After making our grand entrances, it was time for Mr. Hawk and me to have our first official dance as man and wife.
I never really talked about our song-selection process, but Mr. Hawk and I both contributed songs from some of our favorite artists to a playlist. I added a few classic love songs to the mix, and over a couple months, Mr. Hawk and I listened to the music separately. We each had the same two or three songs on our individual lists, but when it came down to it, Ray LaMontagne’s “You Are the Best Thing” was our choice.
“Baby, it’s been a long day, baby
Things ain’t been going my way
You know I need you here
To clear my mind all the time”
“And baby
The way you move me, it’s crazy
It’s like you see right through me and make it easier
To please me you don’t even have to try”
“Oh, because
You are the best thing
You are the best thing
You are the best thing
Ever happened to me”
“Baby, we’ve come a long way, baby
You know I hope and I pray that you believe me
When I say this love will never fade away”
“Oh, because
You are the best thing
You are the best thing
You are the best thing
Ever happened to me”
“Now both of us have known love before
To come on up promising, like the spring, just walk on out the door
Our hearts are strong and are hearts are kind
Well, let me tell you what exactly is on my mind”
“You are the best thing
You are the best thing
You are the best thing
Ever happened to me”
“You are the best thing
You are the best thing
You are the best thing
Ever happened to me”
All photos by Valerie Demo Photography
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This was one of our top picks for the first dance! Needless to say, I love this song!
this was our cake cutting song- I love it and your first dance looks beautiful!
Seriously tearing up over here. Gorgeous photos and gorgeous song!
I have never heard that song but I really like it. Your first dance pictures along with the song made me feel like I was right there with you at your reception. Beautiful pictures and beautiful song. i am going to have to play this for my sweety!
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Mrs. Hawk, Richmond, VA Age and Occupation: 26, Finance Fiance's Age and Occupation: 30, District Supervisor Engagement Date: March 13, 2011 Wedding Date: May 2012 Venue: The Chapel of the Sir Christopher Wren Building, 2007 Legacy Hall About Me: I’m an Arizona-born girl who has spent the majority of my life living below the Mason-Dixon line. The South has definitely earned a special place in my heart (alongside my Virginia born and bred fiance, of course!). We are planning a traditional Christian ceremony at my alma mater in historic Williamsburg, Virginia, followed by a rocking reception filled with Southern cooking and vintage/shabby chic details. When we’re not wedding planning, we enjoy spending time with our three dogs, going for runs together, watching plenty of football (or baseball depending on the season), and sampling new wine.
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