On Saturday, May 26, my little cousin Brooke married her boyfriend of 10 years Austin Bennett. (They were 12 when they started dating…isn’t that sweet?!) If you know my family, you know we like any reason to have a party (and cake), so this wedding has been a huge deal for us. My grandparents have 4 grandkids and we are all 4 so close. We’re like siblings. Now 3 out of the 4 are married…only one to go…
The morning before the wedding, Mom, Grandmother and I hosted the bridesmaids brunch at the Stoneleigh Hotel in Dallas.
Casey (Brandon’s wife…who I love!!!), Mom and Me
Casey, Grandmother, Brooke and Me
That night, we had the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. Me and Casey
Sean and Brandon
The day of the wedding! The sweet flower girl Kensington!!
My mom did her hair…thank you Pinterest for ideas :). That’s all her hair…no hair piece.
Bridesmaid Mama (who needs to get dressed) and Flower Girl
The ceremony and reception were at The City Club in downtown Dallas. Dad (who officiated), me and Sean.
Love him!
Love him too!
My kids danced and danced and danced. They loved the reception!
Casey and Brandon
The 4 grandkids (and Austin)
I’m so proud of my sweet cousin Brooke! (Who now gets to be Brooke Bennett instead of Brooke Higginbotham…reason enough right there to marry the boy!)
Come on mom, let’s dance.
I had 4 pieces. Yes. You read that correctly.
Trouble. That’s all I have to say. These two are trouble. Blue eyes, dimples…ladies, watch out.
The 4 Shulls danced the night away.
I didn’t have any pictures from the ceremony because I was in the wedding. However, my kids did so great!! Smith was precious standing next to Papa Jay, the officiant, and Kensington was the sweetest little flower girl. Such a blessed day for our family!
Erin @ Sassin' Southern Style says
She is one of the most beautiful brides I have EVER seen. Seriously. Y'all all look great, though! Looks like a fun time! =)
Ashley says
You look absolutely beautiful sweet friend and so did your cousin!
Anonymous says
What a beautiful family you have! I love the bridesmaid dress too. It's so elegant that you could wear it again. Here's to hoping that Sean is the final one chosen by Emily. If not, it's obvious he is a great guy and will have no problem finding someone after the show!! 🙂
TEAMSEAN
brandonandmandycox says
Beautiful wedding – you crack me up, Shay – "only one more to go…" ahhhhhhhhh the suspense is killing me!!
Randi Jo :) says
Love the blog – what sweet pictures. My kiddos are gonna be in my brother's wedding in July – can't wait (but nervous too! lol a 5 and a 2 year old!) Godblessyall – Randi 🙂
Jessi says
My best friend got married on Saturday too!! I really think your brother is such a nice guy on the Bachelorette! I don't know if he wins or not but if he doesn't I would love to meet him! I'm on twitter dreamerprjessi I'm going to be 23
Kelsey says
Like others, I too found your blog a few weeks ago because of your brother. I am enjoying reading about your family! It sounds like this was a fun weekend for you all.
So impressed with everything about Sean on the show tonight. It sounds like you have a very special family. I'm rooting for him! (And if it doesn't work out with Emily, I may have to consider moving down a few states! Ha! :))
rackersfamily says
K & S look adorable all dressed up!!
(so do you and Andrew) 😉
Anonymous says
Your cousin is absolutely gorgeous – just stunning!!!
Sarah from Kansas City, MO