Perhaps the ring I wear explains the mentality behind our wedding. I grew up seeing the ring my mother wore, without a single diamond or embellishment — just a thin band of gold worth little in terms of monetary value. But to me, the ring signified something priceless, a lasting love between my parents, a commitment they made to each other and have stuck with for 41 years.
So when Nathan proposed to me, he did so with a plain gold band. It signified his love for me, but also an agreement to live simply and focus on the things that really matter — not the extravagance of a fancy wedding, but a dedication to be faithful to each other in plenty or in want. We set out to create a simple, stripped down and intimate wedding full of meaning and nostalgia, one that would be aesthetically pleasing but allow the focus to be on our love for each other.
We decided on a ceremony with our immediate families and celebrated post-honeymoon with friends by throwing a summer pool party. We were wed on a mountaintop in Manitou Springs, Colorado, the town where I was born and raised. When Nathan’s friend showed us the location, we were instantly taken with the place. The views were breathtaking.
As the only people to have ever been married on that rock outcropping, it felt like God had made that place just for us. With such a naturally beautiful setting, we choose to add minimal touches. Our decorations were either items we already owned, finds from thrift and antique stores, or things we made ourselves.
Our wedding was definitely a DIY event. We did everything ourselves, with the help of family. The day before the wedding, the ladies dug up succulents in my mom’s garden to create my bouquet, Nathan’s boutonniere, and a few terrariums. My talented sister-in-law did my hair and makeup, and I sewed my birdcage veil.
Nathan and I both like to draw, so we drew butterflies and created our own dinnerware using a Make-A-Plate children’s kit. We had wood slabs cut at a lumber mill up the pass, and Nathan sanded and stained them to use as chargers under our plates. We had fun going to a number of antique stores to look for individual gifts for our guests. Each woman received a vintage handkerchief and brooch, and the men received various gifts like baseball card sets, an accordion, a pocketknife or geodes.
For our reception, we had an outdoor picnic by the lake, catered by our favorite local BBQ restaurant. It was at this restaurant that Nathan first told me he wanted to date me (although it was 10 months before I decided I felt the same). At dinner, we set out some of our favorite records, allowing anyone to dj the party as they pleased. My mom baked our cake, and I painted two wooden cake toppers to look like Nate and me.
Perhaps the most meaningful part of our ceremony was the time set apart to have our family gather around and pray for us. Marriages so often fail these days. We wanted to ask the Lord’s blessing on our marriage and acknowledge that our vows were not only made to each other but before a faithful, powerful God.
All photographs by Sean Flanigan.
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Sign in to add your ownSheena Lewis from BeautifulAgainBridal says:
I love that your marriage was about you two and the commitment... too often now a days we get so wrapped up in the planning that we forget the reason we are getting married to begin with. Beautiful day :)
241 days ago
timelapse from timelapse says:
I live up the road in Castle Rock, so it was wonderful reading of your wedding on an outcropping above Manitou...a place very special to my daughter and I. We wish you a lifetime of happiness. You are starting out with the right frame of mind. Bless you both!
241 days ago
MetalheartDesign from MetalheartDesign says:
So beautiful! I love all the perfect little details, and your dress is absolutely gorgeous!
240 days ago
Ilze from WireHearts says:
Aaaawwww, the whole story became a bit blurry towards the end and I had to read it again after I wiped my tears away. Congratulations on your beautiful celebration of LOVE. May you be blessed for many, many years to come.
240 days ago
Lindsay from SweetThreesBoutique says:
How absolutely beautiful! Love the pictures and how you made it so very personal to the both of you!
240 days ago
Jennifer from LittleWeeShop says:
Wonderful that both you and your husband participated in creating some really memorable pieces. I adore your make a plate idea! Congratulations you 'out crop' Pair!
240 days ago
Anna Vasquez from NestedYellow says:
Very beautiful and moving story of love! Love the setting, sentimental details and your dress. Congrats and best wishes!
240 days ago
Pam from AlbumOptions says:
beautiful in every way... this is what is all about ( or should be) Congratulations!
240 days ago
beepobjects from beepobjects says:
A lovely story, All the best for a DIY future and to keeping things simple!
240 days ago
Lisa from SundayOwl says:
This is one of the sweetest stories. I love your simple wedding, so warm, pretty and peaceful. I wish you both a lovely simple life together.
240 days ago
Selena from ThereOnceWasAGirl says:
Beautiful! Where you were wed looks spectacular!
240 days ago
Manon Bot says:
Hey! I loved your story and thought your dress was absolutely magnificent. Who's the designer?
240 days ago
Sarah from perebags says:
Wonderful story! Thanks for sharing!
