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A Self-Defense Class Leads to a Gorgeous Farm Wedding!

This lovely wedding took place at Trinity View Farm in Franklin, TN, and showcased some fabulous moments you'll want to see!

Β· By Liza Graves
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Katie Adler andΒ Kurt Myers may live in Nashville now, but they met in Lexington, KY, when she decided to try out a Krav Maga class (a type of martial arts and self defense). He was one of the instructors, and he asked her out after her second class. At the time, he was studying for his MCAT exam and she was working at the University of Kentucky. As smitten as they both were, they were soon tested by the trials of a long-distance relationship when Kurt enrolled inΒ medical school in his hometown,Β Nashville, at Meharry Medical College. After 18 months of a long-distance relationship, they both knew that this was the real deal, and Katie relocated to Nashville to be closer to Kurt.

Although Katie and Kurt had talked about getting married, she was still caught off guard by hisΒ proposal. You see, Kurt used Katie’s brother’sΒ 30th surprise birthday party as the perfect ruse. And yes, this double surprise meant thatΒ her brother, Jordan, thought all the secret conversations were about the impending engagement and Katie thought they were all about the surprise 30th birthday party. It ended up as a double surprise weekend for the siblings, who are best friends!

Katie and Kurt on their wedding day.Pin
Katie and Kurt on their wedding day in June 2015.

On their way to Lexington for Jordan’sΒ surprise party, Kurt stopped at Shaker Village, a beautiful andΒ historic place in Kentucky filled with original Shaker-built buildings.Β It was raining and Katie had no idea why Kurt wanted to get out of the car. Katie was not wearing the right shoes for a rainy day walk through the gravel paths in Shaker Village and started to protest, but thought better of it, as she wanted to support Kurt’s seeming spontaneity. As they walked through the village, they ran into Jordan β€”Β who happened to beΒ there with a camera. Soon, Kurt was down on one knee proposing with a family ring from his Great- Great-Aunt Katie, which was a fitting way for the ring to be passed down.

The couple was able to celebrate with family and friends, as they had all come to town to celebrate the surprise engagement/birthday combo!Β The double surprise came the next day at Jordan’sΒ party, so a festive weekend was had by all!

Fast forward to their nuptials, which took place June 6, 2015, in Franklin, TN, at Trinity View Farm, a private residence that is rented out a few times a year for weddings. Kurt’s mom, Carla Myers, is one of the former owners of The Registry in Franklin, TN, so Katie had a great resource for wedding planning! Take a look at Kurt and Katie’s wedding, planned by Big Events:

