anna and dave:
a couple that believes in love and traditions Story by Sara Beth McLamb Photography by Kristin Goode Photography
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HE BEGINNING OF ANNA
and Dave Bard’s engagement literally lit the sky with fireworks. The two were visiting Anna’s parents on Oak Island for the 4th of July parade when Anna had a sneaky feeling that weekend might be the one. Their normal trips to Oak Island consisted of kayaking down the water way and this day started off with the same routine. “We paddled over to a small shell island and got out to take a break,” Anna told me. “We were sitting at the water’s edge and Dave began to talk about how we always had such a good time together and that he thought it would be nice to spend the rest of our lives together.” As soon as the words escaped Dave’s mouth, Anna found him on one knee with the most gorgeous ring made up of her great-grandmother’s diamond hugged between two beautiful sapphires set in platinum. When they paddled back and reached Anna’s parents’ house, her mom had a huge banner waiting for them that read “Congratulations, Anna and Dave!” The two were married on May 11, 2013 at the Southport Community Building which also was the home of their reception. “That location is very special to me because I grew up a few doors down from the community building,” Anna shared. “I remember playing on the bank of the Cape Fear River and riding my bike throughout downtown Southport.” The weather was picture perfect for their outdoor wedding. Their ceremony was intertwined with traditions from the faith of Dave’s family who are Jewish and Anna’s family who are Episcopal. The ceremony was concluded with the breaking of the glass, shouts of “Mazel Tov!” and merriment of celebration played by a brass quintet. The bride and groom’s first dance was to Van Morrison’s “Tupelo Honey” which is a play on the nickname Dave gifted Anna on their first date – “Tupelo”. The wedding was a beautiful celebration that united the two in love and also gave friends and family a chance to bask in their glow and catch up with near and dear friends. “Being married to Dave and being surrounded by such love from our family and friends made it the best day of my life,” Anna said. “Until August 22, 2014 when we welcomed our son, Cameron – then that day took the cake!”
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Ceremony Site: The Southport Community Building Reception Venue: The Southport Community Building Photographer: Kristin Goode Photography Bridal Gown: Blush Bridal Boutique, Gainesville, VA Hair & Makeup: Amy Greer at The Loft did her hair and Kari Major at PURE did her makeup Bridesmaids Dresses: J Crew Groomsmen Attire: Gray suit Flowers: Meezie Childs and Debbie Raker (friends of the family) Wedding Cake: The couple had keylime pie and other desserts prepared by the caterer Caterer: Coastal Catering Wedding Planner: The bride and her mom! Music: DJ - Jimmie Minnet, Key Productions, Music - Brass quintet directed by Steve Skillman Rehearsal Dinner: Pig Roast on the lawn of Lois Jane’s River View Inn