Pond House Cafe Hartford, Connecticut Wedding | Rachel & Harrison
From the first moment I met these two their genuineness and ability to truly have fun together was infectious.
Maybe it’s in part because they’ve known each practically since birth, but they are so comfortably themselves with each other. After sporadically keeping in touch over the years, Rachel tells the story of them reconnecting when they happened to be at the same restaurant one night and Harrison made a funny face at her from across the room - the more time I spent with them the more I realized that this interaction is so them.
I would also like to mention another beautiful part of their story that I think made their wedding day even more intimate and precious. Harrison serves with the United States Air Force (thank you for your service, Harrison!) and he and Rachel have had several seasons of time apart in their relationship. The more I think about it, watching the two of them together there’s really no other way to put it (sorry for the cliché) but they’ve absolutely found home in each other. From short visits and moves around the country, they’ve stood by one another. Watching them embrace is like getting a little window into the immense comfort and safe space they’ve created together.
I’m not crying, you’re crying.
Nope, actually, I was definitely crying. Especially watching Harrison’s reaction to Rachel walking down the aisle and then when they literally did a little *completely* adorable jump together in the first few moments after sealing their union with a kiss.
SO. Rachel and Harrison, thank you for trusting me with your true selves. For letting me get to know you individually and together. For laughing with me and honestly, for your friendship. I could not be happier for you both and I’m anxiously awaiting your move back to the East Coast. I call dibs on an immediate dinner party and snuggles with your sweet pup, Mavis. Deal?
CREATIVE TEAM
Venue | Pond House Cafe
Florals | Lily & Vine
Catering | Pond House Cafe
Cake | Creative Cakes by Donna
DJ | Harry Gambardella - HG Entertainment
Hair & Makeup | Roshambo Hair Studio
Bridal Gown | Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon
Bridesmaid’s Gowns | Sorella Vita
Bride’s Shoes | Keds - Kate Spade
Jewelry & Rings | Hatfield & Co. Jewelers
Groom’s Suit & Shoes | United State Air Force Uniform
Invitations | Minted
Cora is a wedding photographer based near Mystic, Connecticut, photographing love stories throughout New England (and beyond). Cora is a wife, mom and photographer and finds joy in relationships - with her husband, her daughter, family, friends, and couples. Her photographic style emphasizes warmth and romance experienced by genuine people in classic New England places. When on the road or in the air you will likely find her exploring Boston, Massachusetts; New Haven, Connecticut; Block Island, Rhode Island; Hudson Valley, New York; or New York City, New York. Learn More