The Wedding Standard Magazine Issue/No. 001 (Central Coast Edition)

letter from cameron Welcome to The Wedding Standard’s first online magazine! We are thrilled to share with you an inspiring publication that will help connect couples with artists and venues on the Central Coast of California! Our purpose is to connect wedding-planning-couples to the great wealth of talent, love and creativity that exists in the wedding industry on the Central Coast while sparing you the weeding-through-the-worthy-vendors process. We exist to make wedding planning an enjoyable and inspiring experience for couples so they can focus on personalizing their wedding without the worry of “Who do I trust?!”

While planning a wedding can feel like arranging a three ring circus at times, it is your chance to throw the most custom party of your lives! It’s the opportunity to celebrate TWO becoming ONE…with style; your style. Your wedding should be a reflection of who you are as a brand-new-person! At the end of the day you’re not just planning a party, you’re designing an event. You will craft this celebration around what and who is significant to you, what colors and flowers speak to you, and the importance of your traditions or ceremonies. While there are thousands of vendors out there who offer “wedding services,” you want to book the unique ones who are filled with integrity, creativity, and passion for their craft. Those with the highest standard for detail and customer service who see their work as art, not just “work.” You deserve to plan alongside vendors who will help cater their services to help you perfect your special day!

This e-zine is a small glimpse into a wonderful world of weddings here on the Central Coast. We are so thankful to all of those who have contributed to kick off our first edition! Hopefully more will follow in the years to come with many more contributors and creative concepts. Until then, we hope The Wedding Standard will help you find the wedding artists and venues that will make your event an expression of just how awesome and unique you are!

Much Love!

Cameron Ingalls Photographer and Promoter

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about jess of paper sky If you love this publication Jessica is to blame! This was all... her... idea. It happened one day when I was visiting her shop, Paper Sky, talking about with her about all of the changes we were making with The Wedding Standard. She blurted out, “We could make an online magazine!” My first response was, “You’re crazy...” My second was, “Why not?! Let’s do this!”

Many months of early morning coffee brainstorming sessions, a creative team of talented artists, and countless late night hours staring into the glow of our laptop monitors have made this magazine happen and we all have Jess to thank! She has spearheaded the layout and design and has given much more than any of us will know.

If you don’t know Jess I encourage you to stop by Paper Sky in the heart of downtown SLO. It’s like taking a walk through her wonderfully creative brain. She is a fantastic designer and truly a wonderful person. Her dry humor, profuse talent and down to earth humility have made this magazine a joy to create together!

And if you’re real nice to her maybe we’ll do it all again next year.

about april of april flowers April is synonymous with all things beautiful. I mean her name is one of the most amazing months of the year for peets sake!

April… the start of the season when life and color springs sporadically from the dead of winter. It’s no wonder that she is obsessed with flowers and insanely skilled at arranging them in never before imagined possibilities! She has an instinct for details in design all the while aware of the bigger picture. April has been so valuable to the heart and flow of this publication.

She spent many mornings brainstorming and creating with us; sometimes baby in tow. Thanks to April for making time during this special season of the start of motherhood. Spring has certainly sprung for April and her family!

about whitney of goldspark Whitney is one of those people that come along and is a treasure to those she serves. That has been the case for Jessica at Paper Sky over the past few years and most recently for us with this publication. Because Whitney has collaborated with Jess on invitations and design in the past she was a seamless contributor to our design process. The two of them share the same humorous creative brain and because of that lots of laughs were had and a magazine was born. She had a beautiful baby before our launch but continued to deliver content because she’s just that awesome!

We are excited to see her career as a calligrapher and letter press craftswoman grow in the future.

