting. Choose a rehearsal dinner location. Shop for a dress. It may seem too soon, but it can take several months for your dress to arrive, and it may require alterations. After you’ve found the perfect gown, schedule fittings and a delivery date. ✓ Choose your bridal party and invite them to be part of your special day.

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Start finalizing the guest list and gathering addresses. Register for gifts. If there is a groom, decide to rent or purchase attire for him and the groomsmen. Once that’s decided, place your order. Finalize all the vendors and secure your wedding date by putting down deposits. Select the bridesmaids’ gowns. These’ll take a few months to come in, too. Send out save the dates.

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t’s a tale (tail?) of true love. More and more people are including their dogs in their wedding. After all, they’re family (and maybe more likable than some relatives). From acting as best man to flower dog to ring bearer, Fido’s getting in on the action. How? Find a venue that allows pets, and let your vendors know of your plans. Hire a handler to bring Fido to the event before the ceremony and take him home afterward (and keep him away from the wedding cake!). Ask the older children in the wedding party to help him get down the aisle. Cville Concierge offers dog-handling services for your big day. You only need to provide a health history of the dog, emergency contact info and preferences as to where to keep the dog during the event. Says founder Sue Battani, “We also love to hear a bit of the dog’s personality—fears, disabilities and what makes their tails wag!”—Caite White

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A historic event A layered past brings gravitas to nuptials at a new venue

even Oaks Farm in Albemarle County has quite the history. From its original owner, Reverend Samuel Black, the first Presbyterian minister in Albemarle County, to a more recent owner, Dave Matthews Band manager Coran Capshaw, the property has had its share of high-profile tenants. And visitors, too: from explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark to Gibson Girl Irene Gibson, the farm has plenty of famous footprint. Now it’s adding a new chapter to its colorful past: Couples can rent it as a wedding venue. The sprawling 100-plus acres in Greenwood offer a Greek Revival-style manor, pool house and breathtaking mountain views. Owners Sarah and Todd Zimmerman bought the property from Capshaw in 2014. Both are UVA grads (and their son is a rising third-year), and say they appreciated its rich legacy. “It’s got a lot of ties to UVA,” Sarah says. “When Reverend Black sold it, it went to the

first bursar of the university, Alexander Garrett. We fell in love with its history, the views, the grounds—and we loved the vineyard.” Oh yeah, there’s a vineyard, too. Its seven acres boast Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Syrah and Viognier grapes. The Zimmermans plan to expand it to include an on-site winery and tasting room, and those visions really spurred the couple’s decision to purchase the property. The idea of using it as a wedding venue didn’t come until after they’d become owners, but it seemed to be a natural fit. “Our plan was to start a winery, but then we got a lot of inquiries about having a wedding,” Todd says. And just like that, a new Charlottesvillearea wedding destination was born. The pair converted two rooms in the circa-1842 manor house into a dressing suite for bridal parties and made a few other minor modifications, but they say the property’s picturesque qualities make it ideal just as it is.

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Several private events have been hosted on the grounds but only two weddings have been held here so far (see one on page 46), with two more planned in 2016. The Zimmermans are careful not to overbook, and they provide brides carte blanche. For a $10,000 venue fee, a couple has complete use of the grounds for a full weekend. “You can customize it as you wish, and we don’t schedule more than one event per week,” Sarah says, “which means a bride has the luxury of access from Friday through Sunday for setup and teardown without rushing. We don’t push people out to get someone else in.” Brides need to bring in everything from chairs to caterers, but the Zimmermans are willing to accommodate some pretty special requests, like one bride’s father, who wanted access to the property a month before the wedding so he could bury a bottle of bourbon there for good luck. Another couple asked if they could prepare one of the farm’s estate-raised Pekin ducks to serve at the rehearsal dinner. That flexibility is part of what makes the Zimmermans, and Seven Oaks Farm, special. Says Sarah, “We’re a blank slate.”—Lynn Thorne

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ne thing we know to be true about wedding food: It’s an important part of a successful day. Harvest Moon Catering’s director of sales, Kelly Mahanes, agrees. “It’s the beginning of your story,” she says. A good caterer is there to guide you through the almost limitless options of cuisine and “bring people together around the dinner table,” no matter the size. We asked Mahanes to help us dig in to making the right catering decisions. No matter who you end up going with, she says, “find somebody you click with, somebody that you trust to take care of everything for you. Make a decision based off of how you feel about them, not necessarily their reputation. The goal is to have the professionals handle it and for you to let go.”—Faith Schweikert

