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Their Story
The bride and groom, English teachers who met while working at the same school, chose to hold their wedding at daybreak because of its undeniable symbolism. "We loved the idea of the rising of the sun as a metaphor for a fresh start," says Bethany. At dawn on the big day, however, the couple and their nearly 200 guests weren't welcomed by the sun -- at least not immediately. Instead, a dense fog enveloped the landscape and delayed the ceremony for almost an hour. But when light finally broke through, Bethany says, "It was so worth it."
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The Bride and Her Father
Bethany and her father share a proud moment as they walk down the aisle.
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A Sunrise Ceremony
Bethany and Chad are married in a pavilion overlooking the vineyard.
Location and catering, Wolf Mountain Vineyards and Winery
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The Programs
The programs feature messages to loved ones.
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The Scenic Route
The couple and their bridal party take the scenic route to the brunch reception.
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The Happy Couple
Bethany and Chad escape to the fields of Wolf Mountain Vineyards for a private, post-ceremony kiss.
Gown, Casablanca Bridal
Veil, La Raine's Bridal Boutique
Menswear, Banana Republic
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The Guests
Attendants assemble around the guests to create "a cloud of witnesses."
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A Unique Bouquet
Instead of traditional flowers, attendants carry glowing lanterns.
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The Newlyweds
The couple is showered in rose petals as they leave their morning reception.
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Family
The happy couple poses with family.
Flowers, Corrine Siegel, La Petite Fleur
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Guests
The couple stands for a group photo with their nearest and dearest.
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The Cake
The newlyweds delight in a bite of cake, one of 12 confections served at their mid-morning reception.
Cake, Cecilia Villaveces Cakes
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Wedding Sources
Event Planning, Pam Williams
Music, Leah Calvert and the Dappled Grays
Wedding Photography, Tec Petaja Photography
Hair and Makeup, Kenya Sarah Amos and Laura Lins
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