239 days ago
Christine Orozco says:
I admire both the beauty and sentiment of your wedding, many blessings to a beautiful faithful couple!
239 days ago
Cat Shanahan from aiseirigh says:
Favourite Real Wedding ever! Total little dream! That dress gave me goosebumps! Gorgeous bride!
238 days ago
cherrytime from cherrytime says:
Very beautiful and unique!!
238 days ago
MeiMeiArt from MeiMeiArt says:
Thanks to all of you for your kind words. :) Manon, my dress was a vintage inspired ball gown by Tadashi Shoji.
238 days ago
Tanya DAvey says:
A true love story.... very special and inspiring. And an absolutely stunning gown! Congratulations and much happiness to you both.
237 days ago
Mary Lezcano from BellaBboutique says:
The location, simplicity, and intimacy of this wedding give it such charm. A wedding focused entirely on what's most important, a joining of two lives in commitment with each other to grow in love every day. Your birdcage veil suits you beautifully!! You managed the vintage bride aesthetic so gracefully. The wedding and the couple looked stunning! Congrats to you both, many blessings xo.
236 days ago
Gisselle Jimenez says:
I love how Christ-centered your wedding was. Glory be to God always and may He bless your marriage.
236 days ago
Mary Catherine from emblematicdoodles says:
Beautiful wedding!
236 days ago
Judita Gečienė from JUMANT says:
I loved your story! Good luck!
235 days ago
Kirsten Gilmore from PaintingsByKEGilmore says:
So pretty--I'm envious. :)
235 days ago
Anna Kikute from fantasygarden says:
Beautiful wedding I like your stile
235 days ago
Alaina Cherup from CheerUpCherup says:
wow, just gorgeous.
235 days ago
Shirley Griffin from MockaMooseMarket says:
Beautiful story and photos. My niece was married this weekend in an outdoor wedding in a beautiful mountain setting in the Salida, CO area. As with you, they focused on the true meaning of their wedding - a vow of commitment first and foremost to God and then to each other. I love how you stated this in your words, "a dedication to be faithful to each other in plenty or in want." God bless you always!
234 days ago
Karen from kbc10 says:
Love your story. Much peace and Happiness to you.
232 days ago
christorious15 says:
Stunning. Congrats to you both. I love your story.
231 days ago
Rachel L from RacheLPhotos says:
Such a wonderful, beautiful, and inspirational story. Thank you so much for sharing!
231 days ago
LARY from InspirationNook says:
OMG! This is lovely.
230 days ago
Erin D says:
This just proves the saying,"Simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication".
229 days ago
A Botanical Press Production from ABotanicalPress says:
This is perfect. I want a wedding half as beautiful.
229 days ago
Evelyn and Lucy from artsyEVE says:
Absolutely gorgeous! The "cathedral" setting in the mountains could not have been more beautiful. The simplicity and sincerity of your wedding should be an inspiration to everyone.
229 days ago
VaLon Frandsen from thevicagirl says:
It looks like you guys had a great time. I love, love your dress, so full of fun details. I also love your location, it is beautiful. I have been thinking about an outdoor reception in the mountains as well, but I am not sure yet. Do love it. I also love how much you incorporated God into you wedding as well, with Him we can do anything. Good luck with life.
228 days ago
Noam Brosh says:
Beautiful and inspiring....
228 days ago
tennesseeapril says:
I remember seeing your wedding on a blog and loved everything about it. Especially that it took place in Manitou - just down the road from where live in Denver, and where I go when I'm in need of a funnel cake. So beautiful and thank you for sharing your photos and story. April ourshiponthesea.com
227 days ago
Cristy Beck from StudioBotanica says:
This is gorgeous. What a lovely wedding, and so unique on a mountain top! Romantic!
226 days ago
Elizabeth & Hugh from SerendipityCrafts says:
I love the beautiful simplicity of your wedding day. Your details were perfect! Thank you for sharing.
226 days ago
bucko1510 from StripesonStripes says:
Just lovely. I actually shed a tear!!!! I thought it was amazing and I love Sean Flanigan's work!!!!!!!!!
224 days ago
Lucy Ashby from bylucy says:
So beautiful, congratulations. I am so envious that in America you can get married where ever you wish!
223 days ago
Alfredo Ramos from PolishMeFreddy says:
This was such a beautiful story to read. <3 I loved the wedding gown, just beautiful. My favorite part was that you painted the wooden cake toppers, they came out so cute.
223 days ago
Melinda Andersen from paperklipdesign says:
Love IS all you need, you for sharing your special day.
