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A Casual, Waterfront Wedding at the Lincoln Hills Golf Club in Ludington, Michigan

After their parents introduced them in 2007, Chris (29 and a mental health assistant) and Megan (24 and a registered nurse) began dating while Chris w

After their parents introduced them in 2007, Chris (29 and a mental health assistant) and Megan (24 and a registered nurse) began dating while Chris worked at the local marina -- the same place where the bride's parents docked their boat! "The proposal later happened on the Hamlin Lake dock," Megan explains. "He had both of our families there so they could all watch and be a part of the experience." For their September waterfront wedding, the couple exchanged vows on a deck overlooking the lake and later celebrated at the Lincoln Hills Golf Club. "We chose this location because Hamlin Lake is the place where our relationship grew," the bride explains. "We had the greatest time and enjoyed every moment of our day -- we were just so happy to be getting married!"

White Lace Maggie Sottero Wedding Dress
Each of the bridesmaids wore a Dessy convertible dress in teal.
The groomsmen paired their Tommy Bahama pants with fun, navy socks and blue shoes.
The bride added a beaded belt to her Maggie Sotttero dress for a sweet, personalized touch.
White and Blue Corsage
"We chose this location because Hamlin Lake is the place where our relationship grew," the bride explains.
The couple exchanged vows overlooking Hamlin Lake in Ludington.
Turquoise and White Reception Decor
The couple served up a simple, buttercream carrot cake topped with white roses.
White rose cake flowers topper their two-tier buttercream carrot cake.
The bride and groom posed for sunset photos after saying "I do."