The consultation When? Mahanes suggests booking your tasting at least one year out from your wedding date. Due to the overwhelming popularity of Charlottesville as a wedding destination, tastings fill up rapidly. They are also difficult to book during May, June, September and October, as caterers are busy at previously booked weddings. How long it takes: Harvest Moon books tastings in two-hour time slots. It will generally take an hour-and-a-half to try the four to six appetizer options, salad and bread course, three to four protein options and the vegetable and starch sides and confer with the staff. How much: At Harvest Moon, tastings are free. Says Mahanes, “We’ve played around with the idea [of charging for tastings] for several years but, ultimately, from the beginning we want it to be a comfortable experience. And that’s worth whatever monetary loss we may have from it.”

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What to bring: A list of questions about menu styles, dietary restrictions, pricing and what is included. Also arrive hungry. “We hate for people to come in full or close because, at a certain point, everything starts to taste the same when you’re full and we want to avoid that,” Mahanes says. Cost and selection: The price per head will vary depending on headcount, rentals, serving style and labor needed. Here’s a basic price list: Food: $36-44 per person Beverages: $7-26 per person Labor: varies Total: $95-140 per person

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Meet with both sets of parents to coordinate their day-of attire.

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Four months before

Address and send out your invitations and announcements. Include information regarding the accommodations. (Also consider creating a website with all of the accommodation information. Guests might like to get a head start on making those arrangements and most hotels close your block four weeks out.) Arrange for final dress fittings.

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our big day is notable for a few reasons—not the least of which is that it’s a great occasion to gather everyone you love in one room. But they’ll all need somewhere to stay at the end of the night. We talked to folks at Courtyard by Marriott, the Graduate Charlottesville and the Boar’s Head Inn to get the scoop on the way to stay. When to book?

Making reservations a year in advance isn’t unreasonable, but for weddings that don’t fall on a busy weekend, six months should do it. And many of these hotels will reserve rooms closer to the wedding date on a case-by-case basis. How much can I get?

This varies by hotel. At the Boar’s Head Inn, couples can reserve up to 20 rooms

per night with a two-night minimum for their guests. The Graduate allows parties to block off 10 rooms without penalty if they aren’t picked up, and the same goes for Courtyard by Marriott. What’s included?

Rooms for wedding parties are much the same as any other room in each of these respective hotels. However, everyone we spoke to promised that guests in a wedding party will be housed as closely to each other as possible to allow for easier access to one another during their time there. Often, too, small gifts may be included upon request. The Boar’s Head Inn, for instance, will include certain “value adds” like chocolate-dipped strawberries with Champagne or continental breakfast in bed. Cost and selection

Contact the hotels directly to figure out a price that works best for you. There is no fixed cost, as the room price will vary depending on what is going on in the hotel and in Charlottesville, when you need the rooms, how many you need, etc.—Faith Schweikert

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Customized glasses and koozies are fine for some, but an edible favor—something for your guest to munch on on the way back to the hotel, or discover in a carry-on during the journey home—that’s the stuff of true thoughtfulness. Here are two of our (and your—see page 93!) favorites.—Caite White

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our wedding day. The biggest (happiest, craziest, most expensive—insert your adjective here) day of your life. It’s you and your significant other, pledging to spend the rest of your lives together. But for many brides, it’s also become a goal to get their wedding featured in glossy bridal magazine, website or blog. Lynn Easton of Easton Events says it’s a sign of the times. “We live in a world where every moment of every day is captured. Each morsel of food we put in our mouths is put on Instagram.” But she also says that it’s a way for the happy couple to relive their special day long after the last guest leaves. “It gives a wedding a whole new life. They can share that with everyone, and every bride who’s lucky enough to get their wedding published is always grinning from ear to ear when she sees it in print.” But trying to get published for publishing’s sake can detract from the focus of the day. Weddings used to be somewhat cookie-cutter, with white tablecloths and party favors. Now, the bar’s been raised and most couples strive to make their event as personalized as possible. That can mean upping the stress level. It’s easy enough to get swept up in making sure every detail is perfect. Add to that the pressure of planning a wedding with the hope of getting Internet famous, and it’s

