Over the course of an October weekend, Andrea and Dedrick brought their two families together in the breathtakingly beautiful Smoky Mountains of Tennessee for a family-centric wedding. Keeping the event low-key, Andrea's dress was a sample-sale gown, Dedrick's attire was from a department store, a family friend officiated, and, oh yes, Dedrick's childhood friend made all the food (kick-ass behind-the-scenes photo of the man in action in the kitchen). But, to be honest, it's the presence of the kids that make this wedding what it is. They're dancing, they're laughing, and maybe they're crying a bit too? That's it ... it's all over.

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Photography: Bri McDaniel Photography * Second shooter: Amie Brink Photography * Venue: Smoky Mountain Retreat