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Catherine & Brian

Catherine & Brian met with us for a Pre-Wedding Shoot at our local Lake. Brian was so relaxed he was nearly horizontal and Catherine was worrying for the both of them and I couldn’t blame her as they were getting married on Friday 13th  I know this is suppose to be a unlucky day for some but I’d say Brian was the luckiest man in Ireland when Catherine walked up the Aisle!

The day came and the weather was great, we arrived at Catherine’s house only to find some works were being carried out. We then found out that Catherine & Brian had the same idea as ourselves, they were renovating and moving in at home, Catherine’s Daddy really didn’t loose a daughter but gained a son and folks honestly it was the best thing we ever done living next door to Mum & Dad! We had our own independence but with all the love & support that we needed!

Catherine’s a twin but thankfully not identical so we had no problem telling the difference between her and Alicia. These two ladies mean business and I’m telling you now, this Wedding was organized down to the finest detail! I think Alicia might have had a hand in this!  Catherine’s dress was gorgeous and her shoes were unreal, Irregular Choice, my personal favourite!

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We got some lovely Photos around the house that morning including her Daddy having his shave for the day.  There was one very special Lady missing and that was Catherine’s Granny Donnelly!  There was a lovely Photograph of Granny when she was younger and one of her in later life and she was an extremely good looking lady!  Now I know where these girls got their good looks from!

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Stephen Mallon decorated the Church in Pomeroy and it looked class! The Boys arrived a little bit later than expected in a very big yellow lorry! With the wing mirrors pulled in, the lorry just fitted through the pillars and no more! Brian had even joked with Fr Moore that maybe he could have widened the gateway but Fr Moore was having none of that LOL!

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Alicia and her Mum arrived looked stunning followed shortly afterwards by the Bride & her Daddy in a convertible Beetle! Fr Moore greeted Catherine & Brian at the top of the Aisle and the Ceremony began!

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We then headed to Killymoon Castle in Cookstown for the Photo-shoot and then onto the Greenvale Hotel where Mickey Mc Elhatton greeted the Couple.  The Function Room looked amazing!  Mickey’s attention to detail is second to none! After the meal the band started to set up and out came Jim Devine to entertain the guests. I can assure you when we left the floor was packed and the craic was mighty!

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Best Wishes to you both for the Future and remember love is the greatest gift when given, but it is the highest honor when received!

Sharon & Brendan

I met with Sharon & her Mum about a year and half before the Big Day. I knew from our meeting that we would get on famously! Sharon’s little Sister Michaella also works in our local Hairdressers in Loughmacrory, so I have tortured Michaella manys a time for a quick wash cut & blow dry!!

On the Wedding Day we arrived at Sharon’s house and it was the usual morning scene!! Hairdressers in one room, beauticians in another, Mummy running round trying to get organized and Daddy out farming, YES, out farming, Mickey didn’t have a care in the world, he was quite happy sorting out the animals!

Zero Hair & Beauty were in charge of the hairs & make-up and when they were done Sharon and her entourage looked amazing!

Brendan & the boys who might I add, looked very smart, were delivered on time to the Church by the very reliable Glendale Limousines. There was one extra special little man that morning and that was Cahir, Sharon & Brendan’s son! Cahir was adorable and so good, he just didn’t like to smile at us (I bet Michaella bribed him…LOL).

Sharon walked up the Aisle and into Brendan’s arms and the look of Love between the two was quite obvious!

The Ceremony was soon over and the new Mr & Mrs Wilson were met at the doors of the Church with kids from the local school in which Sharon works. We left the Church and stopped at Loughmacrory Lough for a few photos before heading onto Killymoon Castle in Cookstown. Dorothy had the kettle on and the scones were going down a treat!

The Photos were taken and we headed over to the Glenavon for the Meal and entertainment. As usual James greeted the couple with a smile and a couple of glasses of their finest Champagne!   We then headed in to see the cake, made by Sharon’s Aunt Colleen, it was fantastic! Later that night the boys from Bleedin Cowboys entertained the guests!

Many congratulations to Sharon, Brendan & Cahir on their Special Day and we wish you all every happiness in your future lives together.

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Emer & Jack

We had not got the chance to meet with Emer & Jack as they both live in England, so on the morning of the Wedding we arrived at the Bride’s House and received a lovely welcome from the Bridal Party and Parents. We had met with this family before when we covered Emer’s Brother Conor’s Wedding to Caroline a few years ago!  Caroline was expecting their third child and had two of the most gorgeous wee princesses! They were very shy but soon came round to posing!

You always remember certain things about Bride’s Houses and this one was no different! THE HEAT was unreal; their dining room had a glass roof so we were roasted! Paul got chatting to Emer’s Dad about running Marathons & races etc so they were quite happy leaving me to do the work, only joking Paul!

Emer knew exactly what type of dress she wanted but couldn’t find it anywhere so she decided to get it made locally. The Dress was plain and elegant and with Emer’s long Red hair, she looked amazing!!

Jack arrived with all the crew from England to the Church and the sun was shining! Emer and her Dad arrived shortly afterwards in a convertible Beetle.

