Okay. I couldn’t wait. Not a MOMENT longer. Because R&J are probably dying to see a snippet of their wedding. As April Smith goes to town editing their REAL pictures, I just have to share these. Blur and all. Or, what I like to call it: heart and all!
The Pro Lineup:
Photographer: April Smith Photography
Venue: Sheraton Anaheim Hotel
Videographer: Mike Mills @ Videotape My Wedding
Stationary: Anne @ The Paper Stylist
Cake & Sweets: Tomgirl Baking Co.
All floral and decor: The [now] infamous Uncle Lou!
When I arrived to the venue, the set up was in FULL effect, which allowed me to snag some detail shots right off the bat. For not being a full time pro florist, I’d say that Uncle Lou outdid himself [um, times 15 tables!!].
Their favors were mini windchimes and magnets straight from the Philippines. Ironically enough, Jereco and Ruby BOTH grew up on the same island in the Philippines but had to make it all the way to America to meet and marry. Did I mention that this year is their 10 year anniversary together?? When I say it’s ABOUT time, I mean it!
SO many fun details just in the centerpieces. lights, crystals, action!
A gorgeous photo-filled guest book!
These little guys were my LABOR of love:
The red up-lighting went on and BAM the cake turned a whole new shade of gorgeous!
And of course, Tomgirl provided even more delicious desserts [which lasted umm about 10 minutes!!] for the guests, in conjunction with some traditional candies:
Pastor and the GUYS at the Sheraton, they came up with this display. How much do you love that? I walked back into the room [left them alone for maybe 10 minutes!!] and 4 dudes were huddled around the table, placing stands, mirrors, and lining up pastries into perfect rows. WOW. That’s all I can say!
Ruby was such a happy bride. I snapped this just after portraits, before the ceremony:
Some ceremony site pictures:
Ruby was walked down the aisle by both parents.
As we wrapped up cocktail hour, I tried my best to wait patiently while April got some KILLER [I just know it] shots of Rubes and Jer in one of my favorite places at the Sheraton- their lobby [sooo modern and fun!]. But, I couldn’t resist! A few scrappy seconds:
SO. IN. LOVE.
A quick shot of her bouquet:
And now, onto the festivities! Their first dance:
As Ruby leaned into her husband and sang their song with tears in her eyes, I leaned on the wall of the room and cried alongside of her. There is something so honest- soo genuine- about their love. It’s why I’m in business.
A few words from our bride and groom:
The little girls [nieces of the bride] performed a special dane to a Hannah Montana song. One that Ruby knew ALL the words to. Watching her and Jereco clap along the whole time: priceless!!
And, the last 3 of the night, in sequence:
Such a good sport!! All in all, the night was nothing but perfection! We danced. We laughed. We cried. We shared memories to last a lifetime and fill a ballroom. And it all ended with a literal bang- fireworks!!!
Ruby- you and I always had so much fun together. I used to look forward to our phone calls, our late night meetings, our jokes, and our eager anticipation for your big day. Now… I just plain miss you! I KNOW that your wedding was everything you’d hoped for. I know it, cause I was there. And I saw you. And I saw the way that boy looked at you… right with his heart. I’m so glad I got to be a part of this crazy, chaotic, amazing time in your life! I’ll cherish it forever!
xoxo,
A.
