Princess Bride Marries Her Prince

Submitted by: Brie Porter (bride)
Wedding date: September 22, 2007
Wedding location: Castle McCulloch, Jamestown NC

'The Princess Bride' was sort of my personal wedding theme! It's my favorite movie from when I was a little girl. We even walked down the aisle to the theme song from the movie! This is our first dance, to Van Morisson's 'Into the Mystic' For the Father/daughter dance, I danced with my brother Tim because my father passed away back in 2001. My other brother Jeremy is the one that walked me down the aisle. The only thing that could have made this day better would have been to have my Dad there, but my brothers really stepped up to make this day special for me.

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Kissing the cake crumbs off each other. We had the most delicious chocolate cake...and it was wheat free! Our cake was made by Catering by Ellyn's, who did all the food at the reception. My husband, who's a chef, came up with the idea to have the personal vows we wrote each other piped onto our cake. Our caterer took our idea and made it an incredible reality!

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The beautiful Castle McCulloch where we got married...I definately felt like a princess bride! I had been to the castle once when I was little to a fancy birthday party for one of my Mom's friends, and I absolutely fell in love with it. I decided then and there (at the age of 7!) that I was going to get married there.

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My husband and all the good looking groomsmen, enjoying Stephen's last moments of freedom! haha! I like to think of them as 'The Groomsmen of the Apocolypse' The guys all got their tuxes from the Mens Wearhouse. They looked so handsome! Our colors were sage and champagne, so the groomsmen got sage colored vests while Stephen wore a champagne colored one. The fella all the way on the right was our best man. He's the one that actually introduced us back in 1998 when we were all still in high school. We didn't end up dating till 2003 when we reconnected, but we definately have Brewer to thank for that first introduction!

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This is one of my best friends Gray. We met in Tokyo in 1999 and have been best friends ever since. She caught the bouquet at my wedding, and her boyfriend ended up catching the garter...and now they are engaged and planning their own wedding! The bridesmaid dresses we got at Josette's Bridal. They are by Forever Yours. My dress we got at Bridal Mart. It was the very first one I pulled off the rack to try on! It's by Jaqueline, and it's the most amazing gown I have ever seen. I wish I could wear it every day! Toni from Occasions did our flowers, and she really went above and beyond. I pinned one of my bridesmaid's cameo that belonged to her grandmother to my bouquet as my something borrowed, and I wore my great-grandmother's wedding ring as my something old. This was my most precious item because it was my connection to my Grandpa (it was his mother's ring) who was too sick to make it to our wedding. He died two weeks later, less than a month shy of his 90th birthday. I had a picture of me in dress from my bridal portrait that I put in his coffin with him, since he never got to see me in my dress...

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haha I love this picture of Hunter, one of our groomsmen, and my ladies dancing to SHOUT! I think this picture really sums up the spirit of our friends...they made our evening such a blast and they have all continued to support us every day since the wedding...we love you guys! Our DJ was Colin, from Island Sound, and he kept the party going! Everyone danced the night away to everything from Etta James to Cake.

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This is our cake! We did a bunch of satellite layers with different flavors. Those are our vows written on the cake! Just one of my husband's brilliant ideas! Our cake topper was too big to actually sit on our cake, so we ended up just putting it next to all the layers. Cake by Catering By Ellyn.

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by Donna Adcock
Aug 7, 2008
 
Okay, the first photo and story kinda made me catch my breath. Really, really touching.

Jul 17, 2008
 
GORGEOUS PICS CONGRATZ

by William Odum
Apr 16, 2008
 
I thought one could vote until May 1st?

Apr 15, 2008
 
Wishing you good luck on this last day of voting. There are also 3 spots that the editors choose too so votes/high page views are not everything in this competition. But I'm giving you 5 hearts all the same!!

by Shantel
Apr 15, 2008
 
Pretty pictures, you and the Wedding Of the Year have the best ones.... Good Luck

Apr 14, 2008
 
Jessica, we chose soon after our entry not comment during this contest as a result of the negative comments made on our pictures by "Sarah Keller;" but, after reading yours, I thought you deserved a response from me, the real Cenny. I asked all my supporters not to respond to the nasty comments made on my pages or to comment on anyone else's wedding, but just to vote for me, and I see they have done just that. People have left so many rude and negative comments, some signing in as me and my husband and as if they were friends of ours. Because this was definitely unacceptable, to sign as if we were leaving the comments, we asked The Knot to remove them. Other than that, we could care less what someone says about us during this contest because we know they really don't know us, and we are not offended so easily. I read one entry where a bride cried because of such comments, sad but it shows you gotta have a backbone to deal with this kind of backbiting. With that said, I don't know who "D. Washington" is or any of the others that are commenting on my pages, yours, or the others during this contest. "Washington" may be one of my supporters but I'm sorry I do not know who she/he is and regret that it's assumed that I do. This entire contest has been very discouraging to me and my husband and we will never enter another one, at least not one where anybody can leave any kind comments saying just about anything they want. As a matter of fact, we could care less whether we win or not, at this discouraging point of the contest! I really do appreciate the kind comments you and others have given, but chose not to respond to those either. Just remember there are really mean, hateful, and just plain rude people hiding behind the Internet which, in fact, allows them to show their true colors. I strongly believe, "you reap what you sow" (Galatians 6:7) so they'll get it back one way or another. Cenny

by Marshall Case
Apr 11, 2008
 
I just like this set of photos. Love the backlit dance photo. Something about the pose with Gray that pleases me too. You had a very nice wedding, I can tell form the photos. Good luck.

by georgia stone
Apr 7, 2008
 
Absolutely beautiful wedding! Stunning participants!

by Eileen McNulty
Apr 4, 2008
 
What a beautiful wedding!

