A week after their Asian ceremony, Sorina and David Highfield exchanged vows at Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, CA. We had a long day, but it was an eventful one. The reception was crazy fun: so many people! Some familiar faces were a sight for sore eyes [Pamela, Melissa, Veronica, Edith, Keith, Dennis and Sekla]… It’s been too long since.

To the happy couple, it was a pleasure. I wish you both nothing but the best.

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“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” [John 13:34-35]

I got a pleasant call from a high school friend when she told me she was getting married. I hadn’t seen Sorina for a good five years though we’ve known each other since we were in middle school. Besides being a guest, Rina asked if I’d photograph her wedding. Oh, and that there would be two ceremonies: an Asian ceremony and a Christian ceremony the following weekend. I was taken aback when I realized that the Asian Ceremony was going to kickoff the next day. No pressure, right?

With a bit of schedule rearranging, I was able to cover the Asian Ceremony the next day. The intricate preparation for the bride and her ladies, from the clothing to the jewelry–tiara, earrings, bracelets, etc–was beyond anything that I have ever seen. I walked away from the event realizing that though a wedding is a joining of two individuals, it was also about bringing families together.

Sorina and David, thank you for allowing me to be a part of your wedding. It was a great way to end 2007 and start off 2008.

NOTE: I’m doing some final edits but will be posting some of the Christian ceremony photos soon. So, stay tuned for my next post…

Congrats to Maria and Sal on their wedding. I’m so happy I got to photograph their special day, especially knowing how camera shy they are. You guys were great! Thanks for braving the chill!

[Sal (and little Sheila), welcome to the family.]

Tiffany and Dennis, it was a pleasure. The event was filled with friends and family to support a great couple. I had fun even if nothing went according to schedule! I really felt like I walked away having just celebrated the evening.

Thanks Rick for allowing me to second shoot at the La Quinta wedding. The bride and groom were so nice. It was a beautiful day with a beautiful couple.

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This was a treat to witness with the three generations of women.