After months of planning, Abby and Hudson’s wedding day finally arrived. From getting ready at The Norland Historic Estate and a garden ceremony to the handmade details, wedding cake, dancing, and the people gathered around them, this is the story of a day that became so much more than a wedding—it became a memory our family will carry for years.

After years of working behind the scenes in the wedding industry, becoming a mother of the bride offered a completely new perspective on wedding planning. These are the lessons that mattered most—from communication and trust to finding vendors who make the process easier.