A Texas Wedding in Colorado

I've written about both Wisconsin and Texas weddings I've been to. Each has its own set of traditions. The most recent wedding I went to was in Colorado, but it was very much a Texas wedding.

Victoria's dad Jim had moved to the Denver area almost two years ago. Prior to that, he lived in the Austin area for many years. His fiancee Judy also lived in Austin for many years. They decided to have their wedding in Colorado. The majority of people who attended came from Texas, so it was very much a Texas wedding in Colorado.

The wedding took place at the Heather Gardens Clubhouse.

Modern two-story municipal building with prominent glass-windowed tower entrance, brick and siding exterior, American flag, and landscaped entrance with ornamental grasses under blue sky with white clouds Side view of contemporary municipal building showing landscaped grounds with native prairie grasses, manicured lawn, parking lot light pole, and informational sign

The service took place in the auditorium. Victoria's aunt Caroline officiated.

Wedding guest book table with white and lavender tablecloth, three flower arrangements in pink and purple tones, framed couple photo, ceramic basket, and floral-embroidered napkins Welcome to our wedding sign on easel with decorative script lettering, flanked by pink flowering mums in pots, positioned near stone pillar and patterned carpet Wedding ceremony setup with wooden podium, black backdrop, white pedestal flower arrangements, seating chairs, unity candle table with white cloth and greenery

After the service, we headed to the dining room.

Banquet hall reception setup with round tables covered in white linens, teal chairs, mason jar flower centerpieces on wood slices, paper lantern decorations hanging from ceiling

I got my card for the filet mignon.

Mint green place card with decorative vine border and Beef printed in center, indicating meal selection for wedding reception

Before I could dig into that, rolls and salad came out.

Caesar salad with romaine lettuce and shredded parmesan cheese on white plate, with bread basket wrapped in black cloth and butter dish visible on table Caesar salad with romaine lettuce and shredded parmesan cheese on white plate, with bread basket wrapped in black cloth and butter dish visible on table Plated beef tenderloin with brown sauce, mashed potatoes, and asparagus spears on white dinner plate with mint green menu card visible

The main course was in front of me soon.

Plated beef tenderloin with brown sauce, mashed potatoes, and asparagus spears on white dinner plate with mint green menu card visible

This was the first time I had filet mignon. This hunk of meat was juicy and flavorful on the inside. The bacon on the outside added a nice salty finish.

Victoria likes leaner meats, so she got the chicken parmesan. I was told it was very good.

Breaded chicken parmesan cutlet topped with marinara sauce, asparagus, and parmesan cheese served over spaghetti on white plate

Once everyone was done eating, there was the first dance.

Bride and groom's first dance in banquet hall with white paper lanterns, round tables with white linens, wedding guests seated, and warm ambient lighting

There was a little more dancing and then the sendoff. We threw birdseeds as the happy couple made their way to the car.

Wedding favor of small seashells in white tulle pouch tied with purple ribbon on white tablecloth

The wedding was nice, and I was glad I was able to attend. Congratulations to Jim and Judy!

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