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While an unusual color combination or an exaggerated bouquet will certainly get my attention as I sift through wedding photos and consider what to publish, what trumps the details, for me, is a genuinely happy couple. Just get lost in your own happiness and the result will be too hard for an editor (this one, at least) to resist. See four of my recent favorites starting on page 46.—Caite White

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enough to drive some brides to the brink of crazy. It also might change some details of the day. Easton says, “The tricky thing about the desire to be published is that you might have to do something that is more for a picture and less for the experience.” Try focusing instead on the details that carry a personal signficance, like weaving your great-grandmother’s wedding gloves into your bouquet or using a piece of your mother-in-law’s veil as part of your own. Those are touches that will be meaningful to you, regardless of who’s flipping through The Knot. If you’re still determined to vie for a glossy layout, it doesn’t require you to go overboard. Easton, whose work has been published everywhere from Martha Stewart Weddings to Vogue, cautions: “Some of the most published weddings are incredibly simple.” Details are key, as are things that are unique, so make sure that your designs are as special as you are. Think about the layout, too—you’ll need both vertical and horizontal details that will work well in a published format. And don’t be afraid of reaching out to smaller publications that might not get as many submissions. Remember: At the end of the day, it’s your day, so do your best to stay focused on the reason you’re there.—Lynn Thorne

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Make an appointment with your stylist for wedding day hairstyles for you and your bridal party, as well as appointments for manis, pedis, massages or other spa treatments. Schedule a trial with your hairstylist and makeup artist. Start gathering your RSVPs. Finalize the dates for your last-minute dress fittings. Meet with all your wedding vendors to finalize any orders and reservations. Purchase bridal party gifts and a gift for your fiancé. Finalize the plans for your honeymoon. Update your passport and vaccinations, if necessary.

One month before

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Three weeks before Pick up wedding rings. Confirm all arrival times with vendors. Confirm hotel arrangements for out-of-town guests. Have your final dress fitting. Finalize the seating arrangement for the reception.

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The pair met during a school trip to Indonesia and Vietnam. “We kept running into each other when we moved to [New York City] and one day I decided to go visit Frank in Connecticut. A huge snowstorm hit and they shut down the trains as soon as I got there so we were snowed in the whole weekend! It was so romantic and fun.”

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Eileen Sagini AND Jamil Jadallah | May 1, 2016

ileen played hard to get for a little over a year before agreeing to go on a date with Jamil. They had a great

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“I love coral. It’s such a beautiful spring color,” Eileen says of her bouquets. “I wanted to soften everything else in the flowers so the coral shades would stand out.”

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REHEARSAL DINNER VENUE The Local RUNNER-UP: C&O Restaurant HONORABLE MENTION: Old Metropolitan Hall Choices, choices, choices. That’s the name of the game at The Local, where wedding parties can situate in one of four areas—the ultracozy Hearth Room, the covered Blue Ridge Pavilion, the pergolaed Skyline Room or the smaller, budget-friendly Wine Room. In any location, chef Matthew Hart’s menu elevates local (obviously) trout, beef, chicken, vegetarian and pasta dishes.

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WEDDING VENUE Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards

Vineyards for the win! For Charlottesville brides, there’s no better big-day backdrop than lush vines and a mountain view. And, at Pippin Hill, you get both of those plus the expertise of chef Bill Scatena, who sources ingredients from nearby farms and the venue’s own kitchen garden. Not to mention a beautifully designed barn-like structure you get the full run of—from the bridal loft to the tasting room.

CINEMATOGRAPHER Ian’s Creations RUNNER-UP: Tom Daly HONORABLE MENTION: Stonestreet Creative If a picture is worth a thousand words, how much is a moving picture worth? We’ll let the newlyweds answer that—they’ve been hiring Ian’s Creations to document their nuptials for more than 15 years. Owner Ian Atkins specializes in crafting a sweet, sentimental film so you can continue to let the memories move you long after you ride off into the sunset.

RUNNER-UP: Colleen Miller (Colleen Miller Events) HONORABLE MENTION: Dickie Morris (Just A Little Ditty)

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RUNNER-UP: Keswick Vineyards HONORABLE MENTION: King Family Vineyards

CATERER Harvest Moon Catering RUNNER-UP: Barbeque Exchange HONORABLE MENTION: C&O Restaurant Free tastings, in-house rentals (a rarity for local catering companies)—and don’t even get us started on the food. Harvest Moon continues to impress with seasonal menus and a helpful staff that’s truly invested in your big day. For those who really wanna chow down, Barbeque Exchange piles on the pork and an array of Southern sides from pickles to pepper cabbage.