223 days ago
Melinda Andersen from paperklipdesign says:
I was meaning to say thank you, the cat sat on the keyboard!
223 days ago
virginie lykins from anordicrose says:
Lovely place for a wedding !
223 days ago
Adria Surey González Nieves says:
This is a dream wedding. Every single thing is magical. 2 very in love individuals and a very special and peaceful place to start a life together. The dress is absolutely breathtaking... I wish you a life of adventure and simple enjoyment of the journey to the top of your mountain.
223 days ago
Jayne Potter from CraftyMrsP says:
Beautiful...looks like it was a real day of love and friendship...just lovely x
223 days ago
LittleNik from YoungBards says:
What a beautiful day for you and your families! So many get carried away with the materialism that surrounds so many weddings these days. Your wedding reminds me of my own; small, handcrafted and just perfect! I love your description of your mother's plain gold band...just what it is all about really! Thanks for the inspiration, God bless you both x
223 days ago
Nakkashe from Nakkashe says:
The place is wonderful, wish you happyness
223 days ago
Pamela Munger from pamelam says:
Oh wow! Breathtaking pictures. I'm not one for weddings but I had to stop and read about this one. You two did a wonderful job. I bet everyone that attended said it was the best wedding they ever went to!
223 days ago
Jennifer from RedHeartCreations says:
I love all of the simple, elegant details!
223 days ago
Deb from DorothysRubies says:
How simple and sweet and beautiful. I got choked up when I read your story. I love weddings! Have a beautiful life.
223 days ago
instantjim says:
so why are you holding that skull? awesome dresses, though
223 days ago
Dianne from decadesbydianne says:
This touched me...the artistry, the backdrop, the intimacy, the commitment and the nod to God - who is the creator of all things good, including marriages.
223 days ago
Janine from MomsantiquesNthings says:
Unique and beautiful, congrats to you both.
223 days ago
noemydesigns from noemydesigns says:
Absolutely amazing! It made my cry! I guess because we made the same thing and got married religiously after 7 years because we wanted to ask God to bless our marriage.
223 days ago
Adrienne Lojeck from WingsOfClay says:
LOVE this wedding! The simplicity of the decor and the panoramic vistas really let the essence of the wedding shine through: the bride and groom's love for one another! I hope someday to have a wedding this lovely!
223 days ago
Kathleen from seaofwild says:
beautiful :) amore e benedizioni!
223 days ago
Heather 'n Ashley from SweetpeaWishes says:
This is so beautiful! God bless you both in your new life together.
223 days ago
Julie from julieandco2 says:
So beautiful and lovely! Many blessings on your marriage!!
223 days ago
Alexandra from BlueMoonLights says:
Beautiful! Congrats on having found each other!
223 days ago
Parachute425 from Parachute425 says:
Beautiful dress! Thank you for sharing your special day. Best wishes.
223 days ago
Astrid from dutchpearl says:
What a lovely and gorgeous wedding!
223 days ago
katetameshrew from katetameshrew says:
Just gorgeous. Simplicity is beauty. Wshing you both a wonderful life.
223 days ago
VintageMarketPlace from VintageMarketPlace says:
oh my goodness what an amazing setting and how beautiful the message is here. wishing you the best and that you have a long happy marriage.
223 days ago
Resa Wilkinson from ResaWilkinson says:
What a wonderful posting of a wedding between two truly committed people. So refreshing to see nature and simplicity. I love everything used for this wedding. Congratulations. GREAT photography as well. :)
223 days ago
Kimberlee from GracefullyGirly says:
simple and sweet!
223 days ago
Heather from starvingartistdsgns says:
Just lovely! Congratulations!
223 days ago
Ketti from TintedVintage says:
Pass me a tissue please. Simply beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
223 days ago
Christiana Odum from YarnDarlin says:
So charming and wonderful. Thank you for sharing!
223 days ago
Vickie Moore from WingedWorld says:
I have a plain gold wedding band that means more to me than any diamond, and my husband and I got married in his grandparents' back yard on the Oregon coast. Keeping things simple meant we started our marriage on sound financial footing and knew we were getting married for the right reasons — not because I wanted to be a fairy tale princess in a white gown at a fancy ball for one night.
223 days ago
claudia costanza says:
just perfect! Congratulation :)
223 days ago
Jana from bhangtiez says:
Beautiful! Congratulations and thanks for sharing!
223 days ago
Christie from christieshippycloset says:
Heart warming- Wishing you a long and blessed future together.
223 days ago
Hannah Jasmine Tucker from TheMiddleButton says:
So very beautiful. I love your story. God bless your marriage!
223 days ago
Lynsey from lmouer says:
Beautiful wedding! Love the dress!
