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W e ddi n gs page 4-5 Kacey Smith & Chad Powell pages 6-7 Heather Juliet Swink & Lt. Clayton Marcus Eiland page 8-9 Sarah Baker & Kyle Urbanek page 10-11 Ashley Jones & John Magouyrk pages 12-13 Krystle LeAnn Robinson & D'Andre Henri Foster page 14-15 Jayme Sprague & Jason Ward page 16-17 April Linnea Thomas & Benjamin Wingaite Johnson page 18 Kimberly Maas & Joshua Adams page 19 Lindsey Gillespie & Justin Cooke page 20 Laura Martin & Chad Nevils page 21 Davi Killion & Jonathan Ingram s
page 30 Adrienne Nalbone & Trevor Reed page 31 Starla Marie Horton & Travis Lee Leddy page 32 Angela Jones & Jason Volk page 33 Paige Hale & Heath Petten page 34 Jenni Lindsey & Taylor Hedrick page 35 Shelley Rebecca Davis & Matthew Stephen James page 36 Jessica Leigh Lovell & Colton Ross Bradford page 37 Chrystal Slack & John Riley Jennifer Nichole Jones & Kyle Wesley Bryant page 38 Jennifer Melton & Jared Heintschel Elise Peden & Casey Carter page 39 Cheryl Hall & Chris McNabb Rebecca Roberts & Mitchell Jerey
page 22 Whitney Craig & Justin Scarborough
page 40 Tara Marsh & Scott Woodruff Ashley Kennedy & Chris Veach
page 23 Heather Diane Whitehead & Matthew Cole Greer
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page 40 Katie Alsip & Aaron Monaghen
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Sarah Elizabeth Baker and Kyle Patrick Urbanek were married July 31, 2009, at New Beginnings Baptist Church. A reception was held at The Summit II of Longview. Sarah and Kyle would like to thank the following people and businesses for making their special day a day that they will never forget: their parents, Larry and Susan Baker and R.J. Slagle and Terri Urbanek; Reverend Aaron Turner; Lillies and Lace for the beautiful dress; Casa Flora for the exquisite flowers; Special Events and Iron Inspired Weddings for the lanterns, arch, and candelabras; Sir Knight Tuxedoes; and Paulette’s for the elegant limo. Kyle and Sarah would also like to thank Lori at the The Summit II for helping them have a beautiful and elegant reception, including working so hard to get the monogram uplighting. A very special thanks is offered to Barnett Photography. Also, thank you to special friends, Venita Morris, Mary O’Sullivan, Philip Valenti, Sharon Raysin and Amy Denman, for all your help and good wishes. Kyle and Sarah have made their home in Abilene, Texas.
Casa Flora, Longview Iron Inspired, Longview The Summit II, Longview
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Krystle LeAnne Robinson and D’Andre Henri’ Foster were married August 2, 2009, at Villa Di FelicitB in Tyler. Officiants were Bishop David R. Houston of Tyler and the Reverend Larry D. Foster Sr. of Oklahoma. The bride, daughter of Bevelah Robinson-Wilson and Richard L. Wilson of Tyler, and James M. Walker of Indiana, is a graduate of Robert E. Lee High School in Tyler, Southwestern College in Kansas and Oklahoma Christian University in Oklahoma. The bridegroom, son of the Reverend Larry Foster Sr. and Rozia Foster of Oklahoma, is a graduate of Fredrick Douglas High School in Oklahoma and Southwestern College in Kansas. He is employed with Cintas Corporation in management in Oklahoma. Bride’s grandparents (in memory of) the Reverend Burl and Helen Robinson, and Velma Mosley. Groom’s grandparents (in memory of) Carl and Leahnell Foster, Henry Mae Pendleton Mckinney, and Andrew Mckinney. The bride wore an iridescent satin, metallic embroidery, layered crystal, beaded dress flowing with sequins and rhinestones in a mermaid style, seashell colored with a semi-cathedral train. Rehearsal dinner was August 1, hosted by Devora White of Whitehouse. The reception was held at Villa Di FelicitB in Tyler. Krystle and D’Andre would like to thank Sheila Lee for all she did to make their day beautiful and stress free. Following a honeymoon to Jamaica, the couple will reside in Oklahoma.
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April Linnea Thomas and Benjamin Wingaite Johnson were married at First United Methodist Church in Longview, September 26, 2009. Following the ceremony, the celebration continued with dinner and dancing at the Longview Museum of Fine Arts. The couple honeymooned in Mexico at Maroma Beach. April is a dental hygienist, and Ben is a dentist and Captain in the United States Air Force, stationed at Lackland AFB. The couple is living in San Antonio. April and Ben would like to thank photographer Donna Cummings, videographer Vanessa McKellar, Jack Barkley, and all of their family and friends for making their wedding day so special.
