Jessica Hammon is the youngest daughter of one of my parents' oldest friends (got that?). Her mom, Margot, was the first person my dad spoke to at Gordon when he was entering his freshman year. Talk about history! Jess wanted a small, simple and yet meaningful wedding, so when my dad offered her the use of his house -- overlooking the Essex Marsh, really quite idyllic -- she readily agreed.
But before there's a wedding, there's a rehearsal and the all-important meal after it. They opted for local flare, going with a Clam Bake. I'll be honest, I'd never been to a clam bake before, and wrangled a seat for myself (but sadly not Dexter) for the big event. A clam bake often includes digging a pit in the sand, building a fire, and grilling/steaming all kinds of goodies. . .lobster, clams, mussels, etc. This wasn't exactly that, but it was catered at beautiful (and private!) Tuck's Point, overlooking the water in Manchester. A good time was had by all.
"David Alan Webb" and Jess
David is the third David to join the Hammon/Mering family at large (my dad, and Brooke Hammon's husband being the other two), so he is often called by all three of his names to keep things clear!
Jess was feeling no pre-wedding jitters and had no problem digging in.
mmm. lobsta. the perfect summer in New England fare
Jess' uncle, Glen, and her Mom, Margot. You must wear bibs when eating lobster. It is messy business.
We took the time to do some photos after lunch. . .
Craig & Margot
There they are again!
crazy kids
Jess and her friend Kara, who read in the wedding
practice makes perfect! :)
It was nice to have the rehearsal dinner actually be a lunch. Gave us time to relax in the evening and to prepare for the festivities the next day.
1 comment:
Loved this! Your pictures are beautiful!
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