The 7th Bates wedding day is almost here! In less than 24 hours, Carlin Bates will be Mrs. Evan Stewart. Family and close friends gathered at the venue earlier today for the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. After the festivities, there was decorating and music practicing to be done. The ceremony will take place outside, and the reception will be outside, as well, although there will be a covered area. The Knoxville weather was about 91 and sunny today, and tomorrow will be the same.
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Photo courtesy of Kelton and Josie Balka, Carlin Bates
Carlin Bates, Evan Stewart, Kelton Balka, Josie Balka
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Ellie Bates, Tori Smith, Whitney Bates, Erin Paine,
Carlin Bates, Kelly Bates, Michael Keilen, Addallee Bates
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Silly ring bearers
Carlin Bates, Kelly Bates, Michael Keilen, Addallee Bates
Photo courtesy of Kelton and Josie Balka, Carlin Bates