223 days ago
Audrey says:
Beautiful wedding. That dress is amazing!
223 days ago
Monica from ThreeBarDGifts says:
What a beautiful setting for a wedding! I enjoyed reading your story. Congratulations to you both!
223 days ago
Elena Fom from Attractive1 says:
Eveything is amasing!!!
223 days ago
Celia from SproutandSprout says:
What a beautiful dress!!!! And a beautiful everything else too! Looks like it was an amazing day!
223 days ago
Rachael Poklitar from ladylikeness says:
this was beautiful to read. i love the simplicity of it all. what a place to tie the knot!
222 days ago
Kelly Wilburn says:
My breath is taken away looking at this stunning wedding. A gorgeous couple and a union that will last a lifetime. A very encouraging testimony you both display together.
222 days ago
M Forrest says:
You look absolutely beautiful. And the wedding seems so sentimental! I know all involved surely enjoyed and will remember it. It's refreshing to see the meaning of a wedding and marriage is not lost. Your personal and simple wedding is to be commended, and is a true reflection of what it is intended to be. Best wishes to you both!
222 days ago
Colleen O'Neal from truthbeautyandlove27 says:
I live in the pocono mountains of PA, love nature and want a simple wedding. Your story has given me so much inspiration and hope that it can be done! I love the spot where the actual ceremony took place! So stunning and breathtaking. Congratulations on a wedding well done and a commitment that I think will last a lifetime
222 days ago
Crista from cjwJewelry says:
Beautiful story. It's heartwarming to hear of a couple getting married for the reasons you have. I wish you a lifetime of love and happiness :)
222 days ago
SummitRidge from SummitRidge says:
Beautiful!
222 days ago
crownring says:
I love how brides and grooms are deciding to ditch the glitz and have a beautiful and meaningful wedding on their own terms. And what a glorious place for a wedding! God bless and keep you both. :)
222 days ago
Emily from EmSewCrazy says:
Beautiful! I love the simplicity and the intimate family setting! Your dress is AMazing as well! Thanks for sharing your wedding and your faith so tastefully.
222 days ago
Caroline Knoepffler says:
Your dress is gorgeous!
222 days ago
Simone from sageandolivia says:
What a lovely story, and gorgeous wedding! Thanks for sharing it with us, and for sharing how you are committing yourselves to the Lord God - may He bless you both for the rest of your days!
222 days ago
Ashley M. from SquirrelsSpot says:
I love how you worked with nature and let the beauty speak for itself. This deepens my hope that I will visit Colorado someday.
222 days ago
Kristine from kgummey says:
The simplest weddings are often the most beautiful and meaning full!! Lovely wedding!!
222 days ago
TuesdaysChildShoppe from TuesdaysChildShoppe says:
Wowzers! Inspiring! :)
222 days ago
FawningInLove from FawningInLove says:
I adore your place settings and location for your vows! All the details that made your wedding day just lovely, thank you for sharing with us all! Congratulations to you both!
222 days ago
SW from HomeDecorLab says:
So beautiful! Congratulations! :)
222 days ago
anny schoo from annyschooecoclothing says:
beautiful!
222 days ago
GoddessOfJewelry from GoddessOfJewelry says:
loved reading this! So refreshing to see a wedding that isn't about the wedding, but rather the union that results in a marriage that should last a lifetime. Congratulations to you both! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness!
222 days ago
Kerrie Giles from WeddingAndGems says:
Congrats on your amazing wedding, it looks so amazing, especially the location.
222 days ago
ppetroske says:
Perfect, I am in tears of happiness. That is what marriage is about.
222 days ago
Aracely from whack says:
This is one of the most beautiful Real Wedding feature I've ever seen. Very well done, congratulations!
222 days ago
bedouin from bedouin says:
A wonderful journey in the making ~ Beautiful both inside and out ~ Cheers to the both of you ~
222 days ago
Michelle from FoamyFactory says:
beautiful pictures! and the dress! Oh my! amazing! Congrats!
222 days ago
Stephanie Maslow Blackman from metalicious says:
A beautiful location and wonderful sentiment. Thank you so much for sharing your special day!
222 days ago
snappher says:
I am tears, looking at the beauty and simplicity of your wedding. I have been to so many big, over-the-top, basically meaningless weddings....yours is the loveliest I've ever seen. You and your husband look serene and happy, and the setting is unparallelled! I love that every little aspect meant something to you and to your guests. Your wedding was focused on what truly matters -your vows, your family, your love. Thank you so much for sharing it! I wish you the very best in your marriage :)
222 days ago
Jessica Grundy from solocosmo says:
this is amazing! The photos are just beautiful! It reminds me so much of my Dad and Step Moms wedding, they got married in a meadow under their favorite climb (they are bot rock climbers). They were almost late for the wedding because they had to get one climb in before the ceremony! This is so amazing.
