Spring Wedding at Carl House: Kimberly Huff & Andy Huckaby

As the sun rose blissfully Saturday morning, leaving a glistening halo of sparkle and light as the dew melted slowly in its gradual warmth, Carl House radiated with softness and beauty; a feeling only fitting for the second day of spring. The Carl House team was delighted, not only for the wonderful weather, but also, to play host to the first outdoor wedding of the season; even the scattered patches of purple and yellow pansies perked in anticipation. Despite a slight chill in the air, the ceremony went smoothly and Kimberly and Andy, who had entered as two, walked arm-in-arm down the aisle past family and friends as one.


The ballroom was a dizzy of dancing and dining, and the delightful mood was echoed by the assortment of hot and light pink gerber daises that made-up the bride’s bouquet and the groom’s boutonnière. One glimpse at Kimberly and Andy and it was clear that the affection and admiration they shared would make possible for the foundation of a beautiful marriage, just as the foundation of Carl House made possible for a beautiful celebration. Even the groom’s cake stood as a token of their love. In honor of her husband’s service as an Athens Clarke County firemen, the cake was modeled after a red fire truck and the cake cutter, an axe, read “Today I Marry the Bravest Fireman.”

Being a part of special occasions, like this one, is what makes being a part of Carl House worthwhile. We hope to play host to these engagements for many springs to come!

Carl House Weddings: Davita King & Aaron Sosebee

If rain on your wedding day is good luck, then Davita and Aaron are one fortunate couple. While the Saturday shower may have kept the two indoors, it did little to dampen their spirits. Complete with a bouquet of bright pink roses and blooming stargazer lilies, the bride descended Carl House’s winding staircase to the ballroom full of awestruck guests. Davita was elegant and full of grace and the weather a dramatic backdrop to her glowing presence! Table arrangements mirrored the bright colors that rested in the bride’s hands and additional flowers hung delicately over the magnificent Carl House fireplace; adding their own intensity and light to the beautiful gathering. As bride and groom exchanged vows to a room of stargazed onlookers, all watched with delight, a delight that continued as ceremony lead to reception and day lead to night.

After dinner, family and friends hit the dance floor with enthusiasm and vigor; even the rain drops outside Carl House danced to the ground in honor of the special occasion. To add to the fun, two specialty drinks, a pomegranate martini for the ladies and ‘Jack’ and coke for the guys, were served throughout the evening. For dessert, a tiered cake with the bride and groom’s initials adorning the top was served. The fact that Davita and Aaron didn’t let the weather hamper their perfect day is a true testament that when life hands you lemons make lemonade, or in this case, when life hands you rain, make martinis.

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Notes from the Gallery:
“Everything was awesome! Amazing and awesome!”
- Mike Sosebee, Father of the Groom