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The wedding invitation was custom designed by Emily O. Holmes.
The wedding venue was at Trinity View Farm, a Franklin, TN private residence which the owners allow to be rented a few times year.Pin
The wedding venue was Trinity View Farm, a Franklin, TN, private residence, which the owners allow to be rented a few times a year.
The arched doors make a perfect frame for the lovely couple!Pin
The arched doors make a perfect frame for the lovely couple!
Katie wore a dress by Allure Bridal that she bought at The White Room, and it was the first dress that she tried on. Pin
Katie wore a dress by Allure Bridals that she bought at The White Room, and it was the first dress she tried on.
The groomsmen all wore suits which were purchased for them as their groomsmen gift, from the Mens Wearhouse in Cool Springs, TN. The bridesmaid dresses were all purchased from Bella Bridesmaids and Katie let each bridesmaid pick the dress they felt best in and the results were beaming friends with dresses that all worked and blended well, even though none of them matched.Pin
The groomsmen all wore suits purchased for them as their groomsman’s gift from the Men’s Wearhouse in Cool Springs, TN. The bridesmaids’ dresses were all purchased from Bella Bridesmaids. Katie let each bridesmaid pick the dress she felt best in, and the results were beaming friends with dresses that all worked and blended well, even though none of them matched.
Katie and Kurt wanted their wedding to be very intimate with their family and friends. They wanted something that was personal. They asked Big Events for 'approachable elegance.' The most significant influence on their wedding was Bible verse RUTH 1:16. It's the same verse inscribed on Katie's dad’s wedding band. It was on their invitation and the first thing read at their wedding. Pin
Katie and Kurt wanted their wedding to be very intimate with their family and friends. They wanted something that was personal. They asked Big Events for β€œapproachable elegance.” The most significant influence on their wedding was the Bible verse Ruth 1:16. It’s the same verse inscribed on Katie’s dad’s wedding band. It was on their invitation and the first thing read at their wedding.
One of the details is the use of a shotgun shell in the boutonnieres. Kurt wanted a Southern touch for the guys as well.Pin
One of the details is the use of a bullet casingsΒ in the boutonnieres. Kurt wanted a Southern touch for the guys, as well.
The bridesmaids each carried a single, beautiful rose.Pin
The bridesmaids each carried a single, beautiful rose.
Katie was a glowing bride and her flowers were stunning as well.Pin
Katie was a glowing bride, and her flowers were stunning, too.
A close up of the bride's bouquetPin
A close-up of the bride’s bouquet
Before the ceremony, Katie and her family had their picture taken. In minutes, their family expands!Pin
Before the ceremony, Katie and her family had their picture taken. In minutes, their family expands!
And Kurt captures a pre-wedding photo with his family as well, minutes away from adding one more!Pin
And Kurt captures a prewedding photo with his family, minutes away from adding one more!
Look who preceded Katie down the aisle!Pin
Kurt’s nephewΒ preceded Katie down the aisle!
Katie only has eyes for Kurt as she nears the alter. Pin
Katie only has eyes for Kurt as she nears the altar. And another woman checks out Kurt’s reaction to Katie … that’s his mom watching her son!
Katie and Kurt say their vows.Pin
Katie and Kurt say their vows and try to hold back tears.
You may now kiss the bride!Pin
You may now kiss the bride!
The married couple!Pin
The married couple!
Even the outdoor bar, set up for the reception, was gorgeous and inviting.Pin
Even the outdoor bar, set up for the reception, was gorgeous and inviting.
And remember the Bible verse? Here it is again. It's a good one if you are marrying a doctor who still has to figure out where his residency will be!Pin
And remember the Bible verse, Ruth 1:16? Here it is again. It’s a good one if you are marrying a doctor who still has to figure out where his residency will be!
Four hot air balloons were on the horizon after the wedding. Their sighting provided an unexpected special moment.Pin
Four hot air balloons were on the horizon after the wedding. Their sighting provided an unexpected special moment.
The cake was from Leland Riggins at Dessert Designs.Pin
The cake was from Leland Riggins at Dessert Designs.
All generations of the families were on hand to witness the nuptials.Pin
All generations of the families were on hand to witness the nuptials.
Friends gathered for the reception and everyone had such a fun time!Pin
Friends gathered for the reception and everyone had such a fun time!
Friends and family cut a rug and danced to the tunes of Sam Levine & The City Lights.Pin
Friends and family cut a rug and danced to the tunes of Sam Levine & The City Lights.
And everyone had so much fun!Pin
And everyone had so much fun!
This photo shows off the interior of this venue well and captures a sweet moment!Pin
This photo shows off the interior of the venue well and captures a sweet moment!
Kurt and Katie made their way to their car with sparklers lighting the way.Pin
Kurt and Katie made their way to their car with sparklers lighting the way.

The day they got married was the same day that American Pharoah won the Triple Crown.Β Kurt’s father referred to this historic moment by acknowledging the Triple Crown, but assured all guests gathered at the wedding that no one was more happy on this night than hisΒ sonΒ as he married the girl of his dreams.

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Want to see who’s getting hitched in our other markets? Click on any of the below to see more gorgeous weddings.

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Memphis β€”Β A Chance Encounter Leads to Happily Ever After

Louisville β€”Β A Black-Tie Wedding with a Touch of Winter

Birmingham β€”Β A Fresh, Classic Lake Martin Wedding

Liza Graves

Liza Graves

As CEO of StyleBlueprint, Liza also regularly writes for SB. Most of her writing is now found in the recipe archives as cooking is her stress relief!

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