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Susan & Erik {wedded bliss…}

Michelle — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 05:04:10 +0000

Susan and Erik were wonderful to be around. Their love and adoration for one another was completely obvious, as was their close friendship, too. One moment they’d be staring at each other lovingly, and the next moment they’d be sticking out their tongues at one another and laughing out loud. Their energy was contagious, and it totally kept me smiling.

I’ve already posted a sneak peek of their session in the park, but here are a few more favorites of mine:

After the park, it was on to the reception, held at King Harbor Seafood. WOW… all the different foods. It was a full banquet, served family-style. I was ushered to a seat by a family member, and when an auntie asks you to eat, you EAT. Here was the menu for the night:

The couple served tea to the family members who weren’t able to attend the tea ceremony earlier in the day:

And Susan’s father visited each of the tables, giving his blessings/well-wishes.

It was a beautiful celebration, and I feel so lucky to have been a part of it. (Thanks, you two…)

Susan & Erik {sneak peek}

Michelle — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:49:47 +0000

Susan and Erik were married on October 3rd in a private tea ceremony. I met up with them at a nearby park afterwards, to take the formal family portraits… and then the not-so-formal pics of the two of them. Here is a sneak peek of a few favorites so far… more to come soon.

Erin + Justin {married!}

Michelle — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:22:32 +0000

Erin & Justin were married on Saturday, August 8th at the Aliso Viejo Country Club. It was a fabulous day overall… family and friends came together to celebrate in the beautiful southern California sunshine.

Here are a few of my favorite moments captured from the day:

Before “giving her away,” the father of the bride made the gesture for “I’m watching you…” Classic moment!

Erin and Justin were lucky in that they got to take a golf cart out for a spin… we headed to this area on the green that was next to their picturesque waterfall and lake. And thank goodness that things were running on schedule, because the coordinator told me that they would be turning off the waterfall in about 8 minutes. Go, go, go!

Gotta love the guy who was leaping across the floor. Hah! He did this several times, actually. Maybe he REALLY wants to be next in line to get married, you think?

Some of the details of the day:

Venue: Aliso Viejo Country Club (Coordinator: Gina)

D.J.: Manny, from DJ Connection

Florist: A to Z Floral Wholesalers

Officiant: Rev. Bruce Danzara