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Tara Marsh & Scott Woodruff
Tara Marsh and Scott Woodruff were married June 12, 2009, at Marchant Chapel in Scottsville, Texas.
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Ashley Kennedy and Chris Veach were married August 1, 2009, at First Baptist Church in Mineola, Texas.
Ashley Cherie’ Charron & Jason Cory Hunt Ashley CheriJ Charron and Jason Cory Hunt were married June 27, 2009, at Woodland Hills Baptist Church in Longview, Texas.
Morgan Christine Williamson & Chance Alan Franks
Morgan Christine Williamson and Chance Alan Franks plan to wed November 8, 2009, at Elmwood Gardens in Palestine, Texas.
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Planning a dinner, corporate banquet or a wedding extravaganza? Southern Hills will help you create a fabulous event. We offer flexible and spacious event rooms along with a mouth-watering menu created just for you. Our beautiful 5,000-square-foot pavilion with outdoor fireplace and grill, are perfect for outdoor receptions and events. And, of course, the 18-hole championship golf course provides the perfect backdrop for an outdoor wedding and/or reception of any kind.
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THE RIGHT DRESS SHAPE
FOR YOU featuring styles by Maggie Sottero
Empire Line Dresses
Mermaid Dresses
Column or Sheath Dresses
Straighter than a-line and less figure hugging, in an empire dress the skirt starts just below the bust and falls softly from there.
The top of these dresses can be like sheath dresses, but they flare out below the knee, putting more emphasis on the curves above. Fishtails tend to have most of the flaring to the back of the dress, but with mermaid it is very evident in front too. They are invariably quite figure-hugging.
Column dresses have a slim outline, cut close to and following the natural curves of the body. Some have a waist seam, but generally they are sheath dresses. They can be bias-cut, which allows the fabric to flow around the body and can be very flattering - provided you are slim. Column dresses have a very sleek modern look and can be stunning.
The style and shape of the seam above the skirt can vary quite a bit. Brides who don't want a figure-hugging dress should consider an empire line. It is good to conceal a larger waist. It tends to elongate the body, giving an appearance of being taller. Empire is less flattering for: Curvy, pear-shaped or full figures. It tends not to work with a larger bust, and the line of the skirt emphasizes larger hips.
Mermaid is less flattering for: Pear-shaped or full figures. Curves need to be in proportion, and a waist which is noticeably smaller than the hips or shoulders is essential for this style to work. This dress really emphasizes the hips, so it is not a style for the pear-shaped bride.
Column is flattering for: Slim, tall brides, rectangle and triangle body shapes. Column is less flattering for: Curvy, pear-shaped, full figures and short brides. A column dress hides nothing - it follows the body contours, wherever they are! They can make a short slim bride seem insignificant, especially if the groom is tall.
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Mermaid is flattering for: Slim but curvy or hourglass figures. Very good on an hourglass figure, showing off the curves of the body to perfection.
In today's casual world, few of us are entirely sure what sort of wedding dress will make us look our best.
Wedding Dress "Believe It or Not" The longest wedding dress train measured 5180 ft. 5 in. and was unveiled during E-mariage festival in Bucharest, Romania on April 1, 2009.
Listed, are the most commonly encountered shapes of wedding gowns and guidelines for who should and shouldn't consider each. We hope you find this helpful.
Of course all of us are different shapes and sizes and although these guidelines will help, don't be afraid to try different variations as one designer's cut may suit you better, than another. If you feel you could benefit from professional assistance, or to see more Maggie Sottero styles, we suggest our fashion show sponsor, The Glitz Boutique in Longview.
A-Line Dresses
Ball Gowns The distinguishing features of the ball gown are a fitted bodice, a defined waist and a full skirt. The ball gown style is probably the sort of wedding dress most girls dream of wearing on their big day, but while it will make some look wonderful, it really is not for everyone. These are statement dresses and can overwhelm small brides.
This style is less than ball gown, featuring a skirt that flares out from either a natural or a dropped waistline, usually with no seam at the waistline. The A-line dress flatters most figures and works especially well for pear-shaped or full figures. The fullness of the skirt can be varied quite a bit.
Ball gowns are flattering for: Thin and tall brides, triangle or rectangle figures, slight pear-shaped figures and slim hourglass figures. If you are tall and slim with a well balanced shape, a classic ball gown can work well. If your figure is less than perfect, try a less defined waist gown or a less full skirt with perhaps some ruching to soften the look.
