Meeting on a blind date while in college, Annie and Chris defied the popular opinion that they are a recipe for disaster and to be avoided at all costs.  In fact, things went so well, they dated for eight years before deciding to spent all of their tomorrows together.  They wanted their wedding to have an ethereal, enchanted forest feel, with lush greenery and the glow of warm candlelight. The ceremony was held at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart at the University of Notre Dame, where Annie’s grandparents were members of the parish. Just steps outside the front doors of the church is a plaque that reads:  Lovingly dedicated to Mary Louise and Clement Miller Whose roots of humility, wisdom, unconditional love and faith in God have given strength to the family they cherish. Their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. April 21, 2004. After Annie’s grandmother passed away, her grandfather attended mass there every day. The reception was held at the Century Center which is situated along the banks of the St. Joe river, that winds through Annie’s home town of South Bend, IN.

Vendor team:

Ceremony location: Basilica of the Sacred Heart, University of Notre Dame

Reception venue: The Great Hall, Century Center, South Bend, IN

Floral: Snapdragon Designs

Photography: Christina Russo Photography

Cake: Nothing Bundt Cakes

Entertainment: EA Pro Music

Makeup: Camellia Cosmetics

Hair: Salon C