Wedding Wednesday: Alexis & Leland

9/3/16  |  Mount Palomar Weddings

Alexis and Leland's wedding weekend was a dream come true. After the day was over they couldn't believe it went so smoothly from start to finish. They were proud that they were able to intertwine both Greek and Italian traditions into the ceremony and the reception. With friends and family performing songs or reciting poems, they created a vibe so personal and warming that carried on throughout the entire night! From the endless number of nights planning to the final music playing on the dance floor, they couldn't imagine their wedding any different!

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Wedding Ceremony Location: Mount Palomar Winery
Wedding Reception Location: Mount Palomar Winery
Wedding Coordinator: Storybook Weddings
Officiant: Andrew Stambaugh
Photographer: Marielle Hayes
Videographer: Russell John Films
Florist: Storybook Weddings
Linens: Mount Palomar Winery
Entertainment: N'Demand
Caterer: Mount Palomar Winery
Wedding Cake: Bo-Cakes & Italian Desserts(cookies&cannoli) & Greek Desserts(cookies&baklara)
Hair & Makeup: Domenica Beauty
Dress: Elizabeth's Bridal(Northville, MI)
Men's Formal Wear: Groom- Burberry
Jewelry: Engagement rings-Trumpet & Horn  Wedding Rings: Eric Trabert Jeweler
Rentals: Vintage Furniture- Madam Palooza

Vendor Spotlight: Heather Anderson Photography

Business Name: Heather Anderson Photography
Business Phone: (949) 697-9509
Location: Temecula, CA
Website: HeatherAndersonPhoto.com
Email: heatherandersonphotography@gmail.com

Instagram: @heatherandersonphotography
Facebook: @heatherandersonphotography
Specializes In: I specialize in joyful storytelling through images and I enjoy documenting the love stories of couples all over the world. I strive to provide my couples with a stress-free wedding experience, along with images they can cherish for a lifetime. I am a traveling wedding photographer based in Temecula CA and ready to travel the world to document love!   My goal is to capture sunsets and love stories in as many parts of the world as I can! 
Why a couple should go with your company? Choosing the perfect wedding photographer to capture this next chapter of your journey is so important.  I strive to get to know each of my couples individually so that we seem like old friends on your wedding day.
Tip: Give your Maid of Honor all the details that you want to be photographed, this way nothing gets lost or forgotten in the hustle of the day and your photographer doesn't have bug you when you are enjoying time with your girls. Don't forget to include items such as family heirlooms, something blue, reception shoes, wedding invitations and letters or gifts.
Your quote or piece of advice:


"I am a CA girl that loves chasing light, the beach, sunsets and chocolate... keeping it real is what I do best."

Ask about our special pricing for Temecula weddings, because I love to support the place and let's be honest it is a wonderful place to say I Do!!

 

 Venue:  Europa Village  |  Make Up:  Domenica Beauty
Florist: Soleil Flowers  |  Cake:  Cakes to Celebrate
Photography: Heather Anderson Photography

Design + Florals: Taken By Sara  |  Gown: Lace & Liberty
Scans: The Find Lab  |  Photography: Heather Anderson Photography

Design + Florals: Taken By Sara  |  Gown: Lace & Liberty
Scans: The Find Lab  |  Photography: Heather Anderson Photography

 

Venue:  Mount Palomar Winery  |  Officiant:  Matt Herlihy
Florist:  Heather Christian Designs  |  Make Up:  Tilly Looks
Hair: Salon De La Marie  |  Rentals: Rickety Swank
Photography:  Heather Anderson Photography
Bakery:  Bo Cakes  |  Catering: Once Upon A Wedding
DJ: Jim

Invitation of the Week: Salute to the Military

Today and every day, we are so thankful for our military! We are so lucky to live in a country where we are free to get married to whomever we like, wherever we like! This Salute to the Military wedding incorporated red, white and blue into the details for a nod to the military! Happy Memorial Day and don't forget the reason for this holiday!

Invitations/Stationery by Take Note! Creations /// Coordinated by Stephanie Rose Events /// Photography by Melissa McClure Photography /// Linens by Wildflower Linens

Mangia Monday: South of the Border

Living so close to the border, we have an abundance of delicious Mexican food in San Diego! Hacienda de Vega is not only a venue but they also offer catering! Venues with in house catering can be an option for your reception and this one has multiple venue locations all with the same delicious food! They have a selection of margaritas to choose from and 20+ beers on tap for a fiesta your guests won't forget!

Limitless Love: Triple Wedding Held in Honor of Dying Mom

Limitless Love

Cancer patient Becky Swales always hoped that all three of her daughters would get married. On Oct. 13th, her dream came true when she watched her girls — Sarah, Kaylee, and Jodie — say "I do" in unison. The sisters were already engaged before their mom's health deterioriated and they decided to wed all at once so that she would be able to experience this life-changing moment with them.

Just 12 hours later, she lost her four-year battle with the disease. Prior to her passing, Dad Otis told FOX5 that she was "the love of my life, so it's hard, but I'm proud of my daughters."

Photo Credit: Jodie Mankus / Facebook

Courtesy of Bridal Guide 

Limitless Love: Couple Shares Story behind Viral Wedding photo

Limitless Love

A North Carolina photographer captured a powerful image Saturday showing a touching moment between a bride and a groom just minutes before their wedding ceremony.

In the photo, U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Caleb Earwood holds the hand of his now-wife, Maggie Earwood, while taking time to pray before saying "I do."

We were about to take our first steps in life together, and we didn't want to take a step without it being in God's will," Caleb Earwood, 21, told TODAY.com. "I prayed to God for my beautiful and intelligent wife that he blessed me with and the amazing family I was marrying into."

Because the couple didn't want to see each other until the ceremony, Caleb stood on the staircase. Maggie, 22, leaned up against the wall to avoid making eye contact.

"When I first grabbed his hand, he was shaking really bad, so I knew he was really nervous," Maggie said. "It relieved me to know the person I was getting ready to marry felt the same way about God."

Caleb and Maggie, who both grew up in Asheville, North Carolina, were friends in high school. They started dating about two years ago, and haven't left each other's side since.

"She's so beautiful. I couldn't help myself! An excited Caleb said.

Photographer Dwayne Schmidth, who has photographed about 100 weddings in his 4-year career, said this is one his most memorable experiences. Although he almost didn't make it to wedding after having emergency surgery last week to remove a kidney stone, he gathered enough strength to be there for the big day and photograph the heartfelt moment.

The happy couple is visiting Dollywood in Tennessee for their honeymoon. They plan to live in Jacksonville, North Carolina while Caleb is stationed at Camp Lejeune. He's been serving in the Marines for 3 years.

Courtesy of Today 

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