Sean and Kristen's wedding in Cambridge, Ontario

Just about 2 months before our wedding, Sean and I moved into our new home, got a puppy (picked her up the day after we moved) and continued with the final touches on our wedding. We went for a 1920's vintage/eclectic look that fit both of our styles well. My sister, a couple bridesmaids and I spent A LOT of time going to antique markets sourcing glassware for our décor and it was so fun spending quality time with them.While we were sad to have to move our original wedding date - the silver linings were still there. We had more time to plan, to spend time with our bridal party and not stress about timelines so much, and of course - keep our guests and vendors safe. Unfortunately, at the time of our wedding, there were still restrictions on crossing the Canadian border, and with nursing homes in Ontario. While these restrictions had a understandable purpose, it meant that we were still unable to have a majority of my fathers side of the family attend - notably my father, step mother, little sister (who's birthday would have been the day after the wedding), and my grandmother. We set up a livestream so those who couldn't attend could watch the ceremony - and the live streaming service was amazing - but it was still hard getting married without them being there. While restrictions had eased, and vaccinations were high - there were still many people missing from our celebrations.Life has a way of not going exactly to plan - but all in all, our wedding day was amazing. All the vendors were great, the friends and family who were able to make it had a wonderful time, our bridal party were phenomenal, and after 8 years together, Sean and I finally said I Do. All of the little details we planned, all of the organization put into the day and events turned into a memorable day. Even 13 months later, Sean and I still get complemented on our wedding day. We danced until 1 am, didn't get back to the hotel until 3:30am and after being worried about my back and being able to walk the previous year - I am so grateful for that year postponement. It gave me enough time to recover, get stronger, and gave me the opportunity to truly enjoy our wedding day.Life may not go to plan - but it will always provide you with what you need. Sean and I have such amazing family and friends, and our wedding day was one we will always remember <3