222 days ago
Jennifer Kistler from JKistlerStudios says:
wow, very moving wedding story! May the two of you be very blessed in your life together. Love the natural setting, and the butterfly plates you made!
222 days ago
Lara Harris from LaraHarrisWeddings says:
just beautiful!
222 days ago
Natalie says:
what a beautiful wedding - an inspiration. May your marriage be strong and joyous as well!
222 days ago
Lonnalee from loveleeflowers says:
LOVE your wedding! Congrats!
222 days ago
Katie from ButtonsBloomsandBows says:
So simple and sweet....God Bless your marriage!
222 days ago
Gladys from Sweetvintagelady says:
Love your wedding story. May God bless you both and make your union strong in his name. Enjoy this wonderful adventure called marriage!
222 days ago
Denise Vining from kadydesigns says:
Beautiful wedding!! So meaningful and sweet. Congraulations to ya'll!
222 days ago
Gracie from TheBeautyofBoredom says:
Very cool! Love the idea of a mountaintop wedding. The decor is very creative and pretty- butterfly plates and pine leaves with guest names. I wonder how cold it would be up there though, I don't do well in the cold. Nice idea buying vintage brooches, scarves, and trinkets as gifts, sounds like something I would do. Thanks for sharing.
222 days ago
DewyMorningVintage from DewyMorningVintage says:
So so beautiful! I loved all the simple and thoughtful details of your amazing wedding! I loved the painted wedding cake toppers! Your dress was so gorgeous! Congratulations on your new life together!
222 days ago
Aunt Maemoe says:
beautiful!
222 days ago
Suzanne Dupuis-Fincaryk from MamaSuesQuilts says:
Beautiful celebration... First thing that came to mind was Walton mountain lol Wonderful and simple! it's nice to see you went back to the basics to celebrate your love.! :) I wish you many year of happiness!
222 days ago
Amanda from hellolollipop says:
So beautiful and I absolutely love the way you both incorporated God into the ceremony and that you boldly shared that in your post. I get emotional just seeing the pictures of you all praying, it's lovely to see others dedicate their marriages to the Lord. May God bless you both!
222 days ago
byjodi from byjodi says:
I think this is one of the most beautiful weddings I have seen showcased on Etsy. Not just visually, but conceptually. From beginning to end. What a beautiful heart you have!!! Congrats and many, many blessings to you and your husband!!
222 days ago
Elizabeth Anne Hin says:
All the blessings and beauty in the world to you.
222 days ago
JustPureandLovely from JustPureandLovely says:
Lovely, so lovely.
222 days ago
BettyandRoland from BettyandRoland says:
How lovely - I wish you all the best.
222 days ago
Caitlan from NostOWLgia says:
So inspiring! I love your commitment to simplicity and to each other, so beautiful!
222 days ago
messinabella from BandBEstate says:
beautiful wedding!
222 days ago
Catherine Roseman from CatherinesUnique says:
Congratulations Nathan and Christina! Being a native of Colorado myself, I also love the simplicity of thing and our great outdoors, all of God's wonderful creations. Your story and wedding were absolutely marvelous, and I would like to take this opportunity to wish you both a Lifetime of Happiness!
222 days ago
monocircus from monocircus says:
beautiful, touching, amazing! Bliss, happiness, beauty, love, joy, laughter to you both!
222 days ago
maureen leona from maureencarrigan says:
Really touching and beautiful! Good job guys. I live in CO and this really spoke to me. Photographer was amazing.
222 days ago
Tami Lyn Stanton from pillowsbytamilyn says:
Your wedding sounds so awesome...what a blessing! Congrats you two...God Bless you both!
221 days ago
Monica Powell says:
What an artistically holistic way to begin your journey together. Amazing location, creativity, and story...may you two be blessed!
221 days ago
nestboxvintage from nestboxvintage says:
Just as a day I would dream; very creative, meaningful touches, small and intimate, sweet, with the presence of family, a few close friends and God's blessing!!! ~ Thank you for sharing your day! Beautiful! Enjoy and the best to you both! :-)
221 days ago
SUSAN ANTONE from susansdesign says:
The vintage looking picture of the two of you standing on the top of the mountain really caught my attention . I thought the two of you looked so lovely. Thank you for sharing the story of your beautiful day. It is an inspiration to all who desire a simple wedding that celebrates family, faith, God's creation. The prayers by your family and friends for you will always be a source of strength and I hope you have a most blessed life together.
