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Teresa & Sam

"Since it's physically impossible for you to be the big spoon to my little spoon, you will always be my jetpack.  I know we are meant to be together, because for the first time in my life, I want to be a better man because of my partner, not just because of me.  You are constantly in my thoughts, what can I do today to help you catch your breath, or have it taken away.  What bad joke can I say to see your beautiful smile, or hear your contagious laugh.  Being with you, I have replaced my selfishness with selflessness for you..."    ~ Sam's vows for Teresa

"I have decided that you should keep me around on the off-chance that there is a zombie apocalypse.  I have many skill-sets and attributes, that will help keep both of us alive.... I'm in good shape, so I can outrun zombies, and almost keep up with you.  I'm small, so I don't eat much, and I can hide in small spaces.  I'm also hilarious... even if you are the last two humans on earth, we know there is a good chance the species will survive... and here we are, saying our vows before the zombies can make it to Tahoe.  ~Teresa's vows for Sam

These vows were punctuated by a mid-ceremony tattoo reveal!  Both Teresa and Sam selected temporary tattoos that the other HAD to wear.  Neither knew what tattoo the other had chosen for them.. until the ceremony for everyone to see.  Sam's groomsmen placed his, out of site, under his sleeve and Teresa's girls placed hers on the back of her leg, so she couldn't see...

These are only small examples of the fun and playful wedding that Sam and Teresa planned together.  It was an honor to capture it for them.

 

 

Sharron & Martin

Natural outdoor beauty has been the corner stone of the relationship between Martin and Sharron.  It was so appropriate that they chose a secluded log house under the shadow of Mt. Shasta in Oregon for their wedding vows.  It was also perfect that we had rush to move all the reception tables inside as a massive rainstorm rolled in, complete with rainbows and thunder.