Rebecca and Travis First Dance

Saturday December 20th, 2008 I had the distinct pleasure of performing for Becca and Travis Steinbrecher. What a beautiful couple. The reception was held at the Kingsford Armory with a Christmas theme complete with tree bows as centerpieces on their tables.

Becca, Travis and I met approximately six weeks before their reception to plan all of the details and ensure we had enough time to put everything together during the holiday season. Cocktail hour began at 4:30pm with a mix of holiday music. Becca and Travis arrived off of the bus with their bridal party at which time we began our personalized introductions for the bridal party. My new way of performing this really provides for a nice photo opportunity for the photographer and guests that evening. Travis and Becca were introduced to the chorus of “Check Yes Or No” by George Strait as it fit them to a “T”.

After introductions we had our cake cutting ceremony followed by a moment of silence for an usher who was with us in spirit that night. Becca thanked all of their guests for coming and we were off to dinner. The second part of the evening kicked off with Becca and Travis’s Love Story…which I have to say was one of the most beautiful ones I have told to date. Becca and Travis then shared their first dance as husband and wife with their guests.

Karl and Rebecca Father Daughter Dance

What followed next was truly touching. Becca and I got together in Marquette in early December to make a custom recording for her dance with her father Karl. The song she selected for that moment was Butterfly Kisses by Bob Carlisle. It was a beautifully created piece that I know they both enjoyed.

The rest of the evening was quite fun with everyone enjoying the night. We even created a fun send-off “on the fly” for Becca and Travis as they decided that night to leave the reception about 20 minutes early. All of their guests said goodbye as they ran through the middle of them and we ended their party on a high note. Thanks Becca and Travis for allowing me to be a part of your special day. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you both.

Mitch, Becca and Travis

Next up for me, OSF St. Francis Hospital and Medical Group Christmas Party and then a very elegant affair for Kristina Santini and Wayne Fredrickson in Iron Mountain. Stay tuned.