T + K Wedding

There is something about two people randomly finding each other in this vast expanse of land and sea, and committing to one another for as long as they live. Finding that person, or them finding you...I can imagine it's an incredible experience; something too rare and valuable for words. I got to witness a small part of that on Sunday at a dear friend's wedding. Unfortunately, stomach troubles kept me from the majority of the festivities, but I got a few instax photos. I wish nothing but the best for these two crazyadorable kids, and I'm so honored that I was able to lend a hand with some of the decorations (more on that later). Congratulations lovebirds! 

And I hope YOU lovelies had an amazing weekend. MUAH.

xo

Pictures or it didn't happen.

Hey, we were at the wedding too! Of course, I spent most of the time with my face glued to the camera (leaving The Boyfriend at the mercy of my teenage brother, poor thing...haha) but I grabbed my sister for five seconds to take some shots of us, because we never take photos at these things, and that's sad. I have five cameras with at least two in tow at any given moment, and you would think that being as photoexperimental as I am try to be, he'd be the main target of my shots. You would think. But you would be wrong. Blame my dumb phone with it's dumb camera for the lack of shots, or something. ANYWAY. This time we made it happen though, and I'm happy. Just another crazy couple at some beautiful backyard wedding. Ok, I take full responsibility for the crazy. He's pretty stoic for these things, but I can't take a 'normal face' picture to save my life. EXCEPT for the one up top: that's a historical moment people, captured on film for all eternity. The one time she actually smiled  something decent and no one complained (like they usually do) "Jessica, make a normal face! A normal one! Be normal! Stop with the crazytown!" Sorry mom, sister, Boyfriend, whosoeverbetakinmyphoto/beinthephotowithme: being "normal" (whatever that means) is not exactly in my repertoire, and I've proven time and time again that I'm incapable of normal face, so get over it. I love you, so love my notsonormalface. Embrace the crazy. 

I do. 

The Boyfriend does too (I think). 

PS we're matching? Like always? Show up lookin' like we planned that shiz. We're just on a level I think. Also, get a load of my eyeballs. And me + abuela Lela getting crazy by the margarita machine (duh). And my broseph doing some interpretive dance in the foliage. And the fact that my mom looks like she's dancing but really she's trying to maneuver out of the situation.

  I love my family way too much sometimes. All the times. All of the times I love them. 

Mr. & Mrs. Carson

Wedding photo sharathon! It was a simple, beautiful ceremony, and everyone pulled together to make it such a special day. My sister and grandma made the cakes (groom's was chocolate, and the bride's had a vanilla tier and a red velvet tier. The cake topper even had a man in a naval uniform. I mean.come.on.) The weather was perfect (aside from being abilliondegrees- but no rain! Thank goodness!) and I just couldn't be happier for my cousin! Wasn't her dress just stunning, btw?! I was like GIRLPLEASECANYOUGETANYMOREGORGEOUS?! Josh is one lucky guy, and I'm pretty sure he knows it (: 

And guys, this post just wouldn't be complete without the big moment at the altar. 

Music: Thieving by Lovedrug

Amen to THAT. 

Ladies and gents, a few days ago I was asked to shoot my cousin's wedding. Which is today. Needless to say I'm REALLY excited and RIDICULOUSLY outtamymind nervous. It's a casual ceremony, and my aunt and uncle trust my skills (apparently, haha) SO I'm gearin' up for the challenge. I mean, I'm no pro. But I'm also not a complete idiot. So fingers crossed? Again, Neil Gaiman, your words prove encouraging in the face of insecurity:  “Pretend you’re someone who can do it…and just behave like they would!”

Amen to that. 

Anyone have some fun stories about that one time they shot a wedding and it was awesome? Or awful? Or just plain hilarious? Because I'm sure I'll have plenty of my own gaffes and victories to share, ha. Happy weekend!

The Boyfriend and I are going to a wedding today. His best friend is getting married! The lovely couple has been together for years and I’m so excited to share in their special day. Congratulations you guys!

What exciting things are you doing this weekend?