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You could do a 1st look of Lydia seeing Trace and him being blindfolded so he gets the 1st look coming down the isle and you still get before wedding photos together
Regarding the first look vs. seeing each other for the first time as you walk down the isle…. I struggled with this and eventually settled on walking down the isle to him ALONE before the wedding. So we have the specific moment of walking for the isle in the church but it was just the two of us (plus photographer). It was probably my favorite moment. I don’t regret it.
Really miss Bringing up Bates, I’ve watched from the beginning. So glad that many of you have RUclips channels so there’s the opportunity to follow along as the family grows. 👍❤️
me and my husband did our “first look” when i came down the aisle and i wouldn’t change it for anything loved the pictures of his reaction!! but either way will be special!!
Sparkler Caution…several years ago my cousin was a bridesmaid in a wedding. Their hair had been styled and sprayed with hairspray, they all had sparklers sending the bride and groom off…sparks from one of the sparklers set her hair on fire and she received major burns and had to be hospitalized. Just and FYI. I enjoy your videos..and sending a lifetime of best wishes and blessings to you both.
Lydia is going too be one Stunning Bride!! I wish the very best for you guys, like Trace’s Mom said put God first and everything else will fall right into place..
You two are so adorable! I can’t believe you are old enough to get married, Trace! I’ve been following your family since you were little! Congratulations!!
At my wedding 14 years ago my husband saw me for the 1st time walking down the aisle and I didn’t get to see his reaction liked I hoped because so much is going on. So if I could have a do over I would do the first look and share that moment with my husband and capture it on camera all as well. 💖
We did a first look. My husband stood in the front of the church, and I walked down the aisle to him for our first look. Photographer got lots of pics. It was the best!
Lydia is so cute, I love how she waggles her eyebrows! I love how Trace says Idear just like his mom ( for ideas), mama b has so much wisdom! I loved what she shared at Lydia‘s bridal shower
Just walk down the aisle by yourself, Lydia, to Trace for your first look. That way Trace gets that moment and you get photos too! Can't wait for more wedding content.
💖💖💖Amen sister! Mama Bates gave a Really Good Word. If everyone is content in Christ, we wouldn't have anything to argue about. She gets it....just love her!!
Just a suggestion: Guy Fieri from Food Network spent probably a month in The Big Island in Hawaii. He LITERALLY went everywhere and did EVERYTHING!!!! It was soo cool because he went to many places off the beaten path. One of the neatest places he visited was a pineapple farm!!!! Maybe this will help you in planning your days!
You both are so precious in God’s sight. All the love and kindness just shows in your communication skills and movements. This is going to be a very blessed Union 💕💕
I am so excited for you both, I am really happy to hear the wedding video will be up as soon as possible, also I think it is so much more special to see the bride the first time while walking down the isle, I also think that if it is a Big wedding the time for pictures will be ok, because it will take time for all the guest to arrive to the reception, on your honeymoon you could do para sailing , horseback riding, and don’t forget a Luau.
Before you know it, it will be your wedding day! This is all so exciting! My hubby and I will be celebrating our 47th wedding anniversary in September. We keep saying that we don't know where all those years went! Time flies, for sure. I know that you will always keep Christ as an important member of your family. This will make such a bright light in your lives. You will love Hawaii for your honeymoon. Make time to go to see the Arizona Memorial. It is very touching an emotional, but it's a must see. I prayed for those heroes that were killed there at Pearl Harbor for quite a while, and I noticed all of the other tourists were praying, as well. Enjoy making all these memories together as you approach your wedding day, your honeymoon, and your lifetime together. As senior citizens someday, you will appreciate the effort you made to remember your blessed memories. Praying for you both and your future together.....
I went to both Oahu and Kaui, one week on each island. I was at a timeshare which was so fun! Kaui was amazing; gorgeous hikes! Oahu's ocean was so wild. I would not go into the water, but it was beautiful. Yes, as Lydia said, it is so relaxing and peaceful. During the day, it had a rain shower and a rainbow, and it was beautiful. Very clean compared to Los Angeles! Downtown Oahu was so clean, that I couldn't get over it.
💖💖💖Congratulations and God Bless you both! Such a Beautiful and kind couple...Looking forward to seeing the wedding honeymoon and also updates on your new home. Trace you do such a Great job talking on these. I remember that cute little shy boy on Bringing up Bates (Miss seeing the whole family every week), so thank you for continuing to share your journey. You found a very Beautiful and Sweet young lady and I hope all the best for you two.
