After a year in the making, and months of anticipation, this joyful wedding celebration of Jenn and Jeff was unlike any of the others we have attended in this “2012 year of the wedding”.
The ceremony was simple and heartfelt, taking place in the Charlotte Trolley Museum and officiated by their good friend who was reportedly instrumental in their introduction. 
The bride, Jenn, resplendant in a creamy white couture gown, alongside her handsome groom, Jeff
could have easily graced the cover of any glossy bridal mag. (photo via WeddingSnap.com)
After vows were exchanged in front of a hundred+ family and friends, we were off to the reception venue: “Roof With A View“. As we approached the historic old mill/converted office building, 
we were a little unsure about what to expect. But upon entering the office lobby, we were immediately greeted by servers with baskets of mini-muffins and glasses of red and white wine-and then escorted to the elevators to the rooftop venue. The name says it all. Roof With A View. A renovated industrial space with glossy wood floors surrounded by floor-to-ceiling glass
and an outdoor balcony with spectacular views overlooking the city and the Carolina Panthers Football Stadium. AMAZING.
The decor, simply autumn-inspired, with creamy linen tablecloths and various centerpieces that included shafts of wheat, pumpkins and gourds and ruby red cranberries was a colorful contrast to the white walls and ceiling of the venue. 
After the introductions and the official first dance as husband and wife, the party was on! 
Every wedding menu its own special style, this one being elegantly rustic, with a never-ending delicious variety of passed hors d’oeuvres (this was the Tomato Bisque Shooter : )
A scrumptious meal of beef tenderloin, salmon, shrimp and grits, mac ‘n cheese and lobster bisque was served, followed by a yummy dessert table. These little canning jars, tucked inside an antique frame trays, were filled with apple and cherry cobbler. Delish!
In lieu of a traditional wedding cake, a sweet tower of cupcake bites drizzled in chocolate and caramel. 
And of course, the bride’s favorite gummy bears (that, as it turns out, are quite delicious soaked in a bath of vodka : )
As the evening wore on and the sun began to set, the venue glowed with thousands of twinkle lights reflected in the glass, and the cityscape turned shades of blues and pinks.
From outside, you could see the dance floor was hopping! 
A few special touches: the photo booth by Fun Mugs – so much fun to be dressed up and silly with all of these props!
A little high-tech wedding share: WeddingSnap.com, where guests were able to text or download their pics from their smartphones. As the night progressed, the pics were posted for all to see and enjoy-brilliant! (Although, I do have to say that the quality of the photos trended downward as the evening wore on. Perhaps something to do with the fabulous top shelf open bar?!?) 
A table featuring framed family photos- a loving touch. 
This was the city view at nightfall.
A special thanks to our hosts, Kathie and Rich, who invited us to share in this most special occasion and hosted quite a party!
And congrats to Jenn and Jeff, the new bride and groom! Our wishes for a lifetime of great love and great adventure from your own roof with a view. Susan (& Coach)
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