Upfront confession: Amanda is one of my best friends, and I was super-excited for this day!

Amanda possesses the most beautiful, sweet soul, and I remember when she first started talking to Donnie. She was so into his tenderness. They quickly hit it off and before we knew it, they were engaged and planning a quick little backyard elopement.

Enter: Amanda’s mom, Carol. Oh-my-gosh, Carol is the absolute best. She put together a darling backyard ceremony for her daughter and son-in-law-to-be.