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table contents editor’s note 1-2 top notch cake toppers 5-10 ceremony to reception 11-14

diy transitional looks for your big day

Inspiration shoot: This modern Love 15-34 Real wedding: Kurt & Emily 35-54 Real advice with Married for keeps

wedding day jitters by Vickey kriwinski 55-58

Venue spotlight: La familia Ranch 59-68 3

Inspiration shoot: into the woods 69-90 2013 HAUTE COLORS with April flowers 91-92 real wedding: Charla and John 93-110 Venue Q & A with The Grace Maralyn Estate 111-114 inspiration shoot: pooh bear gets his honey 115-132 Wedding mixtape with Dj Malik Miko Thorne 133-134 inspiration shoot: come away with me 135-150 Real wedding: Kelly & Aaron 151-170 Contact us: 4

top notch cake toppers Inspired shoot by Lisa Leonard

photography: -alexandra Creswell cakes: -enjoy cupcakes cake toppers: -lisa leonard designs -paper sky FLORIST: -TRACY WAPLES

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“A classy take on woodsy. I spray painted some plastic deer, glued them on a wooden platform and made an arch of bells, copper wire and moss. It took me about 20 minutes and cost around $10!�

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was a ton of fun to incorporate the beautiful fruit with the stunning florals. ept all the cakes white for this one and accessorized with metal cake stands and floral and metal toppers.�

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k with an awesome matte lipstick in "Electric Pink"

shbox and added some fun earrings by Saylor

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diy updo Tutorial #1 -RUB CHALK PASTELS ALONG ENDS OF HAIR

#2 -MAKE LOW TOPSY TURVY PONYTAIL

#3 -WIND PONYTAIL INTO LOW SWIRL BUN AND SECURE WITH BOBBY PINS

#4 -SECURE BANGS WITH BOBBY PINS & ENJOY YOUR RECEPTION WITH A BRAND NEW LOOK!

Rhyan Townsend [rhyantownsend.com]

How long have you been working in the wedding industry and how did you get your start?

BEFORE COSMETOLOGY SCHOOL I DID HAIR AND MAKEUP FOR MY BEAUTIFUL FRIEND SHANNON'S WEDDING. HER HUSBAND JORDAN WAS ACTUALLY THE ONE TO SUGGEST I PURSUE A CAREER IN HAIR AND MAKEUP, WHICH WAS ODDLY INSIGHTFUL COMING FROM A GUY'S GUY, MARINE! WHY DIDN'T I THINK OF THAT?! THANK YOU FOR THE AMAZING SUGGESTION SHANNON AND JORDY!

What is your utmost favorite thing or moment that happens at a wedding and why?

I LOVE WHEN THE BRIDE SEE'S HER COMPLETE LOOK FOR THE FIRST TIME. HAIR + MAKEUP + DRESS + SPARKLES= MAGIC!

What inspired this shoot?

I HAVE HAD SEVERAL BRIDES OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS EXPRESS A DESIRE TO HAVE A DIFFERENT LOOK FOR THEIR CEREMONY AND RECEPTION, SO WHEN WHITNEY FROM THE WEDDING STANDARD SUGGESTED THIS SHOOT I WAS 100% ON BOARD! I LOVE THAT ELEMENT OF SURPRISE THAT COMES FROM A SLIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF HAIR AND MAKEUP. I WANTED TO KEEP THE TRANSITION REALISTIC; SOMETHING THAT WOULD ONLY TAKE A FEW MINUTES BUT WOULD ADD THAT "WOW" FACTOR. I ALSO WANTED TO INCORPORATE FUN TRENDS WE HAVE ALL BEEN SEEING ON THE RUNWAY BUT HAVEN'T BEEN TRANSLATED INTO BRIDAL STYLES YET. I HOPE YOU LIKE WHAT WE'VE COME UP WITH

What trends would you love to see up and coming in the wedding industry?

WHAT I REALLY WOULD LOVE TO SEE IN THE WEDDING INDUSTRY IS NOT NECESSARILY A TREND BUT RATHER MORE OF A SENSE OF ADVENTURE AND CREATIVITY. JUST HAVE FUN WITH YOUR STYLE, THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX, AND WEAR WHAT MAKES YOU FEEL BEAUTIFUL.

