Kristina O'Brien Photography: {Nicole and Michael} Married

When I think about what I loved about Nicole and Michael's wedding, I literally don't know where to start. Maybe it was the gorgeous location at The Barn on Walnut Hill in North Yarmouth, or the classic vintage theme of the wedding, or the incredibly sweet bride and groom and their wonderfully welcoming family and friends. Or maybe it was the live band Cajun music by Jimmy Jo & The Jumbol'ayuhs. In the end, it was everything that came together just perfectly for Nicole and Michael and I could not stop snapping away as I worked to capture it all.

Framed pictures were placed at different table settings for the ones who have passed on. I absolutely loved this idea...such an amazing way to honor those who could not attend.

Nicole's gown was simply stunning and her earrings were her grandmother's. They were perfect together.

The first look...

The ceremony was one of the most unique and personalized I've ever seen. There were so many special touches, and so much emotion from everyone..even I got choked up a few times!

I've been to a lot of weddings. A lot. I have NEVER heard so much ooh-ing and ahh-ing as a bride walks down the aisle as there was for Nicole. She was stunning!

The ring pillow was passed around to everyone in attendance. Their job was to put their hands over Michael and Nicole's rings to bless them before they exchanged them.

These chairs were specially reserved for the Grandmothers - how cute is that?!

Dinner was an on the site barbeque by Captain Hog Tie BBQ. Talk about an awesome summer dinner..these guys do a great job!

The speeches after dinner were wonderful. I especially loved the part when I learned that Nicole is a fellow cheerleader turned rugby player. I thought I was the only one out there! You go girl!

After dinner, we moved into the barn for the reception. And this crowd could p-a-r-t-y. At one point I was asked if I'd ever seen any group as crazy as them. When I responded that my family was pretty insane, and yes, I had, they yelled that they needed to step it up! And they did. And it was a blast.