The Meet Cute : A true high school sweetheart story . The couple met as teens through mutual friends , and in typical high school fashion , they loaded up into cars and headed to the local drive-in movie theater for a double feature . As romantic as it gets , the couple shared their first kiss atop the car under the stars on a beautiful summer night .
The Engagement : On a weekend trip to Portsmouth , NH , filled with good food , drinks and kayaking , they went for a walk in the evening . As the sun was crossing the horizon , Tom dropped to one knee and popped the question . “ It was a definite yes !” Sophie recalls .
The Little Things : These two didn ’ t let their parents ’ support go unnoticed . Sophie bought each of her parents a customized gift : Her mother was given a handkerchief , and her father a tie , both with personalized embroidery . The gifts were simple but given in appreciation of their support , not only with the wedding process , but as well as in Sophie ’ s life leading up to that moment .
The Wedding Party : Sophie was lucky enough to be surounded by her closest friends on her special day . Her best friend , David , happily joined her other friends and sister in the bridal party .
The Details : In the lounge area of the Warwick Country Club , the couple placed a Polaroid camera and a frame for guests to take pictures in place of a guest book . A wonderful way to remember the day , the frame of the hundred-plus pictures hangs in their living room .
The Highlights : Aquidneck Island isn ' t the only spot for a beautiful backdrop . “ The ceremony site with the Narragansett Bay in the background gave us some breathtaking photos that we love to look back on ,” Sophie says . “ The guests and ourselves enjoyed the outdoor deck and field all throughout the night .”
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