FLORIST Southern Blooms by Pat’s Floral Design RUNNER-UP: Hedge Fine Blooms HONORABLE MENTION: Ivy Nursery

A wedding planner’s job is to take your big day from a hodge-podge Pinterest board to a fully realized vision that takes into account each detail. Readers say there is no one more up to the task than Meghan Streit, who takes on a limited number of weddings each year to ensure that you get her full attention—and exactly the day you always dreamed of. Brides can expect to spend 10 to 15 percent of their wedding budget on flowers. And, when done right, it’s worth it to walk into your reception, table arrangements overflowing with bright blooms and the air smelling of springtime. That’s where Southern Blooms comes in. Mother-daughter partners Pat Roberts and Sherry Spencer are the go-to gals for beautiful bouquets—the cherry on top of your already perfect day. CONTINUED ON PAGE 89

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BAND (OR BOOKING AGENCY) Sam Hill Entertainment RUNNER-UP: 20 South Music HONORABLE MENTION: Gallatin Canyon When Sam Hill Entertainment was founded in the ’90s, owner Sam Wells was looking for a way to avoid getting a “real job.” He began booking bands at local venues, in awe of the way live music transforms a crowd. And while that fascination eventually turned into a “real job,” the company’s fun-loving philosophy has never changed. Its job is to ensure that your wedding, as they say, turns into a party.

CAKES AND DESSERTS Maliha Creations RUNNER-UP: Albemarle Baking Co. HONORABLE MENTION: Pearl’s Bake Shoppe Want a cake that looks like a wine bottle? Or in the shape of UVA’s Rotunda? Or maybe you’d prefer a simple stack of tiers with a cascade of flowers. Maliha Creations’ Anita Gupta makes beautiful cakes inside and out. And the best part? Your (at least) 100-serving cake comes with a fresh tier on your one-year anniversary.

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It’s an age-old wedding question (well, modern age-old): band or DJ? DJ John Garland would vote DJ, unequivocally. He has a library of music spanning more than 30,000 songs— from the cool beats of a late-night jazz club to the twangy strum of Americana—and is CONTINUED ON PAGE 90

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SOUND AND LIGHTING Blue Ridge AV & Lighting RUNNER-UP: MS Events HONORABLE MENTION: The AV Company When it comes to your wedding-day checklist, lighting can’t be overlooked. It helps set the mood, from colorful spotlights to custom monograms emblazoned on the dance floor. Blue Ridge AV & Lighting makes it work no matter if you’re in a barn or a banquet hall. Plus, the local company offers sound and fabric décor services, too. TOM DALY

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An interfaith minister, Reverend Claire Goodman has performed ceremonies for nearly 800 weddings since 2004. She starts with an initial meet-and-greet and from there discusses what’s most important to you—is there a cultural or religious element? Do you want rituals, prayers, vows?—so that you are a part of the process when it comes to crafting the perfect ceremony. After all, you’re only doing this once.

RUNNER-UP: Plum Blossom String Quartet HONORABLE MENTION: Michael Coleman The Charlottesville High School Orchestra program has taken home many awards over the years, emphasizing excellence in all of its musicians. But the string ensemble’s quartet, currently called Magnolia and comprising four rising 12th-graders, takes the prize in this category. Self-directed by the students, Magnolia performs at a variety of events in and around Charlottesville.

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INVITES/CALLIGRAPHY Rock Paper Scissors RUNNER-UP: If So INKlined HONORABLE MENTION: Jodi Macfarlan Calligraphy Save-the-dates and invitations are the first inkling (pun intended) you give your guests about the look and feel of your wedding. Is it formal? Is it bohemian? Is it on-trend? Rock Paper Scissors helps set the right tone

WEDDING JEWELRY Erin McDermott Jewelry RUNNER-UP: Fink’s Jewelers HONORABLE MENTION: Andrew Minton Jewelry With her jewelry worn by brides and bridesmaids at more than 200 weddings in 2015, it’s no surprise Erin McDermott takes the top prize in this category. Her handcrafted designs range from the classic—freshwater pearls on a gold teardrop—to the unexpected—bright druzy crystals in unique color combos. In the runner-up spot, Fink’s, founded by a former pharmacist in 1930, has the right prescription for beautiful bridal jewels. every time. Co-owner Dani Antol will help you navigate the process of custom printing—letterpress! Engraving! Thermography!—until you’re an expert (and you’re having a good time).

