Every wedding at Lenzi’s is special, but nothing like the celebration of one of their own. Mike and Sandy Lenzi were more than proud to host along with Kevin & Brenda Richardson, the wedding of their oldest son, Mike Patrick, to his beautiful sweetheart Katie. They wed at St. Michael’s Church down the road, and arrived at the venue ready to celebrate. The evening began with a cocktail hour outside, with the guests enjoying complimentary wine and Hors d’Oeuvres while the wedding party posed for photos. Their bridal party was a display of how much the couple is loved, with twenty-one friends and family members surrounding them on their special day. The bridesmaids were clad in bright pink dresses, with the maid of honor in a lighter pink to signify her significance in the day. They were one shoulder, knee length Grecian dresses, with beautiful twisting flowers as the strap. The groomsmen were handsome in their black tuxes, with pink ties and vests to match the bridesmaids’ colors. Mike Patrick donned a suit matching his groomsmen, with a white tie and vest to match his bride. Katie wore a stunning strapless sweetheart gown, with diamond detail to create an empire waist, and a flowing skirt that combined modern and classic details. Her silky blonde hair was curled in ringlets and held a floor length veil that created a princess-like silhouette. And on her feet, were rhinestone “Jellies” that alluded to her fun and playful nature (even these comfortable shoes didn’t stay on too long- Katie was a barefoot bride dancing her way through the night).
Following the cocktail hour, guests and wedding party members alike made their way inside. Katie and Mike Patrick greeted them all on a red carpet for a receiving line, setting the mood for their Hollywood themed affair. When guests entered the reception hall, they were hit with a room full of black, pink, and Hollywood’s finest. No table numbers for this crowd- guests found themselves sitting at Marilyn Monroe, Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and Audrey Hepburn’s tables, just to name a few. Along with photos of the famous namesake of the table, a variety of tall and short centerpieces added color and fragrance to the room. After the parents of the newlyweds and the bridal party were introduced (some past and future brides and grooms at Lenzi’s), Mike and Katie entered the room and took the floor for their first dance as husband and wife. Elton John provided the music and lyrics as they swayed blissfully to “Your Song.”
Besides the love for each other that was apparent to anyone watching, the love expressed for this couple by their maid of honor and best man were near the top of the list for displays of commitment to one another. Katie’s maid of honor, Kristy, has been her best friend for the last ten years. They met on an obstacle court at parks and recreation which became a metaphor for their friendship, preparing them for the ups, downs, and steep hills they would be conquering to make them not only friends, but more like sisters. No words rang more true than Kristy stating that every woman should be so lucky to have a man look at them the way Mike Patrick looks at Katie. Mike Patrick’s brother and best man, Mike Jr., debated taking the serious, funny, or loving route with his speech, and decided on a combination of the three. Opening with a line that had the guests in stitches, he went on to welcome Katie into the family (amid reading off his grocery list) and saying he’s never seen his brother as happy as he is today.
Dinner was served following the speeches, with a Hubbardston salad as the first course. Guests then had a choice between Filet Mignon or Herb Crusted Chicken Breast accompanied by a whipped Duchess potato, asparagus, Roma tomatoes, and a stuffed mushroom; the vegetarian meal was a wonderful pasta primavera. Following dinner, Katie took to the dance floor with her father for a beautiful rendition of “Somewhere over the Rainbow.” There wasn’t a dry eye in the room as they waltzed together holding on tight. Mike Patrick and Sandy took the floor next, with mother and son dancing to the tune of The Beatles, “In My Life.” Classic slow dancing evolved into a dance that was much more descriptive of the mother/son relationship. The couple completed the round of rituals with cutting their cake; white frosting with fresh pink flowers and black accents as the details. They fed each other bites of the heath bar cake, and kissed for the hundredth time of the day. From that moment on, every inch of the dance floor was occupied- so much so that a few tables were moved back a bit to allow for the guests to enjoy the night. With a photo booth outside to make memories, and a screen displaying the messages of love and good wishes sent by text to the bride and groom, the night was one for the record books. With the tossing of the bouquet and garter to seal the evening, every tradition was honored, including cigars provided in the tent outside for the men. The bridal party, guests, and newlyweds didn’t leave the dance floor for long, enjoying each other’s company, and sharing in Katie and Mike Patrick’s happiness.
This wedding was a first for Lenzi’s Catering; marrying off one of our own. Katie and Mike Patrick, we couldn’t wish you more joy and love. Continue making each other smile, and never stop looking at each other the way you do today. We love you and wish you lifetime of happiness.