A-line is flattering for: Petite or full figure brides and short waists. The simple lines of an a-line dress can make a small bride look taller and a full figure brides one slimmer. It is also flattering for the pear-shaped, especially with a lower waistline. A-line is less flattering for: Thick waists and hourglass figures. If your waistline is large, the dress will end up looking straight - effectively losing the A-line that gives it it's name, and will emphasise your waist. While hourglass figures can wear A-line dresses, it will not be making the most of their curves if they do.
Ball gowns are less flattering for: Petite figures, pronounced pear-shaped figures or larger hourglasses figures. While often recommended to disguise a pear shape, this is only true if the hips are just slightly wider than the shoulders. Those with larger hips will find it disguises nothing, but instead, it emphasizes the hips.
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Airbrush Make-up Artist~ Make-up by Rachelle Rachelle Espindola (469) 684-9438 Bed & Breakfasts~ Centaur Arabian Farms Owners Bill and Eva Sealey 10271 FM 2813 Flint (903) 561-6926 www.centaurarabianfarms.com Roseland Plantation 2601 State Hwy. 64 Ben Wheeler (903) 849-5553 www.roselandplantation.com Roseville Bed & Breakfast 6843 US Hwy. 80 West Marshall (903) 935-5000 www.rosevillebedandbreakfast.com Beverages: Punch, Coffee Wine and Liquor~ Party Punch Frozen Concentrate Treat Alicia or Mary (903) 658-5559 www.PartyPunchBF.com Body Fat Melting Technology~ Stephenson Health & Wellness Center Kenna Stephenson, M.D. 2304 Judson Rd., Ste. D Longview (903) 753-3600 www.awakeningathena.com Bridal Boutiques~
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Cakes by Design Pam Phillips, Owner Longview (903) 241-5949 (903) 234-9155 www.macscakes.zoomshare.com
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Candy & Cakes By Carrie 152 CR 2411 Beckville (903) 678-4248 (903) 738-7544 www.candyandcakesbycarrie.com
Lillies and Lace Bridal and Formal 1013 West Loop 281 Longview (903) 759-7751 The Glitz 1416 McCann Road Longview (903) 234-8262 www.glitzboutique.com Traditions Bridal and Formal 3048 Summerhill Road Texarkana (903) 793-1570 www.traditionsbridal.net Bridal Registry and Gifts~ The Mercantile 207 Horaney Street Longview (903) 757-9200 4905 Estes Parkway Longview (903) 643-2506 Cake Designers~ Adalante' Catering Company 1723 Troup Hwy Tyler (903) 526-3800 www.adalantecatering.com All In Good Taste Bakery Shelly Vetor 1201 Arkansas Blvd. Texarkana, AR (870) 774-5123 (872) 779-0269 www.AllInGoodTasteBakery.com
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Paula Prince's Party Machine Longview (903) 738-4051 www.paulaspartymachine.com
Salon Kalea Day Spa Megan Lee Brown 3415 South Broadway Tyler (903) 534-1101 skdayspa.com Marriage Counseling~
A Digital Scrapbook (903) 561-2861 www.ADigitalScrapbook.com Music/DJs~ A Volume Unlimited Alan Teague Cell (903) 676-7372 (903) 852-7717 Professional service for over 25 years Bigg Bill's DJ Service Bill Lawson Longview (903) 235-6037 Reasonable Rates for Any Occasion Boogie Butt Productions Robin H. Butt (903) 597-6788 (877) BOOGIE-4U www.boogie4u.com
Take 2 Classic Rock Band Contact Greg Murphy Tyler, TX 903-245-1604 www.take2band.com Personalized Gifts~ Country Charm Candles 15646 Hwy 79 N. Jacksonville (903) 541-4705 Two Mom's Creations Personalized Gifts and Baskets 207 West Tyler Street Gilmer (903) 680-1111 Photographers~
CMB Music Productions Casey Brown, Owner Palestine (903) 724-3192 www.CMBDJs.com
Able Photography & Video Longview (903) 663-8884 Tyler (903) 939-8884 www.ableweddingphoto.com
Colore Ensembles "Your Music Solution" Diana Hector-Norwood Ark-La-Tex (903) 752-1607 www.tylerstrings.com
