I don’t think I’ve ever seen such an outpouring of family love as I saw at Parraize and Andrea’s wedding. From the dozen+  people that volunteered to decorate the church to her father’s heartfelt toast, one thing was clear: Parraize and Andrea are adored by those around them.

Their wedding came on the weekend of the first snow I’ve ever seen in October. Driving conditions were tricky and the sky was unusually bright, but Andrea was her cool, calm and collected self. She was ready. Parraize had his usual grin on his face- he too was ready. Ready for his best friend to walk down the aisle, and for him to finally be able to call her his wife.

Parraize and Andrea, you all belong together. You’re so much fun to be around, and your love is strong and tangible. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for allowing me in on the biggest day of your lives.

 

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Seriously, how cool are these shoes? Parraize gave them to Andrea at their rehearsal dinner.

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Andrea was getting ready in a separate room from her bridesmaids, so this is the first time they saw her.

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Parraize and Andrea are really big into sports, so they had a bit of an athletic theme going on at their wedding. I told you they’re cool.

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I think this was the point that I directed the groomsmen to give me their best “I’m-so-cool-I-can’t-even-get-over-myself” face.

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Alright so I haven’t seen the movie “Bridesmaids,” but this speech was hilarious. The two maids of honor, Joi and Nicole, went back and forth during their speech, each trying to outdo each other with how close she and the bride are/have always been. I was laughing to hard I could barely photograph. IT WAS AWESOME.

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And then there was a surprise! Andrea’s mother booked a group called Versatile Sounds and they brought the house down.

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That photo on the right is of my second shooter for the day, Sarah of Ampersand Photography. She’s amazing!

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These two had moves. Like Jagger.

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Oh Andrea, you’re just exquisite.

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Snow!!

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Happy Monday!

Love Everlasting- Parraize and Andrea’s Upper Marlboro Wedding

November 14, 2011

  1. Elizabeth says:

    Abby, these are just gorgeous! I can’t pick a fav. This looks like it was such a fun wedding!

  2. I LOVE snowy pictures!!!! Bridesmaids was hilarious, and those shoes are awesome!!!!

  3. Stephen says:

    Very tasty work. Great job!

  4. Clarisse Bernardes says:

    Beautiful Abby! I love the personal touches such as the shoes and the cupcakes. It must have been such a fun wedding. And as always, your photos have left me teary!

  5. Maria says:

    Love the snowy pics outdoors! What a happy couple 🙂

  6. Rita says:

    Love the photos Abby! They show the love Parraize & Andrea have for each other…I had so much fun at wedding/reception too.

    Re

  7. AshleyInDC says:

    The shot of the bride looking out the window – wow, gorgeous! What a great looking couple. Looks like it was a fun day. 🙂

  8. Jean Hensley says:

    Great pictures, Abby. You really show the highlights of the weddings. Beautiful!

  9. Joi says:

    YOU.ARE.AWESOME.

    I love them 🙂

  10. robin says:

    Great photos! I thought you were a great photog the day of, so I’m not surprised. Love them!

  11. Kay Collins says:

    The pictures are absolutely gorgeous! Beautiful Couple =)Love you Mr. and Mrs. Butler!

  12. Nicole says:

    I absolutely love the pics! (It was a fun day!)

  13. Mary Marantz says:

    LOVe those shoes!!

    M:)

  14. Dee says:

    OMG! The Ring Bearer for sure had a blast. When i take a look at these pictures, in an instant it takes me back to that day and it was such a wonderful occassion and was so fun and heartfelt.
    Fabulous photos!

  15. Nina says:

    Amazing photos and photography! These pics definitely exude the love, fellowship, and fun we had that day!

  16. Arteida says:

    I love these pictures. The poses, the lighting are perfect. Cannot wait to see our pictures 😉

  17. Westley Douglas says:

    My man, my man! and of course The First Lady, I wish you the best of blessings forever and ever. You are truly intertwined in the graceful favor of GOD almighty. The pictures are absolutely beautiful and you spirit shines like a light. Continue to hold close all things sacred and let free all that is not. GOD BLESS!

  18. Congrats you two, you will be an example of love to a lot of couples!!!! These photos are awesome.

    It was a pleasure doing your cake and cupcakes!! It fit the day perfectly.

  19. Annie Tang says:

    Such a beautiful wedding! The Mrs. Butler’s shoe is the highlight in the whole wedding. It brought energy to the new couple that will lead them run together on the long life road.

  20. Marco Brew says:

    Andrea, Parraize absolute gorgeous wedding, family, lot a character, class, fun pics, I loved scrolling your blog post … it was like being there for a moment…, And gotta say the custom blue kicks are a signature shot!! Really! Both of you continue to be blessed and receive favor from the LORD! Congratulations to you both Mr Ms Butler!!

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