My husband and I went to Maui for our honeymoon. It was amazing! We went parasailing, snorkeling and even got to swim with dolphins! One of our favorite things was going to an authentic Hawaiian Luau. Highly recommend. ❤️
I went to Hawaii on my honeymoon as well, 34 years ago. I also agree with L L and recommend going to a luau. II you're going to Maui do the Road to Hana.
First look is the best! Gives some alone time with less pressure and the moment down the aisle is still special but makes it less nerve wracking I feel!
I lived in Hawaii for 4 years …Big Island and Oahu! I can definitely let you know the best places. Which islands are you visiting? Some of my all time favorites were swimming with pods of wild dolphins, going skiing and surfing the same day, manta ray night diving, north shore… etc.
We did a first look and are so happy we did! It was great for pictures (more time to take photos before all the tears and we could spend more time taking pictures with family and friends), and I got to see my husband’s reaction and really soak it in. Walking down the aisle was still special in its own right, but I recommend doing a first look!
This is why I thank some of the Bates kids for having RUclips channels because their main show is cancelled. Still upset about it. Thanks for letting us into your lives Trace and Lydia. I hope y’all have the greatest wedding! God bless you.
Honeymoon destination sounds great🏝. Awesome speech from Mama B, including honoring your parents Lydia. Very blessed with gifts🎁. The little boy ripping off gift paper and helping was such a cutie, good of you to let him help Lydia.
My daughters wedding day was a first look. There were 9 bridesmaids and 9 groomsmen and parents. It was such a sweet moment and the pictures are beautiful.
My daughter recently got married, they did a beautiful moment where they both stood on the corner of a building and held hands and exchanged gifts, but they couldn’t see each-other. The photos of this moment are spectacular! The anticipation and excitement was kept for the aisle are just beautiful! Best of both worlds. The photos and video of my son in law seeing her for the first time walking down the aisle.
First Look. My husband did the first look. It makes great pictures and the look on my husbands face was priceless. Also you can get the photos done before the ceremony.
Ahh this is so exciting! My fiancé and I are getting married the same day as you and our honeymoon is in Puerto Rico! Such an exciting time for all of us 😁
We went to Kauai. A MUST do, is the tubing ride down the irrigation ditches, thru tunnels !! Then we did a self guided Kayak/Hike trip up the Wailua River, to the Secret falls. Have to swim behind the waterfall, also the sunset catamaran ride up the NāPali coast was AMAZING. Kauai is the Garden Island. My favorite island.
Thanks for the wedding update and loved seeing a bit of the bridal shower with both sweet mamas. Great advice from miss kelly. God bless you guys as you get married and start your lives together. Watching from toronto. 👍Ps love your dads sernons and old hymns i watch online.
So happy for you both! Hawaii is a great place! I went there for college spring break back in 2011 - lots to do - there is kayaking, diamond volcano tour,etc. You can do a tour of the island. Not sure if they still take smart card where you can load up a card and do multiple activities in one day.
9:34 - Lydia coming into the wedding on a boat. I had 2 imagines at the same time. One is Lydia standing on the boat in her dress, looking gorgeous! Then my other imagine was them going to each other in the boat while “Running Bear” was playing in the background!!! xoxo
I much prefer no first look and walking down the aisle.. but each to their own and your special day will be yours and yours alone however it plays out! Congratulations!
I love your videos you both show so much grace and humbleness in your everyday life thank you for being an example to others just in your everyday life
The first look is a very intimate time alone(for the most part) together to pray and just reflect. Yes it's a great way to get photos with just you both together. And it doesn't take away from the walk down the isle. My husband and I had a first look(it went horrible because he was with his groomsmen and they told him not to look so it ruined it!) So make sure youre for sure alone!
We did a first look, and it was THE best decision. It was the best part of our day (besides actually getting married), because we read our personal vows to each other during our first look. It was incredibly special.
Some ideas for your honeymoon: Drive the road to Hanna on Maui, bicycle down the big volcano, snorkeling, helicopter tour, if you go to Kauai an ATV tour, enjoy the beaches❤️
I went to Maui and I would definitely recommend going parasailing. Also you have to go to a luau, they’re so fun! I’ve also heard “the road to Hana” is really cool. And watching the sunrise at the top of Haleakala would be amazing. Have so much fun! 🌊☀️🏝🌺
Gotta go snorkeling in Hawaii! We rented our own snorkel gear for the time we were there and would just drive to all the different beaches and do our own snorkeling. So much fun!
