Seaside Love
Amy Campbell and Chad Sonnenburg, January 28, 2009, Varadero, Cuba. By Alyssa Buckley
About the Couple
Bride: Amy Campbell
Groom: Chad Sonnenburg
Occupations: Amy is a financial analyst and Chad is self-employed.
How they met: Amy and Chad knew each other in high school and had actually gone on a double date to prom together, though not with each other. Eight years later they were reintroduced at a party—Chad didn’t even recognize Amy. After attending Amy’s little sister’s birthday party and going on a few dates, Chad asked Amy if she would like to go on a vacation together to the Dominican Republic. The rest is history.
Favourite date: “For Chad’s groom’s gift I had made arrangements for a boudoir photo shoot to take place at a boutique hotel in Toronto while Chad spent the day with my sister. Later that evening we re-met for dinner, and I surprised him with dinner and the hotel suite. He was absolutely stunned that I had planned a romantic evening out.”
What attracted her to him: His love of dancing.
What attracted him to her: Her smile.
Engagement story: “Every November we attend a convention in Montreal,” Amy explains. “One day, after an afternoon of shopping, we headed up to our hotel room to drop off our purchases, and pick up our gloves and scarves for the trek to the pub. When we got there, Chad was secretly fumbling about, struggling to open a bottle of special wine we had been saving since our fifth date. Chad was absolutely silent as he stood before me, saying nothing. I asked if he was OK and did not receive a response. Without saying a word he pulled my ring from his pocket. It was then my turn to hyperventilate. I cried as mascara ran down my face.”
Words they live by: To the world you may only be one person. But to me, you are my world.
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We are being married in Cuba at Sandals on March 2 I hope ours as beautiful as your appears to have been.
Best Wishes
— susan (November 13, 2009 at 2:23 p.m.)
Such a beautiful place to be married.
— Becky (November 23, 2009 at 10:48 a.m.)
Great story and beautiful pictures. Makes me want to do my own destination wedding all over again. Congratulations Amy and Chad!
— Kristine (November 23, 2009 at 12:26 p.m.)
Gorgeous wedding! I've always wanted a destination wedding and yours was beautiful! Thanks for sharing!
— Michelle (November 23, 2009 at 12:36 p.m.)
Love the story Amy!! Congrats! :D
— Lisa from BDW (November 23, 2009 at 1:43 p.m.)
You look stunning Amy:) All the best!
Tania Beattie
brides Etc.
— Tania (November 23, 2009 at 2:18 p.m.)
Love the Story! Beautiful Pictures!!!!
— Tracy (November 23, 2009 at 2:37 p.m.)
Beautiful wedding Amy and Chad :) Love from a fellow Babbling Bride
— Holly K (November 23, 2009 at 2:40 p.m.)
Gorgeous!
— Bree (November 23, 2009 at 2:59 p.m.)
You're a beautiful bride which goes perfect with your beautiful story. Congratulations Amy and Chad!!
— Keira (November 23, 2009 at 3:24 p.m.)
Congrats Amy and Chad! This looks absolutley beautiful!
Such a beautiful and UNIQUE story on how you met! It was destiny girl!
~Sunnysoleil from babblingbrides!
— Steph(Sunnysoleil) (November 23, 2009 at 3:27 p.m.)
Great story, and gorgeous pics!! Congrats!!
— Jannae (November 23, 2009 at 3:28 p.m.)
You had SUCH a gorgeous wedding, Amy! Beautifully planned with such attention to small details. Thanks for sharing with us!
— Becky (November 23, 2009 at 4:14 p.m.)
What a beautiful story and gorgeous pictures! Congratulations to you both!
— Kristin (November 23, 2009 at 5:45 p.m.)
Love all the photos!! You both look so happy :) Congrats
— Julie (Julz47) (November 23, 2009 at 6:01 p.m.)
Fabulous wedding - they look so perfect!!!
— Arjuna (November 23, 2009 at 6:38 p.m.)
Your wedding was simply gorgeous, and every detail was paid attention to. Impeccable!
— lazykatt (November 23, 2009 at 6:58 p.m.)
Amy,
Your story is so beautiful - congratulations again to you and Chad! It was wonderful working with you!
All the best,
Lisa Mark
— Lisa Mark Photography (November 23, 2009 at 9:15 p.m.)
Beautiful bride, beautiful day, beautiful photos! Congratulations!
— TLB (November 23, 2009 at 10:50 p.m.)
Great Story! Your wedding looked fabulous!
— Annette (November 24, 2009 at 12:07 p.m.)
Congrats Amy & Chad!! Such a great story! Looks like you had the perfect wedding! You looked gorgeous! Congrats again! xoxo
— Nicole (November 25, 2009 at 9:34 a.m.)
Gorgeous wedding! Congratulations, every detail looks absolutely amazing!
— MelaJane (November 26, 2009 at 11:06 a.m.)
What a beautiful wedding, stunning bride, gorgeous flowers, great location! Congratulations, thank you for sharing! :)
— Sam (LLL) :) (November 26, 2009 at 10:42 p.m.)
What a wonderful engagement story and wedding. You were such a beautiful bride! Congratulations.
— Vikki (December 1, 2009 at 10:04 p.m.)
Congratulations again Amy and Chad!
I really enjoyed working with you and I'm so happy you loved the flowers.
All the best! You both look great and what a beautiful story.
— Laura Iacob - Bridal Blooms By Laura (December 26, 2009 at 3:52 p.m.)