Walters and Gardner Engagement Party Lindsey Walters and Eric Gardner celebrated their engagement with a cocktail party on the evening of Saturday, February 21, 2015 at the beautiful home of Guy Campbell, on Loop Road. Lindsey is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Brian Moreau and Mr. and Mrs. Gladden S. Walters, III and Eric is the son of Mrs. Kathy Gardner, Mr. R. B. Green and the late Vance Gardner The party was hosted by Guy Campbell, Kim Hummel and a number of very close friends and family. Lindsey wore a mermaid gown by Marchesa Notte. Rose gold embellishments enhanced this elegant sleeveless scoop neckline gown and fitted mermaid shaped tulle skirt. Her look was completed with Oscar de La Renta gold crystal linear drop earrings, hair by the talented Holly McCready and Blake Mason and finally make-up by the amazing James McCready, all of Rain Salon. The evening began with a private party dedicated to the many wonderful hosts. As people entered the foyer, the home was overflowing with exquisite floral arrangements of Casablanca lilies, cherry blossoms, Oceania roses, dendrobium orchids and agapanthus created by the talented floral designer, Clinton Downing, with special assistance from Gayle Sheppard. Every room was filled with fresh flowers and candles. The large outdoor white tent was lined with beautiful white draping, large hanging chandeliers and a breathtaking floral creation inspired by European gardens. The evening continued for several more hours for the invited guests. Thurman and his staff did an amazing job once again with great food, including
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beef tenderloin with raspberry sauce, grilled oysters, burgundy mushrooms, blackeye pea pork gumbo, pork steamship roast, a grits bar and the “best ever” fried catfish. For dessert, he served his delicious bread pudding with whiskey sauce. All the waiters were fabulous with special thanks going to the famous trio of Henry, Walter and Ernest for their perfect bartending skills while serving wonderful hand selected wines by Guy Campbell and other mixed drinks. The guests enjoyed music and entertainment by the Hands On Band from Monroe. The weather didn’t keep anyone from enjoying themselves beyond imagination. The couple’s toasts began with the ever charming and witty, Stacey Goff, followed by each of the couple’s parents and Eric. A very special thank you goes to the very talented and professional local photographer, Brad Arender, who was able to capture the magical evening through his amazing photography skills. Lindsey, Eric and their families couldn’t thank the very special group of hosts and hostesses for making their engagement party so magical and memorable. Also, a special thanks to all the guests for braving the storm to celebrate this special evening with the couple. Finally, words cannot begin to say how much the family and couple appreciated the great hospitality of Guy Campbell and Kim Hummel.
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1 Lindsey Walters and Eric Gardner 2 Tina Laird, Florinell Laird, Lindsey Walters and Maxine Moreau 3 Lindsey Walters, Billy Laird and Maxine Moreau 4 Brian Moreau and Maxine Moreau 5 Eric Gardner, Lindsey Walters, Tallie Mabray, Wilson Mabray 6 Perry Smith, Tyler Liner, Lindsey Walters, Hanna and Matt Laird 7 Kristin Locantro, Lindsey Walters, Lindsey Bass, Lori Griffis 8 Jordan John, Katelin Hughes, Lindsey Walters, Katie Thomas, Lori Griffis 9 R.B. Green, Kathy Gardner, Adam Gardner, Larsen Gardner, Kelly Gardner, Lindsey Walters and Eric Gardner 10 Brittney Ledbetter, Mac Ledbetter, Lindsey Walters, Tyler Flemister, Martin Zentner and Chris Mickail 50 JUNE 2015 | W WW. B AYO UL IFE MAG .CO M