221 days ago
Emily Lee says:
I commend you for making God the focal point of your wedding. You and your guests will remember that shared prayer for the rest of your lives. Thanks for sharing. May God bless your life together.
221 days ago
CutiePopper from CutiePopper says:
Absolutely breathtaking! Amazing and so unique! Congratulations to the both of you! :)
221 days ago
Nancy Dopler from MidwestGypsy says:
As a woman of faith, I esp. like what you said in the last paragraph. This wedding is so much more beautiful than any that costs thousands of dollars.
221 days ago
Charlene says:
Absolutely beautiful! Just how a wedding should be close, intimate, loving. I wish you both the best of everything!
221 days ago
Alice from bygoneglory says:
beautiful setting for a beautiful wedding! the place settings are the best! May God bless you with a beautiful marriage!
221 days ago
Tracy from designlab443 says:
I LOVE your dress, so pretty! Congrats and sending you both wishes for 100 years together! Cheers!
221 days ago
Emily Delfin from reflectionsjewelry says:
Oh my......truly my favorite Etsy wedding post. I love your serious approach to your vows and commitment before God. I wish you two a forever, and wonderful marriage!
221 days ago
Linda Plum from inspirationalbanners says:
It doesn't take a lot of money to have a rich wedding! Lovely!
221 days ago
anewday54 says:
Your wedding was absolutely beautiful! May you both have an abundance of love, laughter, happiness and be blessed always!
221 days ago
DiTerra from DiTerra says:
Where is your dress from?! Absolutely gorgeous.
221 days ago
Catherine Sorensen from MeadowlandDesigns says:
I pray that God will bless your marriage & your lifetime commitment. Thank you so much for sharing a bit of the love & joy you have with the rest of us! Many blessings! ~Catherine
221 days ago
labellefairy from LaBelleFairy says:
Simple and perfect~
221 days ago
Krista says:
lovely
221 days ago
Whitney from PinwheelStudio says:
What a wonderful story! Thank you for sharing the simply beautiful details of your wedding. Indeed, you showed the essence of simplicity, love, and family. Awesome how your family prayed for you together!
221 days ago
Leah Croft from PureJoyVintage says:
Christina and Nathan...I read your story, looked at your pictures and read absolutely every comment above. I just want to say that I second every single one of them. A huge congratulations from me and my fiance'. I hope that when our day comes, we can do it half as gracefully! all the best to you both!
221 days ago
LaTeeFah from laTeefahDoLLs1898 says:
!♥!
221 days ago
Pearl from mayaruhi says:
Breathtaking! Aesthetically, and Spiritually. All the best with your life as One, Christina and Nathan! Thank you for sharing. :)
221 days ago
Janie from SarafinaDreams says:
Incredibly beautiful. I Love everything about this wedding. The details are perfection. Love surrounded by love. How could you possibly go wrong? Blessings to you all.
221 days ago
Laurie Lewis from ShopHedgerowRose says:
So, so beautiful. I don't even have words! Congratulations. :)
221 days ago
Rebecca Anderson from songbead says:
As a musician who has played at many, many lovely but essentially cardboard cutout weddings, I really loved both the aesthetic 'look' of your wedding, but even more, the ethos behind it. Simple and personal. I tried to capture that on my own special day; of course so different from yours, but I think - I hope! - it had that same personal, meaningful feel. What a stunningly beautiful setting - really, you don't need much more than that. Thanks so much for sharing it here with us.
221 days ago
Judy Parchman from jjparchman2 says:
You had a beautiful, romantic wedding. It's refreshing to see a couple who realize that their vows are to God as well as to each other. I wish you many happy years together. God Bless You.
221 days ago
Autumn Wood from Letterstojane says:
Wow, this was truly a breathtaking wedding, and a touching story as well! I was feeling a little choked up towards the end! Beautiful dress, beautiful surroundings, and more than anything a beautiful world-changing kind of love!
221 days ago
S Corridori from artcrafthome says:
simply beautiful. may God bless you and your new life together!
221 days ago
Natalie from akatale says:
Thank you so much for publicly putting God in your marriage! My husband and I were visiting Manitou Springs that same weekend and fell in love with the town. Congrats!!
221 days ago
Ali Perez from HandsomeandBella says:
I love the photo of your people bowing your head before the meal.
221 days ago
justine Reynolds from auntyjuju says:
Wow, you two have really moved me, only wish i'd been there!
221 days ago
OnToVintage from OnToVintage says:
simply lovely!
