Jenna Laine Weddings: Jill & Paul

We spend a lot of time talking about how amazing our brides are and Jill was no exception. She fully trusted us and her vendors to bring her vision to life and always had the biggest smile on her face at every meeting. We absolutely love her wedding invitations and all the accessories that went with it. Her logo may be one of my all-time favorites. The Grand Hotel in Point Clear provided the perfect backdrop for her first look and Saint Francis at the Point, one of our favorite all-white churches, made for a quaint ceremony location. Following the ceremony, guests were greeted at the Grand Hotel with specialty drinks, beautifully patterned linens, and soft elegant flowers. The guests enjoyed the dance floor all night long with The Tip Tops leading the show with tons of glow toys!

Cheers to Mr. and Mrs. Bryars!

Planning: Jenna Laine Weddings | Ceremony: St. Francis at the Point | Piano: Benjamin Rollings | Violin: Enley McCullom | Vocalist: Kelly Risk | Officiant: Larry Bryars | Reception: The Grand Hotel | Reception Music: The Tip Tops | Rentals: Chavari Chairs of Mobile | Linen: BBJ Linen | Florist: Wildflowers Fairhope | Photographer: Laura Rowe Photography | Videographer: Cinematography by Mark | Cake: Couture Cakes | Hair: Courtney with Scott Whitney | Makeup: Rebecca Crowley | Lighting/Draping: Willow Bridge

Marriage Licensing Law Change

The state of Alabama has officially changed the paper trail that it will require for marriages to be made legal in the eyes of the government. Our brides are used to the system in which they get a license ahead of the wedding date and have their officiant (minister, priest, etc.) sign and mail it in post wedding.

Photo Credit: Aimee Reynolds Photography

Beginning on August 29, 2019 couples will not be required to have a ceremony (of course you can if you wish). Instead, couples wanting to wed will submit a notarized marriage certificate that will be recorded – but not issued – by Probate Judges.

We have narrowed it down to a step by step for you to easily follow.

1. Couples must show proof they are legally allowed to marry.

   • In Alabama that means 16 years old (with parental consent), 18 years old or older. There is no waiting period, blood test, witness or residency requirements.

2. Obtain and fill out Marriage certificate form

   • You can get that form online here.

3. Have the form notarized by an Alabama State Registered Notary

   • This may have a fee of $5.00, and some notaries may have travel fees if they travel to you.

4. Return your notarized form to the Probate Court.

   • You have 30 days after notarization to file this form with the court.

   • You can mail this in to the court but you will need to enclose payment and ensure all lines are legible and free of correction markings. Baldwin County charges $73.00 (check with the county you file with).

   • You may request a certified copy if returning this to the Baldwin County Probate Court (other counties may also do this but be sure to ask if you are wanting this for your records).

Wedding Day Yoga

Breath in and breath out...ahhh...feeling relaxed yet? 

Yoga is great for many things. It helps you relax, focus, and strengthens your joints and muscles, which is why we think this popular practice makes a great pre wedding workout. We have partnered with Core Studio owner, Lindsay Rainey, to discuss the benefits of yoga and her special day of wedding yoga session she offers to our clients. 

LINDSAY'S Reasons for incorporating Yoga into your wedding day:

• First, Yoga gives you a great workout without the feeling of sore muscles, shortness of breath and being drenched in sweat, unless you opt for a hot yoga session. In that case, sweat is an understatement.

• Next, its a fun activity for a group regardless of everyone’s athleticism. Yoga is a series of stretches and moves that can be altered for each person.

• Third, it is mindful movement focused. Meaning you are making a mind and body connection and not just burning calories. This process helps to clear your mind and calm your nerves, and who couldn’t use that on their wedding day?

Wedding Day Yoga in Point Clear, Alabama with Core Studio

You can book Lindsay, or one of her certified Yoga instructors, to come to you at your home or hotel on your wedding day and conduct a 60 minute yoga session. In this class you will focus on breathing, movement, holding poses, and end with a three minute relaxation exercise that includes a eucalyptus soaked towel. You will spend time opening up your hips and pelvis region because as women, that’s where we hold stress. Some great poses Lindsay likes to include in a special wedding session would be lizard, pigeon, and a reclined bridge pose. “After hip openers it is most important to release your spine. If you don’t have a healthy spine, then you really don’t have a healthy body and one of the primary intents of a yoga class is to elongate your spine”, says Lindsay. This is just what you need to prepare you for standing at the altar and dancing the night away at the reception. 

Wedding Day Yoga in Point Clear, Alabama with Core Studio

“ Yoga can help manage anxiety, let go of fears, and release stress. Not only are you moving and sweating during a class, but you are going to pause, reflect, and find happiness in the moment that you are in now. Take the time to do something that enhance your wedding day and will make great memories with your besties. I promise you won’t regret it.” - Lindsay Rainey #sweatingforthewedding

Wedding Day Yoga in Point Clear, Alabama with Core Studio

BIOGRAPHY: Lindsay Rainey is RYT 200 certified and the founder of CORE Studio, located in Daphne, Alabama. She has been teaching yoga for over three years and sees the most joy from groups who practice together. She says, “my job as a certified teacher is to find out what works within your body, not to fix a body. Remember you are perfect as you are and sometimes that takes some reminding, which we try and do during all our classes. When I lead a class, I will offer effective sequences and techniques to teach you a new pose, but make sure to cover all the areas of the body from head to toe. It’s the combination of holding poses and moving that creates a therapeutic effect." 

You can learn more about Core Studio on their website where they have their pricing, membership information and class schedule. Lindsay and her staff would love to have you join their classes or help you relax on your wedding day. 

Call Jenna Laine Weddings, LLC today to find out how we can help you coordinate a perfect wedding and your wedding day yoga session! 

Best,

Jenna Laine Weddings, LLC

info@jennalaineweddings.com

251-517-9530