I’m so happy for Trace and Lydia such a sweet beautiful couple thanks for taking the time to film this question and answer video and answering the wonderful questions y’all were asked
I’m so excited for you both your such a sweet couple. I pray for you to have a sunny beautiful day! Looking forward to seeing it all! God Bless with much gratitude. Love from the prairies in 🇨🇦💕
Trace, We met you when we were at your father's church. I am a pastor as well. I was so glad to meet your parents and many of your siblings. We love the smoky mountains and we visit your church when we are there. We are so happy that the Lord has brought you two together. I know that the Lord has wonderful things in store. Keep Christ the center of your marriage and your lives. So happy for you both. May the Lord richly bless you. You make a great couple.
Even if the photographer likes the first look (or anything) you really need to stand your ground on what you want. I personally love to see the groom’s reaction when the bride walks down the aisle. Either way is special 😊💜
I say no to the first look. It is more exciting when the groom sees the bride for the first time when she appears at the back of the church with the music playing! 😀🎉
Some people like first look because they feel they are less nervous. My daughter waited until she walked down the aisle, and her groom was emotional. I think it’s bride’s choice. Fun entrances are nice. We used antique pick ups.
Went to Hawaii in June & we did a snorkeling with dolphins in Honolulu, it was on Makaha Beach. We signed up at an excursion store on Waikiki Beach, and it was so amazing! A huge highlight from our trip!
If you are going to Kauai or Maui here are some of the things we did. We spent 1 week in Kauai where we took a helicopter ride and saw many beautiful waterfalls, boat ride, snorkeling (the water is so pretty) . At one end of the island is the rainforest (where we stayed) and the other end is like going to the Grand Canyon. Take a hike to the Grotto where many weddings are performed or hike in the canyon. Go see a luau they are fun and the pig roast is great, the show is awesome. The best restaurant we ate at was the Princeville Hotel located on the rainforest side, beautiful views and delicious food. It is a little pricey but worth it. The 2nd week we stayed in Maui. There is lots to do there too. We took a submarine down to the bottom of the ocean and saw some fish wasn’t as great as I’d hoped but still worth it cause you don’t know what you’ll see. Went sailing on the ocean and that was a really exciting experience but well worth it. You should take either a tour through Hana or rent a 4-wheel vehicle the road is rough and narrow in some spots but the views are breathtaking. There are many pineapple stands as you drive around Maui, stop and buy some pineapple the locals will love you. There is a pineapple plantation that is worth seeing. Also don’t miss the black beach and the black lava rocks. We did a luau here too. It was a little different from Kauai’s luau. You can take a helicopter ride over a volcano that hasn’t been active in over a hundred years. I don’t remember the name of the restaurant in Maui we ate at but it was a seafood restaurant along the coastline with a beautiful sunset over the ocean while we ate on the open lanai. Our last part of our trip was in Honolulu where we visited Pearl Harbor. Beautiful memorial but sad also. Whatever you do I’m sure you will have great memories to look back on. May God bless your future life together.
It doesn’t really matter, but I definitely think you should save the first look for when Lydia is walking down the isle… it makes that moment so much more climactic and special! But of course, it’s your weddin, do whatever you want 😅
I haven't watched yet ( I like to read comments first) so Idk if you are having a reception after the wedding. Ig you are I recommend someone fix y'all a plate of food ( closer to the end unless you are having it catered and everyone eats at the same time ) because the wedding couple usually get all caught up in mingling and talking with everyone, that they don't take time to eat. Then when they leave they're hungry after.
ideas to do in Hawaii - if you are On Oahu island you need to experience Polynesian Cultural Center - it so worth the money and time and you learn about the different cultures that is Hawaiian. Also explore the North Shore as its very different than the south portion of Honolulu. If you plan to go to Maui - need to experience the drive to Hana as it's very different climates. If you go to the Big Island you need to check out the lava near Kona.
My daughters went to Hawaii a few years ago. They said that visiting Pearl Harbor, going to the Polynesian Cultural Center and climbing Diamond Head were must sees!
I loved what Trace's mom shared about contentment at the wedding shower. Got tears. Been married 48 years and that is just so true what she said. God Bless You both as you enter into marriage.
