Amanda Roderick & Timothy Rolando May 11, 2019 She: 30, from Newport, RI He: 41, from Newport, RI Now reside in: Newport, RI
Photos by Michael Benson Photography
The Details Ceremony: Spring House Hotel Reception & Catering: Spring House Hotel Rehearsal Dinner: Winfield’s Photographer: Michael Benson Photography Music: DJ Nook Flowers: Arranged by family Hair & makeup: Jaclynn Kate Hair and Makeup Artistry Transportation: Various island taxis Farewell brunch: Ballard’s
Before the Ring and Proposal Amanda and Tim met eight years ago at a bar in Newport called Billy Goode’s. There was a band that night so the bar was crowded, but within minutes upon Tim’s arrival, their eyes locked. Amanda made her way over to Tim to talk, and the rest is history. The day Tim and Amanda became engaged, they spent the afternoon sightseeing along the southern California coast, ending at Pacific Beach in San Diego where they had lunch and walked the boardwalk. Just before sunset, they found a spot to sit on the beach, and Tim actually went swimming in the freezing water just minutes before he proposed. Amanda was really surprised — she wasn’t expecting it at all. Block Island Because...... Block Island has always been a special place for Amanda and Tim. For this couple, the island is a wonderful place to escape the daily grind and experience absolute serenity, and they wanted to share this same feeling with friends and family. Wedding Day Beautiful weather made for a picture perfect wedding day. The couple’s first look was a special moment, and Amanda also did a first look with her dad and two broth-
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ers. Taking photos with the bridal party was a fun part of the afternoon. Tim arrived at the ceremony in a Block Island Fire Department engine, as he is a fireman at the Newport Fire Department. The outdoor ceremony overlooking the Atlantic Ocean was officiated by the couple’s friend, and Tim’s fire Captain. Amanda and Tim wrote their own wedding vows to each other creating an intimate touch to the day. The ceremony was followed by a cocktail hour on the porch and a delicious dinner in the historic Spring House Hotel, with dancing in Victoria’s Parlor to a customized playlist created by the newlyweds. Wedding Weekend Guests were treated to welcome bags upon check in with personalized koozies, and a detailed itinerary for the weekend. Most guests stayed for two nights to get the most out of what Block Island has to offer. The rehearsal dinner was held at Winfield’s and afterwards, the wedding party walked next door to Yellow Kittens for a welcome reception where they met the rest of the guests. On Saturday morning Amanda and Tim hosted their own polar plunge at Surf beach. After the evening reception, everyone headed to Yellow Kittens to keep the party going. A Sunday brunch was held at Ballard’s — a nice send off for guests.
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