oh yeah, friday, friends, and sushi.

I am just so very thankful right now! We just got back from din with Benji and Jen(bride and groom from a few months ago and our good friends now!) who are visiting town and had such a lovely time. I cant even believe how awesome it is that God totally hand picks our clients for us and makes it about so much more than just a job and a service. We are made for eachother and make beautiful moments together. ah, i love it! Jen, Benji, I love you guys! I am so thankful for you and your beautiful oneness!

we have made it through the first two!

Years of marriage that is! On Monday we celebrated the close of our second year as husband and wife. We spent some time recapping and I reminded Brandon with things like " two years ago right now I was eagerly waiting to walk out into the ceremony." "Two years ago right now we were already married and off to the cabin”
We had a relaxing day with no cell phones or emails or computers. We didn’t work at all, can you believe it! Ok, so I did do a bit of work but it was while Brandon was in the shower. :) I have a problem I know.... We went to The Avila Barn and picked out pumpkins, pet the animals, ate cobbler and ice cream, and enjoyed the day. We ran into the Milhollands there which was random. ok who are the Milhollands you ask? It all started last year this week at Bryan and Danielle's wedding. Amanda Milholland was the Maid of Honor and we met then. A few months later Amanda refered us to Stephanie and Eli and at that wedding Jen (then Barker now Horning) sang and we just shot her wedding a bit ago. So it is this wonderful web of friends and Amanda has been a great promoter for us and it helps that we love her and the lovely people she surrounds herself with. They have all been amazing. We love you Amanda! Can't wait for your turn! no rush though, really! :)
Here are some pics from our day-o-blissful-love
Yeah, the brownies were at the barn and I couldn't resist. it takes me back! arent they cute! Can't wait to see what the third year brings ! I love you Brandon!

The Fortini Girls

I had the honor of shooting some of my favorite people. Ella is pretty much the raddest kid I have ever met. The type of kid I feel like I could call up and hang out with. I love the girl. Her mom, Marisa, is one major reason Ella is so cool so shooting these was quite enjoyable. Here are some of my favorites from the session... Marisa is gorgeous and is so easy to photograph!
I am so excited to meet Lucy(in womb) in a few months.

and so they became Jenji ...

Two became one! Jen and Benji are now affectionately called Jenji. (Yes, just like Bennifer and Brangelina.) Their wedding was awesome! We arrived in San Diego the Friday before and we central coastians were shocked by the tropical weather. It was in the midst of that heat wave that swept through. The humidity definitely added to the destination feel.
The ceremony took place in the cutest chapel on Coronado Island. It was so festive with the amazing and colorful stained glass. Then we indulged in love on a beach in La Jolla before the reception. In our first email exchange Jen said "We are putting aside a few hours in between the ceremony and reception so we can take pictures. We just want beautiful images." My heart pitter-patter. Thank you seagull While at the beach onlookers asked in whispers "who are they?" thinking Jen and Benji and their entourage were a movie star duo just as they had during the engagements. "Jenji" we replied.
At the reception we dined on spicy food and cheesecake. Then Benji and Jen serenaded each other with song. They are such talented artists! I am so excited to see them grow together
The Hornings and Barkers are two amazing families. They have this exuberant love for the Lord and they radiate with it and fill your heart with joy just being around them! (Wow that sounds so cheesy but it is SO true) I am in love with all of them and their family dynamics. Jen, Benji, make babies already! :]