If you’re going to Maui, make sure to eat at Mama’s fish house (must make reservations 90 days in advance or u probably won’t get in). Biking down the volcano, sunrise at the volcano, road to Hana, and snorkeling/snuba to Molokini / turtle town are all amazing!
On the Big Island go night snorkeling with Manta Rays - in January we went with the company Sea Paradise and it was such a phenomenal experience! Also visit the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and make dinner reservations (after sunset) at the Volcano House (you can even stay the night there) to see the lava glow! On the island of Oahu visit the north shore - it's amazing up there. And go to Tuo Luau. It's a family run luau in the heart of Waimea valley. Tickets to the luau give you entrance to Waimea Valley and after a paved path hike, you come to a beautiful waterfall where you can swim in the waterfall! I highly recommend doing both of those in one day.
Hawaii is the best! I went to Oahu, Maui, and the Big Island a couple of years ago and it was so beautiful. Pearl Harbor was so neat to see, and you def have to eat malasadas! Maui is my FAVORITE though. Go on the road to Hana!! And if you want, try and do a day pass if they have it at the Grand Wailea. Tons of water slides and pools, and you for sure have to splurge on a spa treatment. It’s one of the best spas in the world. Can’t wait to go there with my husband some time-we went to Punta Cana on our honeymoon last year :) Also if you’re changing your name Lydia, do misstomrs or miss now mrs (can’t remember). So easy! Worth the money :)
I visited Kawaii and it’s gorgeous. Be careful of the sun! Pre-tan if you can. Yeah, yeah, tan bad - but there’s no way to avoid the sun there and you don’t wanna burn to a crisp day 1. Luau nights are a must. They’re a wee bit cheesy most of the time and expensive but come on, you’re in Hawaii
Stayed at the Hilton in Honolulu and booked a dinner cruise, luau and rented mopeds (but watch for the city buses...they do not watch for mopeds)...concierge had so many great ideas and things for couples...check with the conceirge...God bless you guys...beautiful couple and family
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You could do a 1st look of Lydia seeing Trace and him being blindfolded so he gets the 1st look coming down the isle and you still get before wedding photos together
Regarding the first look vs. seeing each other for the first time as you walk down the isle…. I struggled with this and eventually settled on walking down the isle to him ALONE before the wedding. So we have the specific moment of walking for the isle in the church but it was just the two of us (plus photographer). It was probably my favorite moment. I don’t regret it.
Oh that is such a wonderful idea! I will have to see if Trace would like that!
Really miss Bringing up Bates, I’ve watched from the beginning. So glad that many of you have RUclips channels so there’s the opportunity to follow along as the family grows. 👍❤️
me and my husband did our “first look” when i came down the aisle and i wouldn’t change it for anything loved the pictures of his reaction!! but either way will be special!!
Sparkler Caution…several years ago my cousin was a bridesmaid in a wedding. Their hair had been styled and sprayed with hairspray, they all had sparklers sending the bride and groom off…sparks from one of the sparklers set her hair on fire and she received major burns and had to be hospitalized. Just and FYI.
I enjoy your videos..and sending a lifetime of best wishes and blessings to you both.
Lydia is going too be one Stunning Bride!! I wish the very best for you guys, like Trace’s Mom said put God first and everything else will fall right into place..
One of my favorite parts of a wedding is watching the groom see the bride for the first time.
You two are so adorable! I can’t believe you are old enough to get married, Trace! I’ve been following your family since you were little! Congratulations!!
Me & my husband did a first look. We loved it cause it helped get the bulk of our photos out of the way so we could go enjoy our reception!
The helicopter ride on Kauai over the canyon, beach and waterfalls is amazing!
At my wedding 14 years ago my husband saw me for the 1st time walking down the aisle and I didn’t get to see his reaction liked I hoped because so much is going on. So if I could have a do over I would do the first look and share that moment with my husband and capture it on camera all as well. 💖
We did a first look. My husband stood in the front of the church, and I walked down the aisle to him for our first look. Photographer got lots of pics. It was the best!
Lydia is so cute, I love how she waggles her eyebrows! I love how Trace says Idear just like his mom ( for ideas), mama b has so much wisdom! I loved what she shared at Lydia‘s bridal shower
Just walk down the aisle by yourself, Lydia, to Trace for your first look. That way Trace gets that moment and you get photos too! Can't wait for more wedding content.
thank you for sharing so much with us!! Listening to Mama Bates speak is my favorite I loved that clip of her!! Bless all of you!! 🤍
Wish your parents had a channel miss the whole family..... can't wait to watch yall on your journey....
