Reactions From Friends and Family

February 20th, 2006 by Jennifer

“Did Brett Slip and fall due to the icy conditions or does that somewhat familiar pose have other significance?? If he fell, Brett you spaz. If other…” HOLY SHIT!! Call me!!”
~Renee Petrie, Sister of the Bride
(in response to the photos we sent via text message.)

“I’m pretty sure Brett wants to be in the three musketeers!”
~Carson Petrie, Nephew of the Bride

“Giggle.” “I think Brett asked Jen to Marry Him.”
~Tyler Petrie, Neice of the Bride

“Oh my gosh!” I have tears in my eyes. That is so romantic and wonderful!!! I am soooooo happy for you guys! Tell Brett he did GOOD! Brett has great timing – a historic blizzard as the backdrop – a wonderful story for your kids!”
~Allison Read, Friend of Bride & Groom

“Whoa!!! Congrats! Coming up on my 23rd anniversary this April who said the institution of marriage is dead!? Best wishes for a long, healthy and prosperous life together.”
~Dave Robinson, Friend of Bride and Groom

“I was just trying to compose a suitable response to your hubby’s romantic gesture that has completely screwed up anything we lesser men might do in the future.”
~Denis Hartnett, Brides Favorite Print vendor

“Congratulations to the two of you, this is such wonderful news. We can’t wait to see you… and if you need any help with wedding planning, just let us know. We have had some practice!”
~Troy Ledgerwood, Childhood Friend of the Bride Newly married!!

“Congratulations to both of you. Sounds like you had a great time. This was a great message to receive. We wish you two Best Wishes, Happiness and a Very Long Life Together.”
~Betty and Bill Niemann, Aunt & Uncle of the Bride

“CONGRATS! That’s so awesome! I’m so happy for you guys.”
~Rob Cruiess, Friend of Bride & Groom

“Congratulations on the pending nuptials. It all looked very exciting to me and of course you had a 150 year snow fall in NYC so folks will be reporting the event for many years to come. You said, Yes, but I didn’t notice if you had set a date for the wedding! P.S. Please tell Brett I said he is a lucky guy!!!”
~Tom Pickral, Business Friend of Bride & Groom

“Congratulations guys! That looked like a very romantic proposal.”
~Sam Meyers, Friend of Bride & Groom

“Congrats to a wonderful couple who deserves every happiness! That is fantastic news and a wonderful story! I’m so happy for the two of you. P.S. What’s the ring like!?!?!”
~Meghan Ledgerwood, Friend of the Bride and Groom –Newly Wed to Troy!

“Wow! Congratulations! I’ve got to hand it to Brett, that’s something that takes alot of guts. Keep me posted. Hope you’re travels continue to be joyous and safe. I hear there’s a gigantic blizzard out there.”
~Ben Truscott, Childhood Friend of the Bride

“Do-Do-Do-Doooooo! Oh, my goodness!!!! CONGRATULATIONS! You must be beaming from ear to ear! Thanks for sharing the humorous and sweet story and how great to have a photo of the grand moment (thanks Kevin and Gloria) your kids will LOVE this story! Have fun celebrating! Smiles and hugs!”
~Samia Bovington, Friend of the Bride & Groom

“Congrats to the engaged couple! How very sweet this is! Wow, Times Square billboard… Brett must have connections!”
~Josh & Jenny McKarcher, Friends of the Bride & Groom

That Brett he’s a sly one!! Always got something up his sleve it seems. Congratulations to a great couple!!!!
~Denise M. Hermans-Smith, Massage therapist

“CONGRATULATIONS!!!! WAY TO GO!!! xoxox”
~Kim & Tim Villeneuve, Friends of the Bride & Groom

“Absolutely a wonderful story and I was wondering if I could have Bob add it to our press releases? (just kidding) Congratulation and all the best.. Marriage is a great thing!”
~ Brenda & Bob Hetherton, Business Friend of the Bride

Congrats little lady! I had a feeling that was going to happen sooner rather than later! J, I am very happy for you.
~Jayme Mattson, Friend of the Bride

“Congratulations! We’re so happy for you guys!
~Sharon & Brandon Morgan, College Friends of the Bride

Bridgette and everybody that I’ve been telling about your engagement is very excited for you two and very impressed with the way Brett did it! My mom, sister Piper, my friend Cheri were all gushy about it, especially when they see that adorable picture of the two of you with the snow falling in Times Square…. :)”
~Allison Read, Friend of Bride & Groom

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