BRIDAL SHOP Sealed With A Kiss RUNNER-UP: Bella Rosa Bridal HONORABLE MENTION: Church Street Bridal Charlottesville isn’t exactly overrun with bridal shops, but even if there were 100, we’re betting Sealed With A Kiss, the downtown boutique (and its sister store in Richmond) specializing in everything from wedding gowns to bridesmaid dresses, would still take the top prize. Owner Susan Sorbello has more than 20 years in the business and knows how to make each bride feel special for her special day.

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Gone are the days of stiff, shellacked, promesque hairdos. Stylist Erica Haskins knows what modern brides want. In a word? Movement. With nearly 20 years of experience in cutting and styling, Haskins, from her downtown salon or on location, coaxes your hair into a thing of beauty that still looks natural and touchable. Brides turn to her when they want a great big-day ’do (rather than a don’t).

MAKEUP ARTIST Rouge 9 RUNNER-UP: Daphne Latham HONORABLE MENTION: The Spot Beauty Shop They don’t call them “blushing brides” for nothin’. Of course, you don’t want to be too blushing, which is where Rouge 9’s Linda Livernois comes in. A former makeup artist for Lancôme and Chanel, Livernois ensures makeup isn’t the first thing people see as you walk down the aisle. And on a day when all eyes are on you, that’s an important consideration.

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RUNNER-UP: Camryn Limousine HONORABLE MENTION: Monticello Wine Tour & Coach While planning her own daughter’s Charlottesville wedding, Albemarle Limousine founder Andrea Saathoff couldn’t believe the closest car rental company was in Washington, D.C. So she started her own. Eight years later, Albemarle Limousine has a fleet ranging from threepassenger sedans to 55-passenger buses. Plus, a collection of pictureready vintage cars (like a 1940 Senior Packard limo).

GIFTS AND FAVORS One Creative Cookie RUNNER-UP: Gearharts Fine Chocolates HONORABLE MENTION: Feast! Here’s something truly impressive (and, we’re sure, the reason One Creative Cookie takes top honors). Among the business’s many sweet treats, it serves up cookies with your picture iced on them. Have your photographer send over a photo from your first look and, by the time you arrive at the reception, a whole batch of customized cookies will have made their way from the kitchen to guests’ lips. In the runner-up spot, it’s hard to say no to a Gearharts truffle. That’s just a fact of life.

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isa Green and Amy-Sarah Marshall met four years ago, during the planning phase of Charlottesville’s first Cville Pride Festival, which Amy-Sarah founded. “I was a very happy single person, owned my own home and my dog and I had everything happily where I could find it,” says Lisa, a planning commissioner with the City of Charlottesville. And so, as she began developing feelings for Amy-Sarah, she tried to fight them off. But “time marched on and I grew weak,” she admits. “[Amy-Sarah] and her two children moved in—completely turned my house and world upside-down.” Says Amy-Sarah, “We had watched marriage equality come to Virginia, and then to the whole country, with great excitement for friends who had been waiting for decades to have the right to get legally hitched. But whenever the subject came up about us, Lisa was evasive, which I

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Amy-Sarah: The morning of the fourth annual Pride Festival, I had the microphone on the stage at Lee Park and was about to welcome everyone to kick off the event when Lisa spontaneously asked if she could do it. "Sure," I said. She began speaking—grabbed my hand—and it started dawning on me that she was talking about us and me, not the festival. She led me off the stage and walked me to the middle of the park. L: I knew from the moment I stood in Lee Park on September 15, 2012, at 8:42am that Amy-Sarah was the one—and that was the place I asked her to stop the world from turning once more and to please marry me. A-S: The morning of that first event, we hugged right in the middle of the park. That is exactly the spot where she dropped down on her knee (she had an X there that I hadn’t noticed!) and held up this gorgeous blue sapphire ring and asked me to marry her, practically knocking my rainbow socks off. Lisa Green and Amy-Sarah Marshall were married at IX Art Park on June 20, 2016. It was the first LGBTQ wedding at the venue.

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