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romantic evening full of sophistication and elegance was what this couple envisioned for their special day. Lush floral and candlelight set the scene at the ceremony and reception of Courtney Cotten and Travis Pollard. With colors of soft ivory, blush pink and grey, the vision was set for the sunny May evening of fun with friends and family. The ceremony took place at the Bride’s home church, Riverhills Baptist Church. As guests took their seats to a symphony of strings, the Bridesmaids waited in the wings and excited flower girls waited anxiously to take their turn. As the strings played the wedding party took their places as the church doors opened to the beautiful Bride and her Father as they walked down the aisle through a sea of adoring faces. A short trip was made to the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Center in Kingsville for the reception as cocktails were served as guests arrived. Appetizers were served from personalized trays and on the patio a refreshing pink lemonade bar was available for guests as well. Lemonade was served with grey striped straws with fresh berries. Passed appetizers were all around as servers presented jumbo shrimp cocktail in single shot glasses for guests to enjoy until dinner time. The wedding party made a quick planned stop at a private residence for formal pictures. Dinner was served as food stations showcased an abundance of fare. Guests enjoyed dinner on the patio under the lit cover surrounded by a lush garden landscape. Inside the
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