221 days ago
HedgeTiggy from HedgeTiggy says:
Beautiful. My husband and I did the same thing when we got married, keeping it small and on a mountain with a gorgous view of the surrounding countryside. I like that you made your own decorations, what a nice touch! Marriage is hard work, but the time goes fast if you find the right person and are willing to keep communicating. It's been 16 years for us, may you find as much lasting joy as we have.
221 days ago
Jade Locke from thesecretboutique says:
Thank you for sharing. This is beautiful. I live in Colorado as well and I always love a good love story and weddings.
220 days ago
Tina Pfeiffer from forrestinavintage says:
Creative and so meaningful. Ours was also DIY but looking back, I wish we'd paired it down even more. What you wrote about your families praying and your Christ-focused ceremony made me cry, too. May He bless you both in your life together and shower you with His love and grace along the way.
220 days ago
ilovevintagestuff from ilovevintagestuff says:
I love all the vintage touches you added to your wedding. Congrats!
220 days ago
Amber from BambuEarth says:
I love the idea of a summer pool party celebration. ♥ your day was beautiful.
220 days ago
mamajen says:
Praise God for your wedding and giving Him the glory. It is a rare thing today to have a Christ centered marriage. I know the Lord will bless your marriage because of it. We do serve an awesome and faithful God!!!!
220 days ago
LuAnn Poli from PaisleyBeading says:
Congratulations, Christina & Nathan! How wonderful that you pared down your wedding to a simplistic celebration of your love for each other! Love the personal touches. You both were involved and you made it your own. So detailed, but without the frivolities! With God at the center of your marriage, it is sure to thrive. A cord of three strands is not easily broken!
219 days ago
Hans Timman says:
Wow, fantastic story and article! Brings you back to the essence of what it is all about... Beautiful : )
219 days ago
Suzi from OhSoEnchanting says:
What a beautiful wedding, thank you so much for sharing!
219 days ago
Alisa Statham from WishingwellArt says:
Thank you for sharing this lovely wedding story. It left me misty eyed thinking of the weddings to be for my daughters and sons. This blog was a treasure for the ideas you've given me ;)
218 days ago
unflappableproducts from unflappableproducts says:
Wow o Wow This is so amazing - so unique and personal Best wishes for at least 41 years!
218 days ago
Kim Strozewski from SassySisterVintage says:
So gorgeous!!!! In Every Way!
218 days ago
Heather Todd from tickledrainbow says:
Very nice and individual and meaningful to you two. Good luck in your future together. I was married on that date 1983 and am still in love with my husband... and still counting.
218 days ago
Tami Lopez from TamiLopezDesigns says:
My husband and I have been married for 30 years. We met when we were just teenagers. Your heart is absolutely in the right place! So sweet and beautiful and real. God bless your marriage. Thanks for sharing your story with us!
218 days ago
TheKraftRoom from TheKraftRoom says:
This is so beautiful and I wish you the best.
217 days ago
Rebecca Vickers from CabinCrochet says:
So beautiful and inspiring--I would love to have a wedding just like yours.
216 days ago
James Dykema from ThreeFingersSawmill says:
Love the style of your wedding! The wooden chargers look fantastic. If anyone needs wooden chargers That can be arranged. Here's my one and only posting but message me if you're thinking of something else: https://www.etsy.com/listing/108756483/wooden-cookies-wedding-tabletoppers-home
215 days ago
Kita from akz113 says:
What a gorgeous wedding. That you want to build your marriage on the rock solid foundation of God makes this all the more amazing. I'm so moved. Many heartfelt congratulations to you both!
213 days ago
Sonia Mugabo says:
I love her wedding dress....where can I get it?
213 days ago
felica chapman says:
i love the place of choice!
212 days ago
Amanda Fortier from MandaleighDesigns says:
I wish I knew what you did ten years ago. Life would have been simpler, but I got my simple band on our 10 year anniversary instead. Life will teach you that all you need is Faith in God and Family =) Blessings to you!
208 days ago
Dana Lauren from DanasaurDesigns says:
beautiful! So much meaning and thought went into this wedding. I love it!
205 days ago
Krista Reimer from TheRusticRaven says:
I wish I could have attended your wedding!
201 days ago
Renata and Jonathan from RenataandJonathan says:
Beautiful wedding ! Congrats :)
200 days ago
kelekubby from kelekubby says:
I agree with all the above comments. So spectacularly simple and beautiful. Where is your dress from? SO GORGEOUS.
199 days ago
HandiworkinGirls from HandiworkinGirls says:
The whole wedding is breathtaking...whoever thought that more was more was wrong! The group in prayer photo is priceless. We spend so much time praying over meals and at family events, but rarely do we have a photo of those times. Congratulations, and God's blessings to you both!
