Shalimar

If not having the wedding dress and tux delivered on time was the first scare, then pulling up to the wedding chapel was the next.

The limo ride was wonderful, especially the air conditioning. But my mind started racing through plan B, C, D and E as we pulled into the parking lot. Instead of a cute little chapel, it was, in fact, a Howard Johnsons!

I timidly got out of the limo and walked through the doors with my silent, stunned bride at my side. But as soon as we walked through the doors, all our fears dissapated. While it did not look like a church on the outside, the inside was wonderful. Very cozy, personal and friendly. Just what we wanted.

Our wedding cordinator was fantastic. She did triple duty as she also was our photographer and videographer as well. Cyn had requested lavender roses for her bouquet and they had no problem coming up with them.

When we arrived there were two couples ahead of us. A young marine and his beautiful bride and an older African American couple renewing their vows. That allowed us plenty of time to take a few pre-ceremony pictures.