💖💖💖Amen sister! Mama Bates gave a Really Good Word. If everyone is content in Christ, we wouldn't have anything to argue about. She gets it....just love her!!
I think it’s great for the groom to be surprised when the bride enters on her dads arm, but y’all raise good points on why to do first look
Just a suggestion: Guy Fieri from Food Network spent probably a month in The Big Island in Hawaii. He LITERALLY went everywhere and did EVERYTHING!!!! It was soo cool because he went to many places off the beaten path. One of the neatest places he visited was a pineapple farm!!!! Maybe this will help you in planning your days!
I hope you can see the Hilo side. Rainforests, Kilauea, amazing! The drive is killer but so worth it.
Got to the Big Island and meet Dog the Bounty Hunter. He is a very Christian Man also.
I know Guy! I definitely recommend Big Island … I still crave this poke bowl from a restaurant there and also miss my Kona coffee from Green Flash.
You both are so precious in God’s sight. All the love and kindness just shows in your communication skills and movements. This is going to be a very blessed Union 💕💕
I am so excited for you both, I am really happy to hear the wedding video will be up as soon as possible, also I think it is so much more special to see the bride the first time while walking down the isle, I also think that if it is a Big wedding the time for pictures will be ok, because it will take time for all the guest to arrive to the reception, on your honeymoon you could do para sailing , horseback riding, and don’t forget a Luau.
Before you know it, it will be your wedding day! This is all so exciting! My hubby and I will be celebrating our 47th wedding anniversary in September. We keep saying that we don't know where all those years went! Time flies, for sure. I know that you will always keep Christ as an important member of your family. This will make such a bright light in your lives. You will love Hawaii for your honeymoon. Make time to go to see the Arizona Memorial. It is very touching an emotional, but it's a must see. I prayed for those heroes that were killed there at Pearl Harbor for quite a while, and I noticed all of the other tourists were praying, as well. Enjoy making all these memories together as you approach your wedding day, your honeymoon, and your lifetime together. As senior citizens someday, you will appreciate the effort you made to remember your blessed memories. Praying for you both and your future together.....
I loved what Mama B said about contentment and godliness, thank you for sharing that with us.
Agreed 💯
I went to both Oahu and Kaui, one week on each island. I was at a timeshare which was so fun! Kaui was amazing; gorgeous hikes! Oahu's ocean was so wild. I would not go into the water, but it was beautiful. Yes, as Lydia said, it is so relaxing and peaceful. During the day, it had a rain shower and a rainbow, and it was beautiful. Very clean compared to Los Angeles! Downtown Oahu was so clean, that I couldn't get over it.
Thanks for sharing Momma Bates' words of wisdom from the Lord. Blessings on your engagement and wedding!
💖💖💖Congratulations and God Bless you both! Such a Beautiful and kind couple...Looking forward to seeing the wedding honeymoon and also updates on your new home. Trace you do such a Great job talking on these. I remember that cute little shy boy on Bringing up Bates (Miss seeing the whole family every week), so thank you for continuing to share your journey. You found a very Beautiful and Sweet young lady and I hope all the best for you two.
Me too, I remember him being super shy. He's really opened up and came out of his shell.
My husband and I went to Maui for our honeymoon. It was amazing! We went parasailing, snorkeling and even got to swim with dolphins! One of our favorite things was going to an authentic Hawaiian Luau. Highly recommend. ❤️
I went to Hawaii on my honeymoon as well, 34 years ago. I also agree with L L and recommend going to a luau. II you're going to Maui do the Road to Hana.
@@margaretcobb2829 Yes! I forgot about the Road to Hana! Great recommendation.
Waited to the moment of walking down the aisle! I love letting everyone see the grooms face. It's a priceless moment to me 🥰
First look is the best! Gives some alone time with less pressure and the moment down the aisle is still special but makes it less nerve wracking I feel!
I lived in Hawaii for 4 years …Big Island and Oahu! I can definitely let you know the best places. Which islands are you visiting?
Some of my all time favorites were swimming with pods of wild dolphins, going skiing and surfing the same day, manta ray night diving, north shore… etc.
