A Whimsical Wedding Day: Anastasia & Thomas at Westfall Event Center

Stories Forever Weddings

Mar 4, 2025

3 min read

Updated: Oct 29

Anastasia & Thomas were married at Westfall Event Center in Valley View, Ohio, after a morning of getting ready with family, a first look with her father and a surprise gift of pocket watches for Thomas and his brothers. A drizzle nearly moved the ceremony indoors, then stopped just as Anastasia walked down the aisle, and the night ended on a full dance floor.

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Getting Ready and a First Look with Dad

Anastasia started her morning surrounded by the warmth of family and friends. Her mother’s loving hands helped her into her gown, each moment filled with emotion. One of the most touching parts of the morning was her first look with her father—a moment where time seemed to stand still as his eyes filled with pride and love for his little girl.

Anastasia touching her lace wedding gown on its hanger

Back of the bride's braided hairstyle with a hair vine

Anastasia and her bridesmaids smiling together while getting ready

Bride laughing while having her makeup done

Bride hugging a bridesmaid beside her hanging gown

Wedding dress hanging by the window while a bridesmaid looks on

Anastasia in silhouette in her gown by a window

Anastasia in her lace gown and tiara in window light

Anastasia's mother helping with her earrings

Bride in soft window light looking over her shoulder

Hands of the bride and her bridesmaids resting on her gown

Wedding details with white roses, perfume and a green wax seal

Invitation suite styled with baby's breath

Engraved wooden ring box surrounded by baby's breath

Wedding rings resting on the invitation printed with Anastasia & Thomas's names

Anastasia's gown being adjusted in the hotel suite

Anastasia's father wiping a tear at their first look

Anastasia hugging her father in the hotel hallway

Anastasia and her father sharing a quiet moment

Thomas opening a personalized pocket watch

Pocket Watches for Thomas and His Brothers

Meanwhile, across the hotel, Thomas was in for a heartfelt surprise. His mother had a special gift for him and his brothers—personalized pocket watches. The smiles on their faces made it clear just how much this small but meaningful gesture meant to them.

Thomas and his brothers opening pocket watches from their mother

Three engraved pocket watches held side by side

Thomas holding his pocket watch in his cream suit

An Outdoor Ceremony at Westfall Event Center

As the ceremony time approached, dark clouds loomed, and a light drizzle threatened to move the ceremony indoors. But just as Anastasia made her way down the aisle, the rain stopped. A hush fell over the guests, the ceremony went ahead outdoors as planned, and Anastasia & Thomas said “I do” under clearing skies.

Thomas walking his mother down the aisle at the outdoor ceremony

Anastasia's father walking her down the aisle under the trees at Westfall Event Center

Anastasia's father hugging Thomas at the end of the aisle

Anastasia smiling at Thomas during the ceremony

Anastasia & Thomas at the white ceremony arch with their officiant

Thomas & Anastasia holding hands at the ceremony arch

Bride and groom kissing at the white ceremony arch

First kiss under the white arch draped with greenery

Guests watching the ceremony in the wooded garden at Westfall Event Center

Portraits Among the Trees

Throughout the day, it was impossible not to notice how completely happy and comfortable these two are together. Whether it was a quiet, knowing glance or the way they melted into each other’s arms, their love was effortless and real. Their portraits radiated that same joy, a reflection of their easygoing and deeply connected relationship.

Close-up of the couple at the altar, Anastasia smiling

Anastasia & Thomas walking hand in hand across the lawn

Anastasia's hands over Thomas's on her chest, her rings showing

Bride's long train spread across the grass in the woods

Anastasia looking at the camera with her hand on Thomas's lapel

Anastasia & Thomas embracing beside a large tree

Anastasia & Thomas standing together in the green woods

Thomas dipping Anastasia for a kiss on the lawn

Anastasia holding her white rose bouquet

Anastasia & Thomas kissing under the trees beside a covered pavilion

Bride and groom smiling together outdoors

Thomas holding Anastasia from behind in the woods

Thomas with his groomsmen and ring bearer on the lawn

Anastasia laughing with her bridesmaids in sage green on the lawn

Full wedding party in sage green and black on the lawn at Westfall Event Center

A Reception Full of Energy

When it came time for the reception, emotions were high and so was the energy. Guests filled the dance floor, laughter echoed through the room, and the candid moments came one after another. From big dance moves to heartfelt embraces, every frame told the story of a night full of joy.

Anastasia & Thomas kissing as they enter the reception

Anastasia & Thomas at their sweetheart table during the toasts

Anastasia wiping a tear during the toasts as Thomas smiles

A toast being given beside the sweetheart table

Anastasia & Thomas cutting their wedding cake

Close-up of Anastasia & Thomas's first dance

First dance under the Rock and Roll neon sign

Anastasia & Thomas dancing in front of a lit wall

Thomas dipping Anastasia on the dance floor

Anastasia dancing with her father under string lights

Thomas hugging his mother during their dance

Parent dance on the open floor beneath string lights

Wide view of the reception hall and its Rock and Roll neon sign

Anastasia sharing a hug on the dance floor

Guests waving glow sticks around the couple

The Rock and Roll neon sign glowing above the dark dance floor

Thomas lifted onto guests' shoulders as the room cheers

Anastasia & Thomas dancing with guests holding glow sticks

Guests lifting the couple up on the dance floor

Anastasia & Thomas surrounded by dancing guests with glow sticks

A Final Portrait Under the Stars

To close out their wedding day, we stole a quiet moment under the stars. With one last portrait, their day ended the way it began: full of love, with a touch of the unexpected.

Anastasia & Thomas under string lights at night

Thank You, Anastasia & Thomas

Anastasia & Thomas, your wedding day was something special, and we’re so glad we got to be part of it. You’re both wonderful people, and it was an honor to capture your day. Cheers to a lifetime of love and adventure!

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Venue: Westfall Event Center, Valley View, Ohio

Photography & Film: Stories Forever Weddings (@storiesforeverweddings)

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