191 days ago
Terry Ann Gillette from Bubblewandsandjewels says:
This is so awesome. Life is so precious and your wedding really created a sacred sense of awe within nature. Thanks for sharing such an amazing wedding..
189 days ago
hilary ann from lumafina says:
Rock on. Very inspiring, blessings to you both!
176 days ago
hilary ann from lumafina says:
If this is helpful, she stated above in the comments that her dress is a vintage-inspired gown from designer Tadashi Shoji.
176 days ago
Laurie Farr from RenditionStudios says:
GORGEOUS photography, wedding style and location, Love it all.
175 days ago
Amy Tee from prettylittletitch says:
Soo beautiful! On top of a rock too! It looks very intimate and perfect...
173 days ago
J.K. Ramirez from HudsonBlueArtisans says:
Earthy and beautiful. Congratulations and best wishes.
143 days ago
Cherie de Clerck says:
This made me cry. It's really beautiful! Thank God for you both.
137 days ago
Lisa Z ♥ from ZiBagz says:
Ooooo I love this story!!! My hubby & I wanted to marry on top of Murphy Dome out of Fairbanks Alaska. It snow (ALOT) a week before and all was moved indoors... Your wedding was soooo perfect! Just what I imagined .. ours was wonderful too but I always wished .. we just had our 23 anniversary .. may be for our 25th we will have a celebration up on the mountain top! Congratulations to you both.
121 days ago
Cindy from BglorifiedBoutique says:
Truly one of the most intimate, loving, beautiful and meaningful weddings I have ever seen - thank you for sharing with us! May God bless your marriage :)
120 days ago
Olivia from ollygrace says:
this is just so beautiful ! I wish you the best of luck and absolutely love that dress!
112 days ago
Cat from CCordaPhotography says:
Lovely.... your dress was perfect. Photos awesome. Love.
111 days ago
jillefresh1 says:
Beautiful, in more ways than one! My fiance and I are in beginning weeks of planning our day and yours was very inspirational! Congratulations and have enough in your lives together : )
110 days ago
Audrey from HelloMountains says:
beautiful!!!!!
109 days ago
Elizabeth H. from VowJewelry says:
The lace on your dress is absolutely stunning - so unique.
106 days ago
Beth Anne Schwamberger from TheAmateurNaturalist says:
So incredibly beautiful. You focused on the important and so very right things, and instead of being a stressed out bride, you have the memory of a peaceful, love-filled, faith-centered day. How very wise to ask for prayer and realize that marriage takes faith and support. Many blessings to you two as you start your love adventure together.
106 days ago
Tori Jackson from SecretScentSociete says:
The dress is amazing. Very simplistic but beautiful.
98 days ago
Rhonda Griffin from Showbelles says:
It just doesn't get any better than this. You are a beautiful couple, and the setting could not be better. I love the simple elegance. And your gown is second to none. Breathtaking beauty is as close as I can come to describing your ceremony.
98 days ago
Alison Elane from MyAvonlea says:
Your words are such a deep encouragement in such dry times. Egotism is so prevelant and the idea of truly sacrificing yourself to not only your husband but above all your Lord, seems so foreign these days. Very refreshing to hear of your Love for one another as unto your Lord. My hubby and I have commited ourselves unto our Lord and Savior as well and He guides us daily especially on how to specifically lead and love our children as unto Him. Forget books and statistics, He forms and knows all from the beginning He is the One who can guide every facet and detail of our lives. I look forward to your journey growing more in Him and the experience your children will open in your heart towards God. I never knew how selfless and deep His Love was until I had children. The way He shows us to deal with them is through Love, Patience, Mercy, and Trust in the discipline - beautifully enough its the reflection of His dealings with us. I love how there is no waste with God and nothing without purpose or significance. Blessings of His Love for you both on your journey <3
97 days ago
Kaitlin Hadder says:
Who is the designer for your dress?
72 days ago
Honkcormorant says:
WOW- truly- Where did you get your dress?? I have been looking for something like that for a LONG TIME!!
68 days ago
Gaelle Moise says:
I love your wedding, such an inspiration. Im having a really casual wedding of immediate friends and family (29 guests total with lots of children). I dont want to get caught up in the formalities, any suggestions for a wedding timeline that fits with my vision?
63 days ago
Gaelle Moise says:
the dress is by Tadashi Shoji, just google lace and chiffon Tadashi
63 days ago
Elvira from omydesigns says:
Your wedding dress was stunning. The ceremony location was breathtaking. The butterfly theme was fantastic. The photographer took incredible photos. You had a truly amazing wedding!
57 days ago