After a successful walk down the aisle, it was time to make it official. Mr. Ballet Flat and I are both Catholic, so we had a full Mass for our ceremony.
Since we were married before the Pentecost, the church was still decorated for the Easter season. I’ll give you this picture in color, since it is absolutely beautiful.
I loved all of the Easter arrangements that adorned the Altar.
These Easter flags were placed along the ceiling beams of the church.
I just thought the decor was truly breathtaking and didn’t require us to buy many arrangements at all.
A truly great budget idea for Catholic brides: if you get married around Christmas or after Easter (since most Catholic churches won’t hold marriages during the Lenten season), keep in mind that the church will be decorated for those seasons with their own arrangements. Plus, it makes it a little more special that you are getting married during such an important part of the Church’s liturgical year.
For us, we purchased simple pew bows, as seen above, and two altar arrangements, which were placed near the stairs of the altar on each side. Sadly, I don’t have any pictures of those.
Okay, back to the black/whites and getting hitched! (I like using the black/whites to highlight the ceremony, since it feels a little more like you’re in a dream. Call me weird!)
Mr. Ballet Flat and I paid close attention to the readings that we chose. It was hard to believe that in a few short minutes, we would be taking our vows.
After the readings and the Gospel were said, along with a short and sweet homily from our priest, it was time!
*Gulp*… here goes! Look at us! As the Joker would say, “Why so serious?” Haha!
MUCH better! Mr. Ballet Flat grabbed the wrong hand, anxiously going for the left to place the ring, instead of the right to say a prayer, and for some reason, I was so nervous that I busted at the seams in laughter. It was obviously contagious!
We’re all smiles now. This is so awesome! I’m happy to say, I didn’t stumble on my words, but I probably wasn’t talking very loudly. I was still a little nervous! I’m not good at being the center of attention, so I’m sure underneath the makeup, I’m all sorts of red in the face!
Don’t you just love this shot? I’m not sure why I’m holding my pinky up; maybe I thought it would look somewhat dainty.
Even though this took a matter of minutes, it felt like time just slowed down, and even though this was in front of 150 of our closest family and friends, towards the end, it felt like it was just us.
We were now official, and about to get totally busted. Oops… stay tuned! 
Images courtesy of Amanda Meyer Photography
Previous recaps:
Our NOLA Nuptials: The Bridals
Our NOLA Nuptials: Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler!
Our NOLA Nuptials: Practice Makes Perfect
Our NOLA Nuptials: It Was All a Blur
Our NOLA Nuptials: Poof, Spray and a Lie
Our NOLA Nuptials: The Finishing Touches
Our NOLA Nuptials: Walk it Out
Oooo, cliffhanger ending 
My parents were married two days after Christmas — my mom loves Christmas, and wanted the church to be all decked out for the season 
What a beautiful church and altar! I love the colors.
what incredible pictures! can’t wait to hear & see what happens next. You both look so in love, it’s incredible looking at all of your photos!
LOL at Mr. BF grabbing the wrong hand. I am guilty of doing the same thing to Mr. DE!
That’s about the time we started cracking up too! Our fingers were so swollen from the heat that none of the rings would go on the fingers. We couldn’t stop laughing for the rest of the ceremony… which was good, because otherwise we would have both been bawling!
I had to correct my fiance when he put my e-ring on my finger… he went for my right hand
Oooh what happens? I love it when the groom messes up a bit. Mr. MB blurted out ‘I Do’ right after the first line of the vows. There was still more to go and he was supposed to say ‘I will’. Someone should have read over the ceremony a little bit more. It was my favorite part of our little beach wedding. Loving your pics.
Busted?!?! Can’t wait to hear about that!
The fact that I had my e-ring on my right hand totally threw off my hubby too. I know it was logical to put it there, but I’m thinking maybe I should have had my mom wear it for me!
@pvaulter718: @Miss Moonbeam: @Mrs. Bruschetta: LOL trust me…it’s not a SUPER huge thing. Just a little hilarious.
I was so nervous during our ceremony, too! I kept fidgeting the whole time, it probably looked like I had to pee.
The church does look beautiful in these shots!
I love how well the photographer captured your emotions! You both look so excited and happy.
Ooo tease! Busted for what?
P.S. That 2nd to last pic of you is SO CUTE!
i also like that picture of the two of you laughing. there’s so much joy in your faces!
You two are so cute! I LOVE the picture of you both laughing
Aww I love that you said even in a room of 150 people it felt like it was just the 2 of you! Its so special that you had such an intimate moment… I’m hoping for that same feeling
Your pictures are so cute I can totally feel the mood of the moment that pictures of both of you laughing is priceless
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Mrs. Ballet Flat, New Orleans Age and Occupation: 24, Geographic Information Systems Analyst Fiance's Age and Occupation: 26, IT Analyst Engagement Date: March 16, 2008 Wedding Date: May, 2009 Blogging Since: September 25, 2008 Venue: St. Charles Borromeo Church/Jefferson-Orleans North About Me: I absolutely love wedding planning, spending time with Mr. Ballet Flat, various crafts, watching football, baking, pop music, bargain hunting and ice cream. My idea of a great date night is dinner and clearance shopping with Mr. Ballet Flat! I currently live below sea level in the suburbs near New Orleans, where I make maps all day, everyday for my job. I'm slowly becoming more and more obsessed with anything New Orleans related for our wedding, and I can't wait for the big day!
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