Love you guys ❤️ Can’t wait to see your wedding, Y’all are just beautiful souls May GOD bless and keep you ❤️
We did a first look and are so happy we did! It was great for pictures (more time to take photos before all the tears and we could spend more time taking pictures with family and friends), and I got to see my husband’s reaction and really soak it in. Walking down the aisle was still special in its own right, but I recommend doing a first look!
Aww that sounds so special! As a photographer I have never met a couple that regretted doing a first look🥰
This is why I thank some of the Bates kids for having RUclips channels because their main show is cancelled. Still upset about it. Thanks for letting us into your lives Trace and Lydia. I hope y’all have the greatest wedding! God bless you.
Honeymoon destination sounds great🏝. Awesome speech from Mama B, including honoring your parents Lydia. Very blessed with gifts🎁. The little boy ripping off gift paper and helping was such a cutie, good of you to let him help Lydia.
My daughters wedding day was a first look. There were 9 bridesmaids and 9 groomsmen and parents. It was such a sweet moment and the pictures are beautiful.
Love the idea of the first look and pics before the wedding! The day goes by so fast as it is…great idea to visit with family and friends!
My daughter recently got married, they did a beautiful moment where they both stood on the corner of a building and held hands and exchanged gifts, but they couldn’t see each-other.
The photos of this moment are spectacular!
The anticipation and excitement was kept for the aisle are just beautiful!
Best of both worlds.
The photos and video of my son in law seeing her for the first time walking down the aisle.
So excited for u both! We did a 1st look and that was a very special intimate time.
First Look. My husband did the first look. It makes great pictures and the look on my husbands face was priceless. Also you can get the photos done before the ceremony.
Ahh this is so exciting! My fiancé and I are getting married the same day as you and our honeymoon is in Puerto Rico! Such an exciting time for all of us 😁
Congratulations!
We went to Kauai. A MUST do, is the tubing ride down the irrigation ditches, thru tunnels !! Then we did a self guided Kayak/Hike trip up the Wailua River, to the Secret falls. Have to swim behind the waterfall, also the sunset catamaran ride up the NāPali coast was AMAZING. Kauai is the Garden Island. My favorite island.
I do like the thought of pictures before but it is always special to see the bride for the first time with everyone 🥰
So true! Such a hard decision!
Polynesian cultural center is a really awesome experience in Hawaii! The luau there is super fun! I would highly recommend!
So happy for the two of you. Can't wait to see what's in store in the future.
Kelly preaching!!! That was the best marriage advice ever!! ❤️
Thanks for the wedding update and loved seeing a bit of the bridal shower with both sweet mamas. Great advice from miss kelly. God bless you guys as you get married and start your lives together. Watching from toronto. 👍Ps love your dads sernons and old hymns i watch online.
So happy for you both! Hawaii is a great place! I went there for college spring break back in 2011 - lots to do - there is kayaking, diamond volcano tour,etc. You can do a tour of the island. Not sure if they still take smart card where you can load up a card and do multiple activities in one day.
Thank you for filming and sharing with us! I can’t wait!!
We did not do a first look before the ceremony. But honestly I think when your groom sees you coming down the aisle it’s so special regardless.
9:34 - Lydia coming into the wedding on a boat. I had 2 imagines at the same time. One is Lydia standing on the boat in her dress, looking gorgeous! Then my other imagine was them going to each other in the boat while “Running Bear” was playing in the background!!! xoxo
Congratulations To you both on your upcoming wedding. 👏 What a beautiful couple you both are!
I much prefer no first look and walking down the aisle.. but each to their own and your special day will be yours and yours alone however it plays out! Congratulations!
I love your videos you both show so much grace and humbleness in your everyday life thank you for being an example to others just in your everyday life
The first look is a very intimate time alone(for the most part) together to pray and just reflect. Yes it's a great way to get photos with just you both together. And it doesn't take away from the walk down the isle. My husband and I had a first look(it went horrible because he was with his groomsmen and they told him not to look so it ruined it!) So make sure youre for sure alone!
So curious if Lydia’s German side and or any traditions might be included? WISHING YOU TWO THE VERY BEST! Thank you for sharing!🥰
We probably will include a few German traditions. Still deciding tho🙂
We did a first look, and it was THE best decision. It was the best part of our day (besides actually getting married), because we read our personal vows to each other during our first look. It was incredibly special.