Apr 3, 2008
 
Brie I think I commented before saying you were an etherally gorgeous bride, but apprently America thinks so too! Congrats on making it to the finals.

by Jim O'Connor
Apr 3, 2008
 
A perfect ceremony on a perfect day for two very special people!

by Avni Dalal
Apr 2, 2008
 
The words on the cake is a great touch!

by Kim Coniglio
Apr 2, 2008
 
Beautiful cake and a brilliant idea.

Apr 2, 2008
 
thanks to everyone who has been voting, it really means a lot to me! We had such a great time at our wedding, and are happy to get to share a little bit of that day with you all. Thanks so much! Don't forget to vote on all the other weddings on here, there are some really amazing photos in this contest. Good luck everyone!

Apr 1, 2008
 
Location of your wedding is beautiful! Good luck to you =)

Apr 1, 2008
 
I love your day. I especially like the story about your something old and how you put a picture of your bridals in his coffin. I have the same relationship with my grandfather and I'm sorry he wasn't able to make it to your wedding to see you as a princess bride.

Apr 1, 2008
 
Congrats on making it to the finals...you have beautiful pictures! Good luck to you! :)

Apr 1, 2008
 
congrats on making it to the finals! the groomsman still cracks me up!

Apr 1, 2008
 
Love your pictures!! Congrats on making it to the finals!

Apr 1, 2008
 
I'm so glad you are a finalist! You deserve it- your wedding was beautiful. Congratulations and good look!

Apr 1, 2008
 
Very pretty! Congrats on making it to the final round! I love the cake idea :)

by William Odum
Apr 1, 2008
 
It could not have been more spectacular. Two beautiful people in a beautiful setting prepared by a real Lady!!!!!

Mar 17, 2008
 
Great photos! I love the cake what a great idea! Congrats!!!

by Emily Ray
Mar 14, 2008
 
Very cute pictures! Love the cake!

Mar 7, 2008
 
Hey Brie, it's really cool that you shared so much about you and your husband on here!! I also met my husband in highschool...we dated briefly and then went our separate ways...10 years later after he got out of the navy we reconnected and got married two years later!! Congrats on your wedding and thanks for sharing so much! You looked like a "Princess Bride" :o)

Mar 5, 2008
 
Great photos! I like the artistic quality of the first shot. Congratulations!

by lisa hwang
Mar 2, 2008
 
Beautiful wedding~ Good luck!

Mar 2, 2008
 
Beautiful wedding! I love your colors and the castle is amazing!!!

by Claudia Gomez
Mar 1, 2008
 
Congratulations!! It really looks like a fairy tale wedding!!! :D

by Diana Hong
Mar 1, 2008
 
Such a cute wedding!

Mar 1, 2008
 
Beautiful wedding -you really did look like a princess - love all the special touches too - especially the cake. Congrats!

Feb 27, 2008
 
Very nice.

by Ginny Dellinger
Feb 26, 2008
 
Brie, everything is beautiful!! Thanks for sharing the pictures and goodluck with the contest!

Feb 25, 2008
 
I love the shade of green you chose...beautiful

Feb 24, 2008
 
Great wedding, pretty pictures.

by John Prevette
Feb 23, 2008
 
I LOVE your cake! We had the words to our first dance song printed on sugar sheet ribbons and wrapped around the base of each layer of our cake! I'm glad you had such a wonderful wedding.

Feb 23, 2008
 
Beautiful venue. Beautiful story. It's so sweet that your brother took on the role of your father. I'm sure he was there in spirit and very, very proud of you both.

Feb 23, 2008
 
What a beautiful wedding!

Feb 22, 2008
 
Thanks for your comments Brie! You looked like you had a beautiful wedding. The Princess Bride has always been my fav movie. Love the story of the garter and bouquet toss, very sweet.

Feb 21, 2008
 
Thanks for your comment! It was so sweet just a simple "wow." Your wedding looks like a fairy-tale! Isn't it wonderful after all that planning to see a beautiful ceremony and reception! Take Care!

Feb 21, 2008
 
thanks for your comments, Brie! your photos are incredible, and I love the story of your bouquet and garter toss!

Feb 20, 2008
 
I love your cake, I've shot over 200 weddings, and I don't think I've ever seen writing on a cake, brilliant idea! You looked like you had a ton of fun, congratulations! -Karen www.karenwise.com

Feb 20, 2008
 
Your cake is very uniqueand you look so beautiful!

