Wayah Bald Elopement- Post Ceremony- Franklin, North Carolina- 3/4
Dave and Kristi’s wedding day continued after the ceremony on Wayah Bald down the mountain to Franklin, North Carolina to the downtown Motor Car Grill. They had a mouthwateringly fun dinner party. The diner was open for business and the small party of guests filled a long table at the end of the room. It was intimate and delicious. There were so many good options to choose from off the extensive menu. Everyone got what they wanted, from the huge appetizer trays to the old-timey malts. I enjoyed a burger, shake and fries; classic food with a super fun atmosphere. Kristi and Dave spent less than $350 to feed everyone and we left stuffed! I can’t think of an easier plan to bring everyone together and make memories…
Wait, it gets better! Just a hop, skip and a jump down the road (literally), is Lazy Hiker Brewery. This is where the official reception began. We walked in, Kristi dressed in a wedding dress and Dave in his fine suit and approached the bar. Everyone there cheered and congratulated the couple- and bought them drinks! We are so grateful that Kristi and Dave stepped out of the norm and were willing to blaze their own path in this high-pressure wedding planning world. If that wasn’t amazing enough, there was a concert in the park behind the brewery. The couple danced together in front of a crowd of locals in lawn chairs and kids playing with beach balls. Everyone enjoyed an amazing performance (and the unforgettable party didn’t cost a dime). We ended our photography coverage by lighting a Chinese lantern and making wishes for the future. The entire day was perfectly representative of the couple, through and through.
