The morning started on a surprisingly mellow note even with 10 bridesmaids in Rachel’s room getting ready. I sent Vivian, Nancy and Tracie off to shoot details around the Omni Fort Worth Hotel.

We were gathering our energy for the large bridal party and the a group of groomsmen & ushers that will never, ever be topped in personality.

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

We never did find Gary before the ceremony, but he showed up promptly for his portraits so that’s all we cared about 🙂

The ceremony itself was at the amazing beautiful St Patrick Cathedral in Fort Worth, which is just steps from the Omni Hotel.

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & her dad as the door opened for them to enter the church.

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Gary’s grandfather, a deacon, delivered a lovely heartfelt sermon.

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Sign of peace.

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

I loved all of Rachel & Gary’s expressions during the ceremony!

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

The kiss from Nancy’s vantage point …

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

And from Vivian’s.

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Then it was off to the Fort Worth Club to party!

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

The boys were finally let loose!

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

The toasts were simply wondeful!

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

And then it was time for CAKE!!

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Speaking of cake, Gary’s grandmother made them! YUM!!!

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Now it’s time to party – full force!

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

I love this final look that Gary & Rachel’s dad had before Gary & Rachel left!

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

And the crazy boys escorted the limo down the street – Secret Service-style.

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception

Rachel & Gary's Fort Worth Ceremony and Reception