Some ideas for your honeymoon: Drive the road to Hanna on Maui, bicycle down the big volcano, snorkeling, helicopter tour, if you go to Kauai an ATV tour, enjoy the beaches❤️
I went to Maui and I would definitely recommend going parasailing. Also you have to go to a luau, they’re so fun! I’ve also heard “the road to Hana” is really cool. And watching the sunrise at the top of Haleakala would be amazing. Have so much fun! 🌊☀️🏝🌺
Thank you for sharing!
I am so happy for both of you and can’t wait to see your wedding/ honeymoon trip to Hawaii. Lots of Love 💕 💕
Gotta go snorkeling in Hawaii! We rented our own snorkel gear for the time we were there and would just drive to all the different beaches and do our own snorkeling. So much fun!
That sounds so fun!
Look forward to your wedding! Excellent word from Mama Bates!!!!❤️❤️❤️
I’m so happy for Trace and Lydia such a sweet beautiful couple thanks for taking the time to film this question and answer video and answering the wonderful questions y’all were asked
So happy for you both I pray your special day is full of ao many blessings for your new lives.
I’m so excited for you both your such a sweet couple. I pray for you to have a sunny beautiful day! Looking forward to seeing it all! God Bless with much gratitude. Love from the prairies in 🇨🇦💕
Can’t wait to see the wedding. Thanks for sharing. Blessings
Trace,
We met you when we were at your father's church. I am a pastor as well. I was so glad to meet your parents and many of your siblings. We love the smoky mountains and we visit your church when we are there. We are so happy that the Lord has brought you two together. I know that the Lord has wonderful things in store. Keep Christ the center of your marriage and your lives. So happy for you both. May the Lord richly bless you. You make a great couple.
Even if the photographer likes the first look (or anything) you really need to stand your ground on what you want. I personally love to see the groom’s reaction when the bride walks down the aisle. Either way is special 😊💜
Trace should ride in on his horse ! That would be awesome, love your family.So happy for y'all!!
Not sure if you're going to Maui, but Definitely go snorkeling. It's so beautiful and peaceful.
Can’t wait to your beautiful married!!!😍🤍
Thanks for sharing your plans! 💜
Hawaii is the best!! I have been 4 times. Dinner cruise, whale watching, zip lining are so fun. You will have an amazing time no matter what you do.
Love seeing the wedding details can’t wait to see the final wedding
Sooo smart to plan for anniversary trips! My friend got married in May and its the worst time as a family with kids because of school. Smart cookies!
I say no to the first look. It is more exciting when the groom sees the bride for the first time when she appears at the back of the church with the music playing! 😀🎉
congratulations! I loved what Trace'som shared ❤️
Some people like first look because they feel they are less nervous. My daughter waited until she walked down the aisle, and her groom was emotional. I think it’s bride’s choice. Fun entrances are nice. We used antique pick ups.
God bless y'all!
Thanks for sharing, sounds beautiful , and great verse for all women and men!
looking forward to the wedding!! happy for you guys!!
We went horse back riding in grassy mountains on the Big Island. The views were amazing. I think you would love it.
Motsomoto shave ice! And snorkeling… those were two things we enjoyed many years ago when we went to Hawaii
Went to Hawaii in June & we did a snorkeling with dolphins in Honolulu, it was on Makaha Beach. We signed up at an excursion store on Waikiki Beach, and it was so amazing! A huge highlight from our trip!
I'm so happy for you!!
If you are going to Kauai or Maui here are some of the things we did. We spent 1 week in Kauai where we took a helicopter ride and saw many beautiful waterfalls, boat ride, snorkeling (the water is so pretty) . At one end of the island is the rainforest (where we stayed) and the other end is like going to the Grand Canyon. Take a hike to the Grotto where many weddings are performed or hike in the canyon. Go see a luau they are fun and the pig roast is great, the show is awesome. The best restaurant we ate at was the Princeville Hotel located on the rainforest side, beautiful views and delicious food. It is a little pricey but worth it. The 2nd week we stayed in Maui. There is lots to do there too. We took a submarine down to the bottom of the ocean and saw some fish wasn’t as great as I’d hoped but still worth it cause you don’t know what you’ll see. Went sailing on the ocean and that was a really exciting experience but well worth it. You should take either a tour through Hana or rent a 4-wheel vehicle the road is rough and narrow in some spots but the views are breathtaking. There are many pineapple stands as you drive around Maui, stop and buy some pineapple the locals will love you. There is a pineapple plantation that is worth seeing. Also don’t miss the black beach and the black lava rocks. We did a luau here too. It was a little different from Kauai’s luau. You can take a helicopter ride over a volcano that hasn’t been active in over a hundred years. I don’t remember the name of the restaurant in Maui we ate at but it was a seafood restaurant along the coastline with a beautiful sunset over the ocean while we ate on the open lanai. Our last part of our trip was in Honolulu where we visited Pearl Harbor. Beautiful memorial but sad also. Whatever you do I’m sure you will have great memories to look back on. May God bless your future life together.