If you could use three words to describe yourself what would they be?

HAPPY. CREATIVE. HAPPY.

Coffee or Tea?

COFFEE IN THE MORNING AND TEA IN THE AFTERNOON

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PHOTOGRAPHER: DANIELLE CAPITO PHOTOGRAPHY DRESS DESIGNER: MISS BRACHE EVENT PLANNER: DAVIA LEE EVENTS FLORAL: TWIGSS FLORAL STUDIO CAKE: COUTURE CAKES BY BRIANNA MICHELLE LINENS AND COVERINGS: LATAVOLA LINENS EQUIPMENT RENTALS: CLASSIC PARTY RENTALS SHOES: STEVE MADDEN TUXEDO AND MENS ATTIRE: MEN'S WAREHOUSE DIY OR HANDMADE GOODS DESIGNER: GLITTER FARM HAIR AND MAKEUP: {EVER AFTER} ARTISTRY

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Wedding problem solvers

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danielle capito daniellecapitophotography.com What inspired this shoot?

I'D BEEN WANTING TO DO A POOL-SIDE WEDDING STYLED SHOOT FOR A WHILE NOW. THE WEDDING STANDARD E-MAGAZINE WAS THE PERFECT REASON FOR US TO ALL COME TOGETHER AND PULL IT OFF! I'D SEEN A POOL IMAGE ON PINTEREST AND RAN WITH THAT! WHEN I ASKED DAVIA LEE EVENTS AND TWIGSS FLORAL STUDIO TO JOIN IN, THEY BROUGHT EVEN MORE AMAZING IDEAS THAT REALLY MADE THIS SHOOT COHESIVE!

Where are you from and what brought you to the Central Coast?

I'M ORIGINALLY FROM PLEASANTON, 3 HOURS NORTH OF SAN LUIS OBISPO IN THE BAY AREA. I WAS BORN AND RAISED THERE, AND MOVED DOWN TO SAN LUIS OBISPO A LITTLE OVER 3 YEARS AGO WITH MY BOYFRIEND ADAM TO ATTEND CAL POLY. MY BEST FRIEND WENT TO CAL POLY FIRST AND CONVINCED ME THAT SLO WAS AWESOME. I'M SO THANKFUL SHE DID BECAUSE I COULDN'T IMAGINE LIVING ANYWHERE ELSE.

How long have you been working in the wedding industry and how did you get your start?

I'VE BEEN WORKING IN THE WEDDING INDUSTRY FOR 3 YEARS NOW. I ORIGINALLY STARTED OUT WANTING TO BE A FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER, AND THEN REALIZED I COULD COMBINE MY LOVE OF PHOTOGRAPHY AND FASHION BY PHOTOGRAPHING WEDDINGS! WHEN I MOVED DOWN TO SAN LUIS OBISPO A FEW YEARS AGO I SECOND SHOT A WEDDING AND INSTANTLY FELL IN LOVE WITH IT!! THAT YEAR I SHOT 9 WEDDINGS ON MY OWN AND THE REST IS HISTORY.

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What is your utmost favorite thing or moment that happens at a wedding and why?

I LOVE THE TOASTS THAT THE BRIDE AND GROOM'S FAMILY AND FRIENDS GIVE. I ALWAYS FIND MYSELF DYING OF LAUGHTER AND IN AWE OF HOW SWEET THE SPEECHES ARE. AND I ALSO LOVE SEEING THE DECOR EACH COUPLE CHOOSES WHICH MAKES THEIR WEDDING SO UNIQUE TO THEM!

What trends would you love to see up and coming in the wedding industry?

I WOULD LOVE TO SEE MORE ELABORATE SET-UPS AT THE ALTER FOR THE CEREMONY. I FEEL LIKE A LOT OF TIMES BRIDES PUT FORTH A LOT OF EFFORT IN OTHER PLACES AND THAT AREA JUST GETS LEFT WITH A FEW FLOWERS. I'VE SEEN SOME SUPER AWESOME IDEAS SO I HOPE TO SEE THAT MORE IN THE FUTURE!!

