Real Hot Springs Wedding: Kristen Anderson and Jarrod Payne of Houston

Kristen Anderson & Jarrod Payne

Kristen Anderson & Jarrod Payne
The Anthony Chapel at Garvan Woodland Gardens, Hot Springs
March 12, 2016

After completing nursing school at Duke, Kristen moved to Houston to begin her career at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Jarrod, native to Houston, was in his second year at Caldwell Companies. Matchmakers David Towery and Lauren Brandom decided to set them up on a double date—a late night spent bowling at Dave & Buster’s marked the first of many dates.

Kristen Anderson & Jarrod Payne

A year later, Jarrod couldn’t wait any longer to ask Kristen to be his bride. He planned an elaborate surprise at a destination special to them in Brenham, Texas. He proposed in a moment the couple still says was the most surreal of their lives.

Kristen Anderson & Jarrod Payne

The duo chose a destination wedding in Hot Springs at The Arlington. The city holds a special place in Kristen’s heart after many childhood trips with her now late father. His favorite hotel was The Arlington, and there was nowhere else they’d rather be on their wedding day.

Kristen Anderson & Jarrod Payne

  THE PROFESSIONALS  
Ceremony The Anthony Chapel at Garvan Woodland Gardens
Reception The Crystal Ballroom at The Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa
  Photographer Ziegler Photography, Missouri
Wedding Planning & Event Design Randi Slick of Signature Events
Florist Flowers & Home
Rentals Signature Events Rental Department
Bride’s Cake Ambrosia Bakery
Groom’s Cake Taste of Eden Bakery
  Calligraphy Lauren Wood, Etsy.com
  Band DMP Band, Memphis, Tenn.
Photo Booth Central Arkansas Entertainment, Little Rock
  Wedding Gown & Bridesmaids Attire Houston Bridal Gallery, Texas
  Hair & Makeup Megan Farmer (hair), Louie Lee (makeup)
  Vintage Car Rob Haynie Vintage Motor Cars, Little Rock
Rehearsal Dinner The Porterhouse
Videographer AceLegendary, Missouri 
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