It doesn’t really matter, but I definitely think you should save the first look for when Lydia is walking down the isle… it makes that moment so much more climactic and special! But of course, it’s your weddin, do whatever you want 😅
I haven't watched yet ( I like to read comments first) so Idk if you are having a reception after the wedding. Ig you are I recommend someone fix y'all a plate of food ( closer to the end unless you are having it catered and everyone eats at the same time ) because the wedding couple usually get all caught up in mingling and talking with everyone, that they don't take time to eat. Then when they leave they're hungry after.
ideas to do in Hawaii - if you are On Oahu island you need to experience Polynesian Cultural Center - it so worth the money and time and you learn about the different cultures that is Hawaiian. Also explore the North Shore as its very different than the south portion of Honolulu. If you plan to go to Maui - need to experience the drive to Hana as it's very different climates. If you go to the Big Island you need to check out the lava near Kona.
My daughters went to Hawaii a few years ago. They said that visiting Pearl Harbor, going to the Polynesian Cultural Center and climbing Diamond Head were must sees!
I loved what Trace's mom shared about contentment at the wedding shower. Got tears. Been married 48 years and that is just so true what she said. God Bless You both as you enter into marriage.
If you’re going to Maui, make sure to eat at Mama’s fish house (must make reservations 90 days in advance or u probably won’t get in). Biking down the volcano, sunrise at the volcano, road to Hana, and snorkeling/snuba to Molokini / turtle town are all amazing!
Thank you expression all those questions about wedding and honeymoon and it was beautiful bride shower and best wishes to both of you.
Maybe you can do your first look where ever the ceremony will be so you both get that :)
I got married in October almost 15 years ago. October is a great wedding month 😁
We didn’t do a first look and his expression when I walked down the aisle was priceless. I think either way you’ll have the moment you want
On the Big Island go night snorkeling with Manta Rays - in January we went with the company Sea Paradise and it was such a phenomenal experience! Also visit the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and make dinner reservations (after sunset) at the Volcano House (you can even stay the night there) to see the lava glow!
On the island of Oahu visit the north shore - it's amazing up there. And go to Tuo Luau. It's a family run luau in the heart of Waimea valley. Tickets to the luau give you entrance to Waimea Valley and after a paved path hike, you come to a beautiful waterfall where you can swim in the waterfall! I highly recommend doing both of those in one day.
Hawaii is the best! I went to Oahu, Maui, and the Big Island a couple of years ago and it was so beautiful. Pearl Harbor was so neat to see, and you def have to eat malasadas! Maui is my FAVORITE though. Go on the road to Hana!! And if you want, try and do a day pass if they have it at the Grand Wailea. Tons of water slides and pools, and you for sure have to splurge on a spa treatment. It’s one of the best spas in the world. Can’t wait to go there with my husband some time-we went to Punta Cana on our honeymoon last year :) Also if you’re changing your name Lydia, do misstomrs or miss now mrs (can’t remember). So easy! Worth the money :)
Kona has a great coffee tour! Doing the black sand beach on the big island is amazing too
I visited Kawaii and it’s gorgeous. Be careful of the sun! Pre-tan if you can. Yeah, yeah, tan bad - but there’s no way to avoid the sun there and you don’t wanna burn to a crisp day 1. Luau nights are a must. They’re a wee bit cheesy most of the time and expensive but come on, you’re in Hawaii
Haha good point! Getting a sun burn wouldn’t be fun😅
Stayed at the Hilton in Honolulu and booked a dinner cruise, luau and rented mopeds (but watch for the city buses...they do not watch for mopeds)...concierge had so many great ideas and things for couples...check with the conceirge...God bless you guys...beautiful couple and family
I cannot wait for your guy's wedding it will be nice to see