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| Mrs. Kristina Coleman Martinez and Ian Coleman great family and friends with Kristina's brother, Andy serving as a Groom's man watching on. |
Even though it has been three weeks now I still can't help drift back to that beautiful sun drenched Sea Ranch cliff on Saturday, September 15 where Kristina Martinez and Ian Coleman kissed and became Mr. and Mrs. Coleman.
Kristina & Ian | 09.15.2012 from Seaglass Cinema on Vimeo.
Photos of the Wedding Day as well as our Family Picnic/ Olympics were taken by Debby Coleman -
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| It was a beautiful day with fabulous friends and family. We are so happy to count Debby Coleman and Jarett Nixon as part of both |
The wedding was preceded by family gatherings as we joined up with each other from around the world- first at San Francisco where we stayed in the perfect family home that sleeps 12. It was a super first gathering spot. See our review here: http://www.vrbo.com/157489ha/reviews
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| House rental in San Francisco, California - The Perfect 5 Bedroom, 3 Bath with Hot Tub and WiFI IN SAN FRANCISCO! - Property 157489 |
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| Father and 2nd Cousin of the bride relax after very long flights from Chile and Spain respectfully |
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| Brides maids, friends, and family from Michigan, Spain and Chile meet for dinner at Pier 39 for clam chowder served in sourdough bread bowls. |
The following Monday we then headed up to Sea Ranch Lodge where many of the families rented homes.
Guests came from far and wide:
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| We stayed at the Krauss house |
• Spain
• Chile
• Alberta, Canada
• British Colombia, Canada
• Michigan
• Southern California
• Northern California
• Oregon
• Washington
• Colorado
• South Carolina
• Nevada
All during the week the sun was late in burning off the fog, including Thursday, the day of the wedding rehearsal. Apparently some of us failed to get the funny hat memo.
The next day friends and family went early morning diving for abalone once again and then packed it off to Grestle Cove for the Family Olympics. The loosing family was to have received a pie smashed in the face. It ended up being smashed in the bride and groom's faces instead.
On that special Saturday, September 15, the day was brilliant and full of love.
The service had a few nervous bumps along the way, with Ian jumping eagerly to the "I Do's" before the vows were completed. Their heartfelt vows were written by Reverend Robert. In the end it was a splendiferous day followed with love and joy for the new couple and the families in which they united.
The next day friends and family went early morning diving for abalone once again and then packed it off to Grestle Cove for the Family Olympics. The loosing family was to have received a pie smashed in the face. It ended up being smashed in the bride and groom's faces instead.
On that special Saturday, September 15, the day was brilliant and full of love.
Robert Hansen, my brother, officiated the wedding.
The service had a few nervous bumps along the way, with Ian jumping eagerly to the "I Do's" before the vows were completed. Their heartfelt vows were written by Reverend Robert. In the end it was a splendiferous day followed with love and joy for the new couple and the families in which they united.
Wedding notes
Wedding Venue: Sea Ranch Lodge: http://searanchlodge.com/Officiate: Reverend Robert Hansen, White Lake Weddings, http://www.angelfire.com/rings/revhansen/
Bride Wore:
• Wedding band: Three separate rings included an eternity band of 7 round cut diamonds set in whitegold in between two bands of eternity style bands of round cut sapphires set in platinum
• Ceremony Dress: David’s Bridal
• Bouquet: Flowers Coastal Posies http://coastalposies.com/bridal-bouquets/
• Necklace- Seafoam Mother of Pearl Bridal Bib Necklace, Pearly Jewelry in
Shimmery Green by Brass Hoheme brassboheme.etsy.com
• Starfish Hairpins: Hair Comes the Bride http://www.haircomesthebride.com/
• Shoes Tom's Shoes www.toms.com
• Evening gown for the reception by Watters Brides
• Seamstress for special touches for dresses, Emma Rojo, Santiago, Chile
Maids of Honor:
• Sarah Coleman, Groom’s sister• Nicole Milllitelo, Long time friend and “surfing sister”
Brides maids
• Abby Timms Conner, friend• Julianne Vanwagenen, Groom’s cousin
Brides maids wore:
• Navy Blue Dresses: Individually selected from J. Crew http://www.jcrew.com/• Shoes Tom's Shoes www.toms.com
• Bouquet: Flowers Coastal Posies http://coastalposies.com/bridal-bouquets/
• Ray-Ban New Wayfarer sunglasses
Best Men:
• Wesly Leffel, Groom’s long time friend• Robert Coleman, Groom’s brother
Groom’s men:
• Andrés (Andy) Martínez, Bride’s brother• Joe Oak, friend
Groom and Groom’s men Wore
• Groom's ring:Titanium and platinum with hammered detailing• Suits: Island Importer http://www.islandimporter.com/
• Groom’s men’s shirts: Lands’ End http://www.landsend.com/
• Ray-Ban New Wayfarer sunglasses
• Shoes Tom's Shoes www.toms.com
Reception
MusicWedding by Chris (Guitar) 707-785-2730
DJ: Soul Symple – Myke Lewis 510.290.3851 djbigmyke@gmail.com
Appetizers:
• Point Reyes Blue chees and walnut sald in an endive leaf
• Mini crab cakes with roasted lemon aioli
• Wild mushroom fritters with orange aioli
Décor:
Wine Country Party & Events http://www.winecountryparty.com/
Table top décor and special touches provided by bride and friends
• Games: Corn hole, Ladder ball
• Table topics question cards
• Drift wood with flowers by Flowers Coastal Posies http://coastalposies.com/bridal-bouquets/
• Floating candles in bowls and abalone shells
• Abalone shells provided by Doug Jung from his many trips
Day of Wedding Coordinator
Stepping Inn Wedding Coordination www.steppinginn.com
Cake:
Franny's Cup & Saucer http://www.frannyscupandsaucer.com/ (Note: Top layer made especially for the bride was gluten free, groom had a blueberry pie)
Menu:
• Cream of wild mushroom soup
• Grilled New York Steak
• Garlic whipped potatoes
• Asparagus spears with Huckleberry Vinaigrette
• Children’s menu: Penne with marinara sauce and grilled chicken