Alex M. Photography Alex Maldonado (903) 729-4884 www.alexmphotography.com
Dave Goldman's Music on Wheels Since 1980 (903) 312-2576 (903) 882-8240 DJ Daddy Co Mobile DJ John Cohagen, DJ/Emcee Longview (903) 918-4555 www.djdaddyco.com
Allen Arrick Photography Tyler (903) 253-1848 www.allenarrick.com
Donna Cummings Photography 2619 Lake Springs Rd. Jacksonville (903) 586-8087 (903) 721-9279 www.donnacummings.com Gema's Photography & Studio 109 W. Front Street, Ste. 205 Tyler (903) 526-4114 www.gemasphotography.com Graham's Photography Bob Graham Longview (903) 235-3715 www.RobertGrahamPhotography.com Jennifer Willard Photography (903) 723-5956 (903) 724-1529 www.jenniferwillardphotography.com Jenny Leigh Portraits (903) 253-5588 www.jennyleighportraits.com Jen's Precision Images Jen Townsend 123 MC 422 Texarkana, AR (870) 653-5056 www.jpiphotography.com Jim King Photography (903) 241-1242 www.heritage-studio.com Krystle Akin Photography (903) 681-2618 www.KrystleAkin.com
Barnett Photography Longview (903) 736-8561 www.photographybybarnett.com
Lasting Impressions-Portrait Designs by Viki Tyler and Lindale (903) 312-0251 www.lastingimpressionsbyviki.com
Brandi Burkett Photography Tyler (903) 312-5550 www.BrandiBurkett.com
Lucky Thirteen Studios (903) 312-4497 (903) 312-4663 www.LuckyThirteenStudios.net November/December 2009 The Wedded Bliss 81
Marquardt Photography 719 W. Front St. Tyler (903) 941-8530 www.stanmarquardt.com One Creation Studios Niki Anderson Texarkana (430) 200-0482 www.onecreationstudios.com Photogenics Tyler (903) 521-2331 (903) 216-7341 www.photogenicscaptures.com Photography by Dena Lufkin (936) 875-5592 www.photographybydena.com Photography By Don & Judy 114 Timber Trail Longview (903) 759-4927 www.photosbydonandjudy.com Photography by Frank 1013 Bazzell Drive Longview (903) 759-6959 www.eastexfoto.com Pinklime Photography Athens (903) 681-9042 (903) 340-4949 www.pinklimephotography.com Shawn Hodges Photography 200 Town East Road Henderson (903) 657-6819 (903) 646-3618 www.shawnhodgesphotography.com Treasured Moments Portraits 104 Quitman Pittsburg (903) 856-0006 www.treasuredmomentsportraits.com Video Perfection and Photography Debbie Henson (903) 223-5600 www.VideoPerfection.com Restaurant and Private Event Venues~ GZ Asian Bistro 2002 Judson Rd., Suite 3 Longview (903) 247-8000 www.gzasianbistro.com Stacey’s Sweets & Catering 200 C West Pinecrest Marshall (903) 935-7933 (903) 399-1249
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The Potpourri House Weddings, Receptions, Catering 3320 Troup Hwy Tyler (903) 592-4171 www.potpourrihouse.com Traditions The Resort at Lake Tyler 6205 S. Broadway Tyler (903) 534-1111 www.TraditionsTyler.com Salons and Day Spas~ Salon Kalea Day Spa 3415 South Broadway Tyler (903) 534-1101 www.skdayspa.com Tuxedos~ The Tux Shop of Tyler 4815 Old Bullard Rd. Ste. 104 Tyler (903) 534-9799 Sir Knight 1410 Judson Rd. Longview (903) 757-6647 www.sirknight.com Videographers~ A Thousand Word Productions (903) 839-7200 www.athousandword.com Able Photography & Video Longview (903) 663-8884 Tyler (903) 939-8884 www.ablevideo.com JMHpro East Texas (903) 312-8289 www.jmhpro.com Vanessa McKellar Productions 5201 S. Broadway, Ste. 230-A Tyler (903) 894-6078 www.vanessamckellar.com Video Perfection and Photography Debbie Henson (903) 223-5600 www.VideoPerfection.com