Feb 20, 2008
 
Thanks for your comment on my pics. I love your hair-do! And your cake is pretty cool.

Feb 20, 2008
 
I love the idea of writing your vows on the cake! Your wedding looks just beautiful.

by Helen Simpson
Feb 19, 2008
 
You were a beautiful bride. I was teary eyed reading about your grandfather. Your husband's idea of having your vows incorporated into your cake was such a great idea! Best of luck! I voted all 5's :-)

Feb 19, 2008
 
I love the first picture and your venue! So classic!

Feb 19, 2008
 
I love your first dance photo. It looks very dreamy. Beautiful pics!

by Brenda Cox
Feb 19, 2008
 
Brie - I was so sorry to miss your beautiful wedding. You have been very special to me as I have watched you grow up. Have enjoyed the pictures & your comments, especially the comments about your Grandfather. He was truly a wonderful man & would have been so proud of you & Stephen. He loved you dearly. Thanks for sharing your very special day. Love, Brenda Cox

Feb 18, 2008
 
I love your first dance photo! The light is just glowing and beautiful. Congratulations to you and your hubby! :)

Feb 18, 2008
 
how amazing to be married at the castle of your dreams! awesome photography, very beautiful wedding!

by Richard Cowell
Feb 18, 2008
 
Hi Brie Sorry I couldn't make the wedding. You look radiant. You could post the other pictures at one of the free websites and then post the link here.

Feb 18, 2008
 
I love your hair also! But I love the cake - that is neat! I do not think I had seen one like this. We had individual cakes as centerpieces. I agree - only 7 pictures - bummer!

by dorie crowe
Feb 18, 2008
 
From the bagpiper that greeted guests to the saran-wrapped car at the end of the evening, it was definitely The Princess Bride's day. Wedding was beautiful, combining elements of two faiths, and the party was the best! Love you both!!

Feb 18, 2008
 
That was a wonderful idea for the cake; it's beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

Feb 18, 2008
 
Beautiful wedding! Looks like you had a wonderful time. You are so sweet. Thanks for your comment on my page. Take care!

Feb 17, 2008
 
Brie lovely venue, such a beautiful castle.

Feb 17, 2008
 
Great Pictures! The last one pretty much sums up the night I am sure! You guys look like a great couple!

Feb 17, 2008
 
We had the same BM dresses! Great choice. I love the first two pictures - gorgeous!

Feb 17, 2008
 
Wow your pictures are amazing!

Feb 17, 2008
 
Thanks-my mom did a wonderful job with the flowers. I was crushed when our photographer didn't pull through, but I think we've still managed to get some good shots. Your pictures are gorgeous! What a beautiful setting.

Feb 17, 2008
 
I also love the color you chose; I couldn't use it because my best friend used it for her wedding... I'm curious as to what your reception looked like with the cake, favors and so on for us to rate. Beautiful photos... yay to your photographer.

Feb 17, 2008
 
Congrats to you as well! Looks like such a beautiful fairy tale! Love your photos!

Feb 17, 2008
 
Very lovely wedding!

Feb 17, 2008
 
Beautiful Pics! My good friend also got married at Castle McCulloch and it is breath taking there!!

by kalen gaulden
Feb 17, 2008
 
You Guys look like the perfect couple!

by Tracy Jeck
Feb 17, 2008
 
What a gorgeous wedding! I love the pictures you picked!!

Feb 17, 2008
 
Oh brie you look like an angel! Your dress was fabulous and the location picture perfect!

by josh montazeri
Feb 16, 2008
 
All I can say is WOW, the wedding was beautiful and so are you and Gray josh

Feb 16, 2008
 
Gorgeous wedding! You two look incredibly happy! The first shot looks like it is out of a movie! Beautiful!

Feb 16, 2008
 
Thank you for your comment! Your pictures are gorgeous, the first one is so sweet. Congratulations!

Feb 16, 2008
 
I had a hard time picking 7 pics as well...how can you choose when there were so many priceless moments? Yours are great, and fun, too!

Feb 16, 2008
 
Beautiful wedding. Congratulations!

Feb 16, 2008
 
Hey everyone! Thanks for visiting and voting...We had such an amazing time at our wedding, and I can't believe we only get to put 7 pictures up here! There is so much that you don't get to see, like our cake, which actually had our personal vows that we wrote each other written on it, and the adorable fudge 'castles' that we gave as favors....oh my gosh, and the FLOWERS!!! They were absolutely incredible. We actually had pink, cream, and lavender roses all over the castle! I thought about putting those photos up here, but when it came down to it, the most important and amazing part of that day was that I got to marry the most incredible, funny, sweet, gorgeous man who also happens to be my best friend...so I chose mostly pics of us just enjoying each other. I've really enjoyed checking out the other weddings posted on this site. There are some really happy couples out there, with amazing photos, and I've enjoyed voting for everyone!

by Nick DiColandrea
Feb 15, 2008
 
Its like I was there!! Almost. Awesome pictures. Very nice and sophisticated, with that cute charming touch. Beautiful!

Feb 15, 2008
 
I love your hair! Looks like a great day! Congratulations!