If you could use three words to describe yourself what would they be?

TALKATIVE. SILLY. DRIVEN.

Coffee or Tea?

TEA! I DON'T REALLY LIKE THE SMELL OF COFFEE AND I CAN'T DRINK THAT MUCH CAFFEINE. I GET JITTERY... HAHA.

If you were an animal what kind would you be and why?

I WOULD BE A CUTE DOGGY WHO LIVES WITH A LOVING FAMILY! I ADORE MY MINI GOLDENDOODLE, SAWYER, AND THINK HE HAS SUCH AN AWESOME LIFE. HE NAPS ALL DAY, COOKIES, BELLY RUBS... WHAT A GOOD LIFE!

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“Girl Meets Boy... Kurt and I both grew up in San Luis Obispo. Our childhood paths crossed often, bu wasn't until a cold January night in 2005 that we "met" through long time mutual friends. Our friendship and love quickly grew over the years. Kurt asked me to be his wife on a sunrise hike at top of San Luis Mountain. It was one of the most precious moments in our story.�

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“Nikki from Fluid Bloom was also amazing. Her delicate floral arrangements were the perfect compliment for the rustic barn. Nikki also worked with me in creating a unique and special incorporate my late grandfather's memory into my day. My bridal bouquet was wrapped in on signature ties. It also worked as my something blue! A special smile happened when I saw Kurt first time and noticed that a bit of Grandpa's tie was also in his boutonniere.�

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“Mom and I are "paper-people". We much prefer writing a hand written letter then typing an e-mail. M has worked with Jessica and her team from Paper Sky for many different projects, so it was never reall question. We love her attention to detail, her creativity and the thousands of options she had availab

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“Judi from The Dana Powers House is amazing! She does a wedding almost every weekend in the year and gets booked far in advance, yet made me feel like I was the only lucky one! Her home, the grounds, and the barn area were immaculate and made for the most perfect party!�

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How to Avoid Wed Looking past the ceremony to your life together

Cold feet or nerves? Whatever you call it, it’s a common affliction, and the fodder for endless jokes. Movies like “Runaway Bride” and “While You Were Sleeping” poke fun at our tendency toward wedding day jitters One cause of unease stems from the stress of planning a wedding. Today’s nuptials can require a lot of planning, and with it a lot of stress. There are many decisions to be made; lots of vendors to meet. In addition, it is not uncommon for couples, and their families to incur large amounts of debt to pull off the wedding of their dreams. If the preparations have you uptight, perhaps it’s time to step back and reevaluate your wedding day plan. Agree on your budget and then stick to it. What “ingredients” are the most important to you? The photographer? The dress?

The caterer?

Maximize on those and minimize the components that aren’t priorities.

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Does your to-do list have too you delegate some of the tas pressured to include things t many guests, or a church w outdoors? Ask yourself the you evaluate your priorities a

Another root of wedding anx partner you’ve chosen, and m to that person.

Am i mak prepared to make this kind o what it takes to make it? To best dealt with prior to the yourself is key. One way to take a marriage prep, or a pre to explore the deeper issues where the divorce rate is high the perfect avenue to gain order to cope with what life w communication?

dding Day Jitters

o many to-do’s? Get help. Can sks on your list? Are you being that just aren’t “you”, like too wedding when you’d rather be hard questions. Be honest as and your budget.

xiety, is the concern about the making a lifetime commitment king the right choice? Am i of commitment? Do we have o be frank, these questions are e big day. Being honest with prevent that kind of fear is to e-marital class, it will help you with your fiancée. In a world her than ever, marriage prep is the couple skills you need in will throw at you. How is your

How well do you resolve your conflicts? What are your family backgrounds? Do you manage money well? Are you blending a family?

All of these issues can become insurmountable if you don’t have the tools to deal with them. Every couple has their issues. The key is knowing how to handle yours; learning how to accept your differences and capitalize on them.