After the Ceremony was over we headed to Derry for the photo-shoot and I’m sure you can see in the background the Foyle Bridge! Jack even Face-timed his Grandma back in England as she had broken her hip and couldn’t make the journey! The Sun shone the entire time!!

The couple arrived at the Silver Tassie and it was starting to get a bit colder, you will see that I have mentioned the weather quite a bit! This is because no sooner had the guests sat for their Dinner that the snow started! The ground was covered in about 2-3inches of hail and snow!

It was a lovely day with a lovely Couple, we hope you both have a wonderful life together and remember Marriages are like fingerprints; each one is different and each one is beautiful!

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Tracey & Sean McGread

What a beautiful morning we had at Tracey’s House, we were made feel so at home with all the girls and their wee daddy too. Tracey was one of the most relaxed Brides we have ever met!  Her Sister who came over from Ibiza for the Wedding even let us photograph her with no makeup on, as she was so tanned!  Not jealous at all!!  LOL!

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Sean and the Boys arrived at the Church super early to make sure everything was ready for the Guests.  The Church looked amazing, Stephen Mallon worked his magic and from the flowers inside to the lovely white mat waiting for Tracey to walk up, everything was set!  Sean and the Boys even done a little bit of posing for us, but we were sworn to secrecy on that!

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When the Bridesmaids arrived in their gorgeous “duck egg blue” dresses, the sun was shining!  Next to arrive was Tracey & her Daddy in Glendale’s Rolls Royce, what an entrance!!
The Ceremony went over perfectly, but there was one special person missing and that was Tracey’s wee Mummy.  Now from what I heard throughout the day she was a true lady!  Nothing can make you stop missing a loved one at a Wedding but I’m sure she was looking down on them both with a big Smile of Approval.

After the Ceremony was over we called at Louis Kelly’s House in Omagh.  The Photos were taken and there was even a special request from the little flower girl that Princess Elsa got her pic taken too, how could we refuse!  Tracey was very lucky to have two dashing little pageboys that day, but a week before the Wedding the little man took the chickenpox!  Needless to say Photoshop is a wonderful invention!

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When we arrived at the Silver Tassie Hotel in Letterkenny we were met with an Amazing Cart full of Glasses, all handmade by Tracey’s Sister-in-Law Brenda from BCrafty.  This is one seriously talented lady.  Brenda made an individual glass for each lady at the Wedding and Sean made sure the men wouldn’t miss out so they received a Scratch card!  What Fab Favours!

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To end this wonderful day in memory of Tracey’s Mummy a game of Bingo was held in her honour.  I’ve never seen a room full of guests as quiet in a long time waiting to hear their numbers being called and bang then we heard “BINGO”, the room erupted with a cheer!!

We wish you both every Happiness in your future lives together and thanks again for having us!

Sinead & Shane

We had the pleasure of photographing Sinead & Shane’s Wedding Day.  The Ceremony took place in Dunmoyle with a Reception afterwards in the Clanree Hotel, Letterkenny.

Sinead’s dress was stunning and the flowers were simply beautiful, courtesy of Stephen Mallon.  Catherine Fleming was the Make-up Artist for the day and as usual everyone looked immaculate.

Sinead had plenty of help on the day from her five gorgeous flower girls who behaved so good on the day!

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Shane arrived at the Church looking very handsome and of course it was bucketing with rain but that didn’t stop the smiles!!

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I have to comment on how lovely the two Mothers looked, their outfits were amazing but they had a little competition from one very glamorous Granny, see the lovely lady above!

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The attention to detail from Sinead was second to none, the function room even had a “small table” for all the “small people” to play and have fun at.

Thanks again to you both for having us at your Big Day and we wish you both every happinesses in your future lives together.

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Sinead & Stephen

We have known Sinead since she was a wee girl running about so we were delighted to be asked to be a part of her Special Day!  It really is lovely to be at a couples wedding but when you know the Family it makes it even more special!

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Sinead had two of the most relaxed Bridesmaids ever Cathy & Julie, they never stopped smiling the entire day.  Sinead’s dress was stunning and it complemented her figure amazingly!  When we arrived to the Church the first thing that jumped out at me was the lovely sign Sinead had got made for her Daddy!  Have a look and see how true these words are!!

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Stephen & the boys arrived in a white Honda Integra which was Stephen’s pride & joy!  Cathy & Julie arrived shortly afterwards looking radiant in beautiful red dresses.  One of my favourite photos is the one of Sinead’s Daddy looking at her in the back of the car as they arrived.  The look of Pride in his eyes was clear!

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The church was full and as Sinead & her Daddy walked up the Aisle, Stephen looked very nervous, but once he turned and saw Sinead, all the nervous disappeared.  Fr O’ Neill conducted the Ceremony and the Register was signed!  It was Official Mr & Mrs Mc Gurk.

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We left the Church and headed to Mullaghmore House in Omagh.

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After all the Photographs were taken, our destination was the Villa Rose Hotel in Ballybofey.  Tommy & Rhonda were there to meet the new Mr & Mrs Mc Gurk.  After the Dinner the Band set up and the dancing started, as I knew quite a few of the guests at a Wedding, I couldn’t resist sneaking in a couple of Funny Pics!  Sorry Anne and co!  LOL

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Fantastic Day Sinead & Stephen, we wish you both every happiness in your future lives together!