Venue: The Surf Hotel. Buena Vista Colorado
Officiant: Phil Gallagher
Hair/Makeup: Kim J Beauty
Photography: Diana Coulter Photography
How did you two meet?
Brooks & Chantal officially met for the first time while working together at Aliso Viejo Country Club in Aliso Viejo, CA when Chantal got a new job there in August, 2017. Brooks was working as the Golf Shop Manager & Golf Pro and Chantal as the Private Event & Tournament Director. It wasn't until a Manager's outing at Improv in Irvine, CA on October 5, 2017 that Brooks actually worked up the courage to talk to her. They both knew pretty much immediately that this was something special and they've spoken or seen each other every day since then!
What was your favorite memory from your wedding day?
Chantal says the First Look was the best part of the day! I just wanted to see him and spend the day along side him so getting to this point was the highlight of my whole day!
Brooks says his best memories are spending the day with our closest friends & family and the reality of signing the marriage license. Another bonus memory was seeing Chantal walk down the aisle.
Do you have any advice for future couples as they plan their wedding?
HIRE A PLANNER (and videographer). There are ways to save money when planning, but you have to remember how valuable your own time is and don’t underestimate the ability to go back and watch your wedding day. Photos are great, but you’ll never remember every single thing that was said or every moment from the day. These are two places people tend to skip thinking they don’t need, but really they are two of the most necessary things!
Where did you go on your honeymoon?
We went to Jackson, WY at the end of March. We love winter and had an amazing winter getaway. We went on a dog sledding adventure through the Continental Divide, spent an entire day out snowmobiling in the Grand Tetons, went on a sleigh ride through an elk refuge, enjoyed the local historical society museum, watched a part of the World Championship Snowmobile Hill Climb and spent our evenings eating out at fabulous restaurants and relaxing in the hot tub. Highly recommend! Some of our favorite restaurants were Blue Lion, Local, Snake River Grill, & Glorietta Trattoria.