Some very good friends got married this weekend. We were honored to host their rehearsal dinner and reception in our backyard. 

Here’s a look at how something like that becomes a reality.

Friday afternoon:  the tent arrives. In the center of the pic, you can see a group of men huddled around a ginormous grill, where they are making fire, cooking meat.  This wedding involves the family who owns this company which in addition to making the giant grill, also made the smoker mentioned here.  

A few hours later, lighting has been added, along with tables & chairs.  The next evenings, guests arrive. It was a great night for an outdoor reception.

One of my favorite parts of the night… watching my friend Justin take pics of his sister & her new husband.  (The astute reader will notice why this post became important in the events of this night).  

Here are some of Justin’s photos….amazing. View more here. 

Congratulations, Andy & Jess!