Consider contacting a marriage counselor – many provide pre-marital counseling.

Ask around and see who is recommended. Another possibility is your local church or synagogue. Or try googling to see what’s available in your area.

Regardless of the price, consider it an investment into your future, and insurance against the wedding day jitters. It’s great to plan for your wedding day, but why not plan for your marriage?

VICKEY KRIWINSKI MARRIED FOR KEEPS, ARROYO GRANDE, CA

“I am so grateful we invested in marriage counseling! We uncovered a lot of things that we were able to work out BEFORE the honeymoon phase wore off! It was hard at the time, but I am so glad once we were married there weren't too many surprises. I really believe that our adjustment to marriage was so great because we were prepared to deal with our differences.” Marlene

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“Pre-marital counsel was THE best thing for our marriage. If nothing else, it gave us the same language to speak when we can't identify with each other. It put us on the same page. I can't recommend it enough.” Caleb

“Best thing My husband and I ever did!” Bethany

biggest take-away we had was that neither s were realistic about finances. We thought ould live on love. When the pastor made us budget, it was a total eye opener.” Pam

“It gave us a little bit of a dose of reality and address some of the issues we might face, as well as talk about some decisions such as finances and children which we never really discussed as deeply before.” Mark

‘My husband and I enrolled in pre-marital counseling and I can say in all truth that we are a closer couple for it.� The skills we learned have become integrated into the language we use to love each other, and maybe more importantly, how we communicate when we are having a disagreement.� The teachings imparted helpful ways to diffuse the hurt in an arguement and reinforce the connectedness we feel to each other so we can hear what our partner is saying and find the common ground that our union is built on.” Ali

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La Familia “old world sophistication” LAFAMILIARANCH.COM

PHOTOGRAPHY BY: MICHELLE WARREN

Q What is your venue's history?

G.D. SPRADLIN WAS A CHARACTER ACTOR IN L.A. IN THE ‘70S WHEN HE AND HIS WIFE DECIDED TO MOVE THEIR FAMILY TO A QUIETER, MORE SERENE LOCATION. THEY SETTLED ON SAN LUIS OBISPO THANKS TO ITS TEMPERATE CLIMATE AND ROLLING HILLSIDES, THEN PURCHASED THESE 650 ACRES IN THE LOS OSOS VALLEY, CALLING THE RANCH “LA FAMILIA” TO EMPHASIZE THEIR COMMITMENT TO FAMILY. SHORTLY THEREAFTER, THEIR TWO DAUGHTERS AND THEIR HUSBANDS BUILT HOMES ON THE PROPERTY. THE MAIN STRUCTURE, THE HACIENDA, HAS SERVED AS A GATHERING PLACE FOR THE FAMILY AND CLOSE FRIENDS EVER SINCE. AFTER TWO OF G.D.'S GRANDSONS HAD BEAUTIFUL WEDDINGS AT THE HACIENDA, VENDORS AND GUESTS KEPT TELLING US WHAT A UNIQUE, GORGEOUS SITE WE HAVE AND THAT WE SHOULD CONSIDER OPENING IT UP TO THE PUBLIC. SO WE HAVE, AND 2013 WILL BE OUR FIRST SEASON!

SHOWING THE PLACE TO POTENTIAL CLIENTS HAS BEEN A JOY, AS FIRST TIME VISITORS OFTEN LIGHT UP WHEN THEY ENTER THE GATED ESTATE AND TAKE IN THE SURROUNDINGS. WE'RE REALLY LOOKING FORWARD TO HOSTING FUTURE WEDDINGS AND SHARING THIS SPECIAL PLACE WITH COUPLES WHO FEEL A CONNECTION TO IT, TOO.

Q DESCRIBE YOUR ATMOSPHERE AND FEEL...

