Aurelie and Jarod are an extremely special couple to my family. Aurelie or ‘Miss Young’ as she was known to my daughter, was Little S’s preschool teacher for two years at her French immersion preschool and is someone that we will always be grateful to for teaching our daughter French. Jarod and I were in French class together too, but alas, we are not as good as either Aurelie OR my daughter.

Aurelie and Jarod had originally planned a wedding in France, where Aurelie is from, but due to logistics and time and just wanting to be married, they decided to have the wedding sooner in their adopted hometown of Austin. I’m so glad they did, because it meant that I was able to be there. Family from London, Pennslyvania and France all flew in to attend.

These two incorporated things they loved about Austin, with some lovely French traditions and inspirations. Aurelie’s sister Skyped the ceremony for her Grandmother in France and we all got treated to a Bordeaux region toast over creme brulee cupcakes and champagne.

Small, French-speaking pre-schoolers abounded and it was just a lovely, lovely morning. I was thrilled to be there and wish these two nothing but the best in life.

Happy New Year!

Jan and Dave are two of the coolest and most fun people I have ever met. They travel, they golf, they know how to have a good time and so do their friends. The dancing and fun at this wedding was unbelievable. The happiness of this couple and all of their loved ones was also tangible. So many people were SO excited for this wedding and it showed. I was so thrilled to be a part of it.

They spent their day at the always amazing Four Seasons Austin in the middle of our scorchy, hot summer. One of my favorite things about the Four Seasons is the lawn always feels about 10 degrees cooler than the outside air. I don’t know how they manage that, but it’s kind of magic.

The reception was a giant, beautiful party! I went overboard with decor shots below, because, it was kind of flawless. Jan and Dave have amazing taste and when you combine that with the talents of Becky Brock of BZ Events, you get something incredible, as you will see. Their friends also secretly rehearsed a flash mob dance that they surprised the couple with after they had finished their first dance. Too fun!

I also have to thank the always fun James Dvorscak for shooting this wedding with me. He’s such a delight.

Jan and Dave, thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of your wedding! You guys rock!

Venue, Catering and Cake: The Four Seasons Austin

Event planning, decor and coordination: Becky Brock (and Megan and Henry) of BZ Events

Floral: Unexpected Elements

Stationary: Anibella Ink and Paper

Second Shooter: James Dvorscak

Band: Sauce

Dress: Marchesa

Shoes: Jimmy Choo (2 pairs! Heavenly)

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But there is SO much goodness coming your way once I get my head above water. Fall, you have been phenomenal so far! I can’t wait to tell you about the skeleton guy!

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Jennifer and David were married at The Terrace Club in Dripping Springs on one of our million hot days this summer. It was a sweet and genuine day with lots of love poured into it. I know Jennifer spent many hours designing and crafting away to add a personal touch to their wedding.

This wedding also had some of the most fun dancing! Breakdancing! The Limbo! David and his work friends cutting loose! Justin Bieber sing-a-long! All of that and more. Fun fact – David knows all of the dance moves to ‘Bye, Bye, Bye’.  Nice. I like when people come ready to have a good time.

Many thanks to The Terrace Club for the lovely hospitality and especially to James, who second shot this wedding with me. Some of his photos are below as well.

Extra special thanks to David and Jennifer for having me along on this awesome day. You two have been such a pleasure and I wish you nothing but the best!

Shot of the day right here people… James took this one. It’s right before the ceremony and I keep coming back to admire it. The people that second shoot with me humble me with their talent! There is so much emotion here.

The toasts were funny, sweet and very touching.

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Amy and her girls got ready in a super charming house in downtown Fredericksburg. For a photographer, it was a great location. Bright and airy and full of charm. Kepper got ready at his parents equally charming home in Fredericksburg.

Amy and Kepper’s ceremony was unique in that it featured readings from two former Presidents; John Adams and Ronald Reagan. The readings were love letters to their wives and the letters made me happy that my camera has autofocus, because I was a little misty after hearing them. I love unusual, personal elements in a wedding ceremony!

I liked them so much, I went and found one on the ol’ interwebs. It is below and I hope you enjoy. It’s from Ronald Reagan to Nancy Reagan on their wedding anniversary.

Aboard Air Force One

March 4 1983

Dear First Lady,

I know tradition has it that on this morning I place cards Happy Anniversary cards on your breakfast tray. But things are somewhat mixed up. I substituted a gift & delivered it a few weeks ago.

Still this is the day, the day that marks 31 years of such happiness as comes to few men. I told you once that it was like an adolescent’s dream of what marriage should be like. That hasn’t changed.

You know I love the ranch but these last two days made it plain I only love it when you are there. Come to think of it that’s true of every place & every time. When you aren’t there I’m no place, just lost in time & space.

I more than love you, I’m not whole without you. You are life itself to me. When you are gone I’m waiting for you to return so I can start living again.

Happy Anniversary & thank you for 31 wonderful years.

I love you

Your Grateful Husband

I mean, right?! Wow.

Amy has the best big smile and most contagious laugh. You’ll see it several more times in this post. Love. Her.

Big thanks to Jasper Eisenberg from Elizabeth Harris Events for making the day run smoothly and being an all around delightful person. The rest of the vendor information is below.

Ceremony – Trinity Lutheran Church

Reception & Catering – Becker Vineyards

Coordinator Jasper Eisenberg with Elizabeth Harris Events

Second Shooter – Dave McLaughlin

Floral – Sprout

Cake – Sophie’s Choice Bakery

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