It's hard to believe but in less than a week, we will all gather together to celebrate! We hope you are as excited as we are and we look forward to meeting, greeting and sharing our special day with you. First and foremost, we would like to thank you all for traveling to Charlottesville, Virginia (no, not Charlotte, North Carolina - if you have booked flights into CLT than change 'em...fast...ha ha). The days of arriving by horse and carriage have been replaced by planes, trains and automobiles so we wish you all a safe journey to the Blue Ridge.
A few quick points we wanted to share...
If you are staying at either the Omni Charlottesville or the Hampton Inn and Suites, please mention that you are with our wedding group when you check in to your room(s). We have a little surprise waiting for weary travelers (no matter when you arrive).
If you live anywhere above the equator then you know it's winter. Yes, while some consider Charlottesville to be in the South, old man winter is reminding us that snow and cold temperatures are a part of January even in Virginia. Please dress warmly!
Also, Charlottesville is still "enjoying" the two feet of snow that fell before Christmas - and the city isn't as adept at removing it as places like Boston - so please take it easy and be careful with driving, parking, etc. Allow extra time for EVERYTHING (including getting to the ceremony on time...we will try our best, too)!
Want to know something funny? The Chapel, which was built in the 1890's, has undergone relatively few renovations in over a century of hosting weddings, services, special events, etc. But back in December things changed. For three to four months this winter, the front entryway is being redesigned and renovated so foot traffic around the Chapel has been detoured a bit. And, yes, with the new snow, it is even more confusing. Plan to enter through the side doorway (which most folks say is the "more beautiful" doorway) unless you are escorted differently. Here's the funny part of the story. The front entryway is being raised to make the Chapel fully ADA compliant and accessible. Go figure.
If you want to click around the web to learn more about C-ville before arriving, here are a few fun links we suggest...
www.pursuecharlottesville.com
www.charlottesville.org
www.monticello.org
www.cvillechamber.com
www.virginia.edu
Safe travels and see y'all soon!
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This is a beautiful idea, and wonderfully done! You both look so happy and in love. I'm so thrilled for you. And even though I won't be able to attend the main event, please know that I am sending my love and well wishes across the miles. Sarah, you are a dear, sweet friend. We saw each other through some tough times and some fantastic times. I'm so happy for you, I can't even think of eloquent words to describe it!
ReplyDeleteMuch love and happiness to you both. I'll keep myself posted on your happenings here and through emails, phone calls, and future visits.
Love,
Sarah