THE SPANISH COLONIAL STYLE ARCHITECTURE OF THE HOME EMOTES OLD WORLD SOPHISTICATION BUT THE OVERALL VIBE IS VERY RELAXED. IT'S A GREAT BLEND OF POLISHED AND ORGANIC. THE CEREMONY COURTYARD IS BLANKETED WITH FRESH CUT GRASS AND BORDERED BY NEAT ROSE BUSHES, LAVENDER, AND ROSEMARY. BUT AS A WORKING CATTLE RANCH, THE LOCATION ALSO OFFERS 360 DEGREE VIEWS OF PASTURELAND STUDDED WITH OAKS, AS WELL AS THE SEVEN SISTERS MOUNTAIN RANGE ON THE NORTH SIDE OF LOS OSOS VALLEY.

Q How many guests can your venue typically accommodate?

OUR SPACE IS IDEAL FOR SMALLER PARTIES OF 50 – 125, AND WE CAN ACCOMMODATE UP TO 150 GUESTS.

Q Do you offer your venue for rehearsal dinners?

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- ON-SITE SHUTTLE TO TRANS PARKING AREA TO THE EVE - DAY OF ACCESS TO THE HA READY - HEATERS, STRUNG LIGHTIN - SEPARATE, COVERED AREA - RENTAL COORDINATION

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YES. OUR MASTER SUITE IS WITH AN ADJOINING MIRR NEWLY RENOVATED, LARGE GETTING READY AND PRE-CE

Q What do you do as far as

WE COORDINATE RENTALS CLIENTS ORDER ALL OF THE I EVERYTHING IS SET UP AS P DON’T OFFER REHEARSAL, COORDINATION, BUT WE MA

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Reeda Gorham thequeenbees.com WHAT INSPIRED THIS SHOOT?

THE BEES POURED THEIR HEARTS INTO DESIGNING THIS SHOOT. OUR HOPE WAS THAT IT WOULD APPEAL TO MANY DIFFERENT TYPES OF BRIDES IN ALL AGES, SHAPES COLORS AND SIZES…ALL WITH THE NOTION THAT BEAUTY HAS NO DEFINITION. WE LOVE TO FIND THE EXQUISITNESS IN EVERY GIRL, WITH EVERY STROKE OF OUR BRUSH, HER HAIR AND MAKEUP WILL SIMPLY BE AN EXPRESSION OF WHO SHE IS AS A WOMAN, WHO SHE IS AS A BRIDE. EACH ONE OF OUR ARTISTS LOOK TO BRING OUT THE GREAT SENSE OF OUR BRIDE’S OWN STYLE AND SHOWCASE HER SIGNATURE SO SHE LOOKS DROP DEAD GORGEOUS IN THE PROCESS. THE HAIR AND MAKEUP IN THIS SHOOT WAS SOFT, FEMININE AND ORGANIC. THEY ALL LOOKED POSITIVELY DELICIOUS IN THEIR OWN STYLE. WITH IDEAS SO APPROACHABLE, SO CHIC, YOU’LL HAVE TO REMIND YOURSELF TO PUT THE MAGAZINE DOWN AND START TRYING THEM FOR YOUR SELF. WE HAVEN’T STOPPED SWOONING OVER THE PLETHORA OF GLORIOUS IMAGES CAPTURED BY CAMERON INGALLS AND ALEXANDRA CRESWELL.

WHERE ARE YOU FROM AND WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO THE CENTRAL COAST?

I AM FROM CALABASAS, MY FAMILY LIVED UP HERE SINCE I WAS A LITTLE GIRL, WHEN IT WAS TIME TO LEAVE L.A. I KNEW THIS WAS THE PERFECT PLACE TO CALL HOME.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN WORKING IN THE WEDDING INDUSTRY AND HOW DID YOU GET YOUR START? I HAVE BEEN IN THE INDUSTRY FOR ABOUT 7 YEARS AND STATED THE QUEENS BEES 3 YEARS AGO WHEN I REALLY SAW THE NEED FOR A STRONG, TALENTED AND DEPENDABLE BEAUTY TEAM.

