Frank & I drove up bright and early Friday morning since the groomsmen had a 1pm deadline to confirm their tuxes fit correctly. By leaving at 4am (and taking the Tappanzee Bridge), we were able to dodge traffic and make it in time to enjoy a leisurely lunch outside with Mark, Sarah, Greg, and Eugenia before the groomsmen kicked off their itinerary. Mike's family hosted the rehearsal dinner that evening at the Canfield House, where Frank & I drooled over the prime rib (we gave up meat for Lent) that mostly everyone else selected, but still enjoyed some yummy New England scallops.
Saturday proved to be just as gorgeous; with the sun brightly shining, Kristen, Eugenia, Sarah, and I left the boys to keep Mike from getting cold feet ;) and set off to take in the sights of Newport. We toured The Breakers, the Vanderbilt family's 70 room 'summer cottage', which was unbelievable. Entire rooms were constructed in Europe and then shipped over to be included in the house - Definitely a site to see.
Speaking of beautiful sites...At 5pm Saturday afternoon, MK walked down the isle to meet her anxiously awaiting groom, wearing an exquisite asymmetrical ivory wedding dress. She looked stunning (and Mike didn't look too bad himself) as the couple exchanged vows overlooking the Newport Harbor. The remainder of the evening consisted of great food and dancing and, of course, the after-party at the infamous GA-te House. Congratulations, Mike and MK - Your day was truly a fairy tale and we loved every minute of it!
OceanCliff
The Gate House, where most of the bridal party stayed
The boy's prepping for the rehearsal
The happy couple at the rehearsal dinner
The Breakers
The beautiful couple
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