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Tuesday, July 13, 2010
they met on PlentyofFish.com, and proudly displayed their profiles at the guest-book table so everyone could get a glimpse into the way they met.
Jeff's!
I am happy. My stars are aligning. I am very creative, but also down to earth. I believe living your purpose is what is most important outside of family and friends. I have a strong appreciation for music, the arts, Steeler's football, and all things healthy. I strive to keep myself fit mentally, physically, and spiritually. I'm interested in meeting new people, seeing if we enjoy each other's company, becoming friends, and if fortunate...more. I'm not interested in drama or games.
and here's Rachel's,
My head thinks too much and my soul delights in dance. Make me laugh and I'll laugh out loud. Sit down with me and engage in discussion. Travel with me and discover the interesting aspects of the world we've not yet seen. I believe in God and the community he provides for us on Earth. I believe the beat of the drum should be explored and hips should sway. I believe lovingkindness is one of the most beautiful words because each part necessarily loses its validity when separated from the other. If I work out enough and keep jumping higher and higher....perhaps one day I'll take off and fly.
and here they are, married.
THERE'S HOPE, PEOPLE!
they had a bagpiper!
one of the sweetest parts of their wedding was the dancing. rachel has been a ballet dancer for a long time, and it was so clear that it was in her. life and joy :) loved it.
wedding location: San Diego Botanical Garden (formerly Quail Gardens)
>>>> and here's a slideshow!
hey you.
enjoy your day.
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-- she likes to buy pretty dresses, he likes to buy electronics.
-- she likes to go to sleep early, he goes to sleep late.
-- she likes vegetables, he likes frozen pizza.
-- she likes to go to sleep early, he goes to sleep late.
-- she likes vegetables, he likes frozen pizza.
-- he likes army
things, she doesn't support the war.
-- she tries to adhere to proper grammar, he doesn't.
-- she tries to adhere to proper grammar, he doesn't.
-- he likes cats, she likes dogs.
they both,
-- hate sports
-- love learning
-- are libertarians
-- love listening to podcasts
-- love learning
-- are libertarians
-- love listening to podcasts
-- are really close with their families
-- go to lots of midnight film screenings
-- go to lots of midnight film screenings
-- and are.... obsessed with harry potter. they're going to that new harry potter world for their honeymoon.
in light of all of this, we decided to do their session at their apartment: the place where they have merged their lives and daily navigate the ins and outs, the ups and downs of relationship. i love that they're so different, SO in love, and have chosen to grow together and learn from each other. they're the best. love you guys :)
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Ro says:
They are so great! I love the way the kitchen glows it reminds me of the PH.
(07.13.10 @ 09:29 AM)
veigh says:
i love the last picture .. i want to be friends with them. :)
(07.13.10 @ 02:41 PM)
Scotland says:
this post is too good to not get a comment.
of all the work you do that i love, of all the work i see that i love, this has got to be one of my favourite posts in quite a while. well done.
(07.13.10 @ 07:51 PM)
jasmine says:
I love the way you see the world, and I love the tiny special moments you bring out in people and places. I mean, pinkies? cookbooks? CAT TAIL?!
(07.15.10 @ 09:52 PM)
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my friend trish is canadian,
i am canadian,
and she had a party!
she wore a flag dress,
i wore a bear hat.
different strokes, baby.
there were canadian tattoos,
so i put a flag on my right arm.
it was a great addition to my 4th of july outfit a few days later.
just added an AMERICAN one to the other arm.
who knew.
temp. tats are IN.
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Ro says:
You looked so Canada I love it! So glad you could show your pride.
(07.09.10 @ 09:07 AM)
Cate says:
I'm glad to hear this, because on my left ankle I currently have a flaming skull stamping an overdue library book . I am not joking. It all happened really fast after my coworker and I found a book of temporary, library-themed tattoos in her desk.
(07.09.10 @ 03:30 PM)
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cosmo has the opportunity to fly wherever he wants, but he usually chooses to perch on some random object and look at the wall for 15 or 20 minutes. he'd do this all day if i let him. why doesn't he fly in circles, eat the food that's laying around, or play with his toys? why does he choose to isolate himself and look AT THE WALL?
hello cosmo, you're free buddy.
