SAMANTHA AND BRANDON

Samantha and Brandon were married on September 17, 2016.

We left Alabama early Friday morning and arrived in Cincinnati about supper time.  I was dropped off to stay with Jana and the rest of the family went to Brian’s.  We all freshened up and then headed for LaRosa’s.  We met there after they had their rehearsal.  We all arrived at about the same time.

We had a fantastic time.  Had plenty to eat and it sure tasted good.  Brandon and Samantha met at LaRosa’s two years ago.  They were both working there.  In fact, Samantha still works there.  At one time all of the Aker family worked there in one capacity or another.  Bradley is even back working there as a part time cook. 

After eating everyone went to Brian and Tracy’s for the evening.  We had a great time there also.  Lots of stories and laughs.  Jana and I didn’t stay too late.  I was really tired.

The wedding on Saturday was not until 5:00 p.m. so Jana and I just took it easy during the morning.  We decided to stay out of everyone’s way at Brian’s because we figured it would be a little hectic there. 

Samantha and Brandon were to be married at Grace Point Church of the Nazarene in Trenton, OH.  Brian walked Samantha down the aisle.  He looked so proud.

After the ceremony pictures were taken in the church.  Everyone else went into the gym for drinks (soft drinks) and snacks.  After pictures Samantha and Brandon had their first dance.  And, of course, Brian danced with Samantha and Jenny (Brandon’s mom) danced with Brandon.

Since Steven couldn’t be there because he is still in Hawaii, a computer was set up so he could attend via Skype.  The pastor allowed them to set up a tall stool and put the computer on it so he could see.  They angled it in a way that he had a clear view. 

From there we all went to an Italian Restaurant in West Chester called Bravo Cucina Italiana.  The meal was delicious.  Toasts were made. (Where Samantha announced that she is NOT pregnant).  Apparently, that was a rumor since the wedding happened quicker than was expected.

The cake was beautiful. 

A great big shout out to Brian and Tracy for putting this together in one week’s time.  They did a fantastic job.  They had some help from Jenny and her fiancé.  Two lady friends of Brandon’s grandmother made the cake.  Everything was perfect.  Samantha and Brandon have many good memories!

The pictures included in this blog were taken by family and friends.  The photographer has not submitted her pictures as yet.