Wed
June 18, 2011
Cochino Lodge
It was 104 degrees in the shade but friends and relatives came from Kansas, Iowa, California as well as Galveston, Texas, Houston, Dallas, Missouri City, Garrison and Nacogdoches. The gathering of these families was a large gathering. The industrial size bar-b-q pit came in on what looked like an 18 wheeler trailer. The head "chef" began on Friday evening, stayed up all night and had a delicious spread the next day for the reception. The families rented the cabins at Cochino and retired there after the rehersal dinner on Firday and wedding on Saturday. It was great for them not to have to begin the journey back home. The Newly married couple also spent their first the night at Cochino. The Family baked the wedding cake, prepared the other sweets and fruit and did the decor. It was a grand day for visiting, football, fishing and don't forget trying to stay 'cool'. The wedding theme was all about water, sand, shells and the beach. Shanda and Julius brought a little of the beach and Island life with them for the decor and it worked out really well.
Professional Photographer Amy Powers
Captivating Photography
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Captivating Photography by Amy
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The Following Photos by Suzanne Steed
Shanda, what a beautiful bride
The First Kiss at Cochino as Husband and Wife
Prewedding Photography in keeping with the wedding theme.
Each guest etched their name on the large "photograph"
A happy and very handsome Groom who remained calm and very considerate throughout.
Family from Kansas who worked to make the wedding a success..along with other family members who cooked, decorated, and coordinated.
Mother and Daughter
Handsome Brothers always there for eachother.
Hot day with a novel arrangement for cool water.
The cake was unusual. Family of the Groom made sure it was exactly as the Bride and Groom wanted. Sea Shells and star fish could all be eaten. Delicious cake too.
The new couple put their initials in the sea sand
The wedding party had quite a few young attendants. Waiting for the wedding, the attendants were busy creating art.
Just after the ceremony
The Bar-B-Q was a 2 day cooking affair. It began Friday night and continued throughout the night into the next day. The "chef" did not sleep Friday night as he tended the cooking. There was a lot of food.
From Garrison, Texas the "Chef" and his crew brought their cooking rig.
Family
The Fruit buffet was colorful and well arranged.
Sister of the Groom welcomed the guest and offered water and delightful fans .
Groom's Grandmother
Bride's Grandmother
The Bride's relatives constructed a great name display
"Karow" the Bride's new name.
The East Lawn Wedding Ceremony set-up
Pets are welcomed at Cochino Lodge.
Molly was a hit with all the guests
Mother of the Bride
Mother of the Groom
The DJ, Julian Haynes from Livingston, Texas had a variety of music for the dance as well as Wedding music. His 'helper' was part of the wedding party that loved music. So he helped out.
Julian can be reached at 832-487-3529
Wedding attendent who kept the crowd moving and well seated. Traveled from Houston to attend the wedding. The 'bearing' fire did not deter him, however he kept a good watch on the conditions.
2 comments:
Thanks so much to Cochino! The wedding was awesome, and, yes, it was hot! The accomodations are great and so is Suzanne Steed! Suzanne, thank you for everything! Jerrie
Shanda & Julius Thank you for letting me be a part of your big day!!! The lodge was perfect for your perfect day :)
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