Wedding and Event Planners ~ Bouquets and Bowties Laura West ACWC Certified Wedding Consultant (214) 683-6673 (903) 939-3321 www.bouquetsandbowties.com Bride's Chapel and Event Hall 4400 W. Marshall Ave. Longview (903) 759-7100 Decolette Weddings and Events 4828 South Broadway, Ste. 108 Tyler (877) 750-3924 www.decoletteweddingsandevents.com Dreams to Memories Susan Johnson (903) 360-8802 www.dreams2memories.net Jobs By Janice Longview (903) 757-7844 (903) 576-2706 www.jobsbyjanice.com Twisted Vines...A Floral Studio Owner/Designer, Jennifer Crawford 406 N. Stateline Ave. Texarkana, AR (903) 748-6319 (870) 772-2700 Wedding Location and Event Packages~ Bride's Chapel and Event Hall 4400 W. Marshall Ave. Longview (903) 759-7100 www.brideschapel.com Castle on the Lake Jacksonville (903) 721-3593 www.jacksonvillecastle.com Eagle’s Bluff 99 Eagle’s Bluff Blvd. Bullard (903) 825-1173 Ext. 104 www.eaglesbluff.com Elmwood Gardens 680 ACR 446 Palestine (903) 549-2716 (903) 724-5619 www.elmwoodgardens.com Garrison Gardens Texarkana (870) 773-0275 (903) 244-7644 (903) 244-5152 www.garrisongardens.net
Grace Manor 305 Guinn Place Rusk (903) 683-8432 (281) 703-0039 www.gracemanorweddings.com
The Legacy David & Susan Jones, Owners Jacksonville (903) 571-9644 www.thelegacy-venue.com
Hidden Creek Estate 24956 Country Club Rd. Gladewater (903) 844-9191 www.hiddencreekestate.com
The Marshall Grand Harrison County Courthouse Square Marshall (903) 938-3535 www.TheMarshallGrand.com
Holiday Inn South Broadway Contact: Pam Neman 5701 S. Broadway Ave. Tyler (903) 579-8203 www.holidayinn.com/tylertx
The old Parker Place Joy Manning (903) 660-2497 (817) 437-0217 Stephanie Buchanan (903) 452-0174 516 Young Rd. , Hallsville
Wedding Supply Rentals~
The Secret Place Retreat Center (903) 799-6368 (903) 808-1034
All American Party and Tent Rentals 4917 Old Jacksonville Hwy. Tyler (903) 561-2943 www.AllAmericanPartyAndTent.com
Hollytree Country Club 6700 Hollytree Drive Tyler (903) 581-4952 ext. 102 www.hollytreeclub.com Hunt Villa Margaret Hunt, Owner Hallsville (903) 668-4752 (903) 746-0024 Pineapple Manor Longview (903) 918-0886 www.ThePineappleManor.com Rivercreek Farm and Ranch 2215 Roy Road Tyler (903) 534-4997 www.rivercreekfarmandranch.com Roseland Plantation 2601 State Hwy. 64 Ben Wheeler (903) 849-5553 www.roselandplantation.com Roseville Bed & Breakfast 6843 US Hwy. 80 West Marshall (903) 935-5000 www.rosevillebedandbreakfast.com Shoemaker Hill Ranch Jacksonville (903) 530-3340 www.ShoemakerHillRanch.com Southern Hills Amity Stanfield, Event Coordinator Gladewater (903) 984-5335
The Summit 210 E. Methvin Longview (903) 753-0331 www.summitlongview.com The Reserve Terry Edney (903) 720-4295 Debi McDaniel (903) 431-3496 7725 Hwy. 259 Longview www.bookthereserve.com Traditions The Resort at Lake Tyler 6205 S. Broadway Tyler (903) 534-1111 www.TraditionsTyler.com Victoria Station Whitehouse Pam Hood (903) 571-1149 Cheryle Fisher (903) 780-5725 www.victoriastationweddings.com
Laura Nicolardi - pianist 2106 Woodhaven Drive Tyler (903) 566-1713 (936) 425-5131 Otis and The Metro Band contact: Bennie Webster Tyler (903) 597-4928 www.metroband.org
5S Rental & Sales 502 US. Hwy 80 West White Oak (903) 295-6666 www.5srental.com
Iron Inspired Iron Wedding & Reception Rentals Lynne Akin Longview (903) 738-3231 (903) 297-7803 www.ironinspiredweddings.com Red Hat Rentals 951 NE Loop 7 Athens (903) 677-3850 www.redhatrentals.com Special Events 1900 N. Eastman Road (Hwy 259) Longview (903) 758-2772 Table Tops 4829 Forestwood Blvd Tyler (903) 534-3954 (903) 520-7727 www.TableTopsRental.com.
Villa di Felicita` 7891 Hwy. 110 3-5 miles outside N. Loop 323 (903) 253-8989 (903) 597-0002 www.villadifelicita.com Wedding Music~
Tankersley Gardens 518 Tankersley Road Mt. Pleasant (903) 572-0567 www.tankersleygardens.com
Colore Ensembles "Your Music Solution" Diana Hector-Norwood Ark-La-Tex (903) 752-1607 www.tylerstrings.com
The Belgium House Jan McClung, Owner Hallsville (903) 660-0125 (903) 720-6414 www.thebelgiumhouse.com
Evergreen Strings Eleanor Boyd (903) 938-1359 www.marshalltx.us/evergreenstrings November/December 2009 The Wedded Bliss 83
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