Rain and outdoor weddings do not mix well and, boy, has it been raining a lot here in North Carolina this spring. With all the rain and the stormy forecast for May 8^th, Tabitha was expecting rain on her wedding day. As a matter of fact, so was I. But our fears were for naught. The skies cleared, the sun peeked out, the birds started singing – just like in Disney’s Cinderella -- and the day grew beautiful as it moved toward evening.

Tree-lined gardens, ponds surrounded by wrought iron hangings, and spring flowers galore make for the perfect outdoor ceremony and reception. And the house at Barclay Manor is like the Asheville Biltmore Estate in miniature. Everything was being done at Barclay just outside of Angier, NC, -- and, believe me, the staff goes out of its way to foresee the couple’s every need.

I had not met Jonathan prior to the wedding day, but he was easy to spot. He was the one practicing his first-dance moves in the middle of the dance floor. He wanted to have his every move just right for his bride.

A beautiful bride and groom, perfect location, great weather, and close friends and family all came together on May 8^, 2009, to create some great photos and give Tabitha and Jonathon a day they will treasure forever.  Here are just a few shots of the day: