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Caitlin had one of the most relaxed bridal sessions I have ever shot. It was just me, her, my camera, and a boatload of pollen. I can't stress enough how awesome it is when a bride comes without a huge entourage to possibly make her feel uncomfortable and self conscious. Not too many people besides professional models do well in the situations...just my 50 cents.
That being said...with the session not so far behind us, I knew the wedding would follow suit.
There were so many moments from the wedding that I loved...Caitlin's sons walking/pushing each other down the aisle. Caitlin's son Gavin trying to cut the wedding cake...The horse Austin was a benefactor also.
Probably the coolest wedding gift ever, was given at this wedding. Caitlin had a guitar made for Daniel by one of his best friends. They said that one night they were in the car together...Caitlin happened to be in the backseat taking notes and listening as Daniel mentioned what the most perfect guitar would look and feel like, down to the color and everything. She took good notes and had the exact guitar of his dreams fabricated by one his closest friends. He was shocked and excited and well speechless.
I wish these two a life of great love and great music!!!
That being said...with the session not so far behind us, I knew the wedding would follow suit.
There were so many moments from the wedding that I loved...Caitlin's sons walking/pushing each other down the aisle. Caitlin's son Gavin trying to cut the wedding cake...The horse Austin was a benefactor also.
Probably the coolest wedding gift ever, was given at this wedding. Caitlin had a guitar made for Daniel by one of his best friends. They said that one night they were in the car together...Caitlin happened to be in the backseat taking notes and listening as Daniel mentioned what the most perfect guitar would look and feel like, down to the color and everything. She took good notes and had the exact guitar of his dreams fabricated by one his closest friends. He was shocked and excited and well speechless.
I wish these two a life of great love and great music!!!
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So I got to skype with my gorgeous husband today for the first time. We tried a few weeks ago...but it kept freezing our faces and it was sort of freaky so we just called it quits.
It seems like forever since I have seen him laugh or smile or just look at me.
I have plastered his face around our house so that the kids, and me too, can see him wherever they go, but it just isn't the same as real emotions. We talk about once a day, if I am lucky, but in those conversations it is bill due dates, whether or not his unit is moving to "no hope Pope" (Pope Air Force Base), and updates on the kiddos and what they are up to. I put him on speaker sometimes so he can discipline from afar, if needed, and stuff like that. It has only been about 8 weeks, but it seems like an eternity. There are so many moments I wish I could do over and could relive again...I feel like I am missing a limb. But regret will get you no where. I just have to live for my kiddos and this summer and each moment.
"There are only four questions of value in life.
What is sacred?
Of what is the spirit made of?
What is worth living for?
What is worth dying for?
The answer to each is the same. Only love."
-- Don Juan Demarco
All that being said a funny pic (thanks to Caitlin, Daniel & the horse) to brighten your hump day...here's to seven hours of uninterrupted sleep...yeah right!
It seems like forever since I have seen him laugh or smile or just look at me.
I have plastered his face around our house so that the kids, and me too, can see him wherever they go, but it just isn't the same as real emotions. We talk about once a day, if I am lucky, but in those conversations it is bill due dates, whether or not his unit is moving to "no hope Pope" (Pope Air Force Base), and updates on the kiddos and what they are up to. I put him on speaker sometimes so he can discipline from afar, if needed, and stuff like that. It has only been about 8 weeks, but it seems like an eternity. There are so many moments I wish I could do over and could relive again...I feel like I am missing a limb. But regret will get you no where. I just have to live for my kiddos and this summer and each moment.
"There are only four questions of value in life.
What is sacred?
Of what is the spirit made of?
What is worth living for?
What is worth dying for?
The answer to each is the same. Only love."
-- Don Juan Demarco
All that being said a funny pic (thanks to Caitlin, Daniel & the horse) to brighten your hump day...here's to seven hours of uninterrupted sleep...yeah right!
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Darlene Williams says:
Caitlin said the horse just sneezed on her lol, more,more!!!
(05.14.10 @ 11:21 PM)
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Here is the sequel to Laura and David's beautiful Columbia Wedding. Below you will find vendor info for the wedding that was styled by Lizzy and Laura's Mom Cindy! Lizzy is contemplating a wedding planning biz and I think she has found her life's work (besides the fantastic work her and her husband are doing in Africa). I loved the flowers and the details of this wedding so much...hope you enjoy!
Fantastic Vendor Info:
Venue, ceremony + reception: The Hall at Senate's End
Dress: Hayden Olivia in Charlotte, NC
Dress Designer: Tara Keely
Bride's earrings and necklace were her great grandmothers
Bmaid's dresses: JCrew (girls got to choose the shade of purple and the style and their own shoes, hair, and jewelry)
Guy's suits: Express
Florist: American Floral
Wedding Stylings: the fantabulous Lizzy Lancaster & Mrs. Cindy McCartney
Fantastic Vendor Info:
Venue, ceremony + reception: The Hall at Senate's End
Cake: Vintage Bakery
Dress: Hayden Olivia in Charlotte, NC
Dress Designer: Tara Keely
Bride's earrings and necklace were her great grandmothers
Bmaid's dresses: JCrew (girls got to choose the shade of purple and the style and their own shoes, hair, and jewelry)
Guy's suits: Express
Florist: American Floral
Wedding Stylings: the fantabulous Lizzy Lancaster & Mrs. Cindy McCartney
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Suzanne Switzer says:
Ashley: These are wonderful!! I especially love the one taken during the ceremony from behind the minister. The couple pictures of Dave and Laura are so precious. I do not think that I have ever seen Dave laugh that hard!! Thanks again, Suzanne
(05.06.10 @ 11:26 AM)
Kiley Stephens says:
Ashley you are SUCH an inspiration and I can't wait for you to shoot our wedding!!! And I know we're going to have a fabulous time doing my bridal portraits too!! Beautiful images as always :)
(05.06.10 @ 07:48 PM)
Cindy McCartney says:
Thank you for capturing these special moments! Love all of them! One more to add the the vendor list. Ben Umberger did the music for us and he was awesome!
(05.10.10 @ 06:49 PM)
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