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maemae says:
no. 1 i love the colors in this pic.
no. 2 this is the funniest thing ever.
embrace, cosmo.
(06.25.10 @ 03:25 PM)
teri says:
sooo funny. thanks for the laugh! your bird reminds me in many ways of our bearded dragon lizard, malduney, who will remain in the silliest positions for hours. yay for quirky exotic pets! :)
(06.25.10 @ 04:24 PM)
Jeanette says:
Thank you for your sweet words!
You really made my day
I love your blog, your photos and Cosmo ;)
(06.29.10 @ 01:48 PM)
maren mcmillan says:
that is sooo funnnneeeee
(07.05.10 @ 04:10 PM)
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cosmo puts himself in time-out.
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I love doing family portraits for people who are open to what the words
family portrait might mean. Blaire, her mom, and her grandma fit into
that category. Wanting a documentation of the real them, having a real
experience. We went to the the San Juan Capistrano Mission, a place
where her grandma had taken photos of Blaire and her mom 20 years ago.
The three of them are reallyclose. Both Blaire and her mom are the only
daughter---- think Gilmore Girls, and you'll have a glimpse into real
life for them. We ran to the car from the rain at the end, happy with
what we had and excited to see what we had created and captured. So,
Blaire, Sue and Grandma. I call her Grandma too along with Blaire, so
we'll go with that :) enjoy,
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Ro says:
love all of the plants sooo much
(06.23.10 @ 11:33 PM)
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okay, he wins the quirky cute YOURE MELTING ME award.
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Jennifer Hood says:
This is sooo precious! i want one!
(06.21.10 @ 05:56 PM)
elizabeth says:
I ADORE this photo! it's fabulous!
(06.22.10 @ 10:06 PM)
maren mcmillan says:
god .. he is soooooooooo cute
(07.05.10 @ 04:12 PM)
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the mail lady now comes around 12:15 instead of 1..... which makes the most exciting part of my day happen forty-five minutes earlier. i love this. i have considered going down to meet her since she does provide me with the best substance ever: my mail. i think i'm at least going to write her a note or something. especially since i spy on her as she walks up in her USPS shorts and mail bag, listening to her ipod and hopefully loving her life.
anyway.
today my neighbor val yelled up in my window: you have a package!
i literally ran downstairs,
to find TWO PACKAGES.
glory.
one from blaire, who sends me a present every month as an ongoing birthday present (WHAT!)
one from my friend rosanna's brother phillip.
blaire's june present for me was a sugar holder from her work. i love it.
i now need to go get some sugar packets somehow.
phillip,
he gave me a box of maple seeds.
which i am just realizing at this second are placed perfectly next to the maple syrup jar which i transformed into a vase. life is nice to us, mmm?
honestly just taking a nice deep breath right now and saying THANK YOU GOD! for such great people in my life. yes, i receive the delights of today.
thank you blairey,
thank you phillip.
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jennifer young says:
i love snail mail! such lovely surprises you received!
j.
blaire says:
every time i discover an item with a slight crack or chip in it, i quickly bring it to a manager who inevitably says, "toss it." to which i reply, "may i have it, instead?" "uh, sure. i guess." "yes!" i think you will soon have one place setting-worth of everything we use at the restaurant, as i have begun searching for imperfections on every item i touch.
(06.20.10 @ 09:37 PM)
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Gorgeous - loved every photo!
(07.13.10 @ 03:03 PM)thanks for putting up the bagpiper
(07.13.10 @ 11:06 PM)Congratulations Rachel and Jeff! It looks like Shannon got some gorgeous shots of your wedding. It was wonderful to get a taste of what was obviously a beautiful, fun, meaningful day. Much love!
(07.14.10 @ 12:24 PM)You were in San Diego and I MISSED IT?!
(07.15.10 @ 09:54 PM)Unacceptable. Come back immediately. Pretty please?
my favorite is the panda bear kid leash boy.
(07.19.10 @ 01:07 AM)