WHAT IS YOUR UTMOST FAVORITE THING OR MOMENT THAT HAPPENS AT A WEDDING AND WHY? THE MOMENT WHEN OUR BRIDE REALIZES THIS IS HER DAY; IT HAPPENS EVERY SINGLE TIME IN OUR CHAIR. ITS THE MOMENT RIGHT BEFORE SHE PUTS HER DRESS ON, THE MOMENT WHEN WE HAND HER THE MIRROR. THAT MOMENT MAKES EVERYTHING WORTHWHILE!

IF YOU COULD USE THREE WORDS TO DESCRIBE YOURSELF WHAT WOULD THEY BE? PASSIONATE, DREAMER, GIVER

COFFEE OR TEA?

DO I HAVE TO CHOOSE IT DEPENDS ON THE MOMENT, BUT ALWAYS NONFAT FOAM AND CINNAMON.

IF YOU WERE AN ANIMAL WHAT KIND WOULD YOU BE AND WHY? THATS EASY. I WOULD BE A DOG, TO GIVE UNCONDITIONAL LOVE, AND BE LOVED; SUCH A HONEST UNCONDITIONAL LOVE.

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THE 2013 COLOR HAUTE BY: APRIL PEET @ APRIL FLOWERS

17–166 Poppy Red

16–136O Nectarine

12–1OO8 Linen

13–O756 Lemon Zest

LOOKING FOR A FRESH COLOR PALETTE FOR YOUR WEDDING FETE? ARE YOU BORED OF BLUSH PINKS +TAUPE, YELLOWS+GRAYS OR THE EVER PRESENT WHITES+CREAMS? TAKE A CUE FROM PANTONE AND INJECT SOME SERIOUS COLOR INTO YOUR FLORAL PALETTE. EACH SEASON PANTONE, THE ULTIMATE COLOR MASTERS WHEN IT COMES TO FASHION+HOME, RELEASE THEIR ‘FASHION COLOR REPORT’. SPRING 2013 IS CALLING FOR A PALETTE THAT ‘MIXES DYNAMIC BRIGHTS WITH NOVEL NEUTRALS TO CREATE A HARMONIOUS BALANCE’. THIS TREND REPORT GIVES THOSE WHO YEARN FOR A POP OF COLOR THE GREEN LIGHT TO MIX THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS FOR AN AESTHETIC THAT IS FRESH, UNIQUE AND ROMANTIC WITHOUT BEING SO SUBDUED.

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14–O446 Tender Shoots

GREEN IS A MAJOR PLA REPORT HOLDING THREE COLOR SPOTS WITH THE C ‘EMERALD’ AND ‘GRAYED SIDER: VIBURNUM, EUPHO PARROT TULIPS.

NEXT UP ON THE COLOR HAS TWO SPOTS WITH ‘M BLUE’. FLOWERS TO CON STANDARD HYACINTH, HY IA AND POWDER BLUE HYD

‘LINEN’, ‘POPPY RED’, ‘ -VIOLET’ AND ‘NECTARINE SPOTS. FLOWERS TO CON

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14–6O11 Grayed Jade

17–5641 Emerald

AYER IN THE SPRING 2013 OF THE TEN PROMINENT COLORS ‘TENDER SHOOTS’, JADE’. FLOWERS TO CONORBIA, BRUNIA OR GREEN

HOT LIST IS BLUE WHICH MONACO BLUE’ AND ‘DUSK NSIDER: GRAPE HYACINTH, YBRID DELPHINIUM, TWEEDDRANGEAS

‘LEMON ZEST’, ‘AFRICAN E’ CLAIM TO REST OF THE NSIDER: SAHARA ROSES,

16–412O Dusk Blue

19–3964 Monaco Blue

16–352O African Violet

CAFE AU LAIT DAHLIAS, RED RANUNCULUS, RED ANEMONES, YELLOW DAFFODILS, YELLOW COTTAGE ROSES, SOFT PURPLE LISSIANTHUS, VIOLET SWEET PEAS, ORANGE ICELANDIC POPPIES AND ROSE HIPS. SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY OFFERS THE PERFECT BACKDROP FOR ANY MIX OF THESE COLORS AS OUR VENUES ARE NAMELY OUTDOORS OFFERING THE BEST OF MOTHER NATURE’S PALETTE. IF YOUR VENUE BOASTS ROLLING HILLS, OAK TREES AND VINEYARDS ‘TENDER SHOOTS’ AND ‘LINEN’ ARE YOUR STARTERS. IF THE GORGEOUS BLUES OF THE PACIFIC ARE WHAT YOU FANCY, START WITH ‘LINEN’, ‘MONACO BLUE’ AND ‘DUSK BLUE’. STILL NEED HELPING PICKING A COMBO? TAKE A TIP FROM THESE COUPLES AND MIX UP YOUR FAVORITE TRENDING COLORS!

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Photography: Jen Rodriguez Venue: Holland ranch Coordinator: Jaime Holland Catering: Testa Catering florals: Jenny McNiece Cake: SLO Baked hair and makeup: the queens bees

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lents were definitely part of my inspiration! I wanted a soft romantic but rustic feeling. ng in the succulents brought a fun feel that perfectly matched what I was looking for and the Holland Ranch. I also loved burlap and any jute twine wrapped around something!�

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Girl Meets Boy... “It was a beautiful Indian summer night, Sept. 16th, 2009, with the Golden Gate Bridge and the twinkling lights of downtown San Francisco serving as the backdrop for our first meeting. Covered in sand, sweat, and dirt we both had just finished running a 3.5 mile race, The Corporate Challenge, out at Crissy Field.

John “Speedy Gonzales” ran at a blistering 6:30 mile pace, finishing in 22 mins…me? Let’s just say I made it across the finish line in time for pizza and beers.

While we both worked at the same company, neither one of us knew each other at the time. I was working in San Mateo, John in San Francisco.

As the raced came to an end, we made our way from Crissy Field, to the fabulous Final Final. I was walking with two guy friends from the San Mateo office. As John tells the story, he had strategically placed the two “married guys” (Vijay and Brett) on either side of me to prevent me from meeting any single guys. our company’s team was hosting a post-race beer and pizza party. It was here, at the Final Final, a sports bar, covered in sweat over stale pizza and beers we first met and fell in love…We still run this race every year and look back upon it as the way we first met! Our unofficial anniversary”.

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“I loved our ceremony. A close friend married us which was really special. But he also incorporated things that we admired in each other, and advice from our friends and family... giving it that very special touch. We didn't write our own vows, but we did search together for ones that we felt described us and had special meaning.�

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What is your venue's history?

We bought The Grace Maralyn Estate in the beginning of 2010 right af our daughter was born with the dream that this venue would be her co fund. Appropriately, we named the venue after our beautiful little girl.

The property needed a lot of love before we could start hosting weddin so we rented out our first house and moved into The Grace Maralyn Es while we worked around the clock preparing the new property for wed dings. I don't think we slept much in 2010 between the new venue an new baby but through a lot of prayer and dedication we prevailed.

Describe your atmosphere and feel.

Since the venue is a private residence and our guests check in on Frida the venue becomes a home where families gather from across the cou Not only that, but having the house for the weekend cuts in half the st level a wedding can bring because everything and everyone is onsite.

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Our historic barn decorates so beautifully and creates an warm rustic atmosphere for receptions. At night the overhead festival lighting creates a soft and romantic ambience.

How many guests can your venue typically accommodate?

150 guests is a really comfortable number. Our max occupancy is 200.

Do you offer your venue for rehearsal dinners?

We allow rehearsal and/or rehearsal dinners from 4 to 8:30 the day before the wedding.

What do you do as far as coordinationg the day of ?

We have an amazing day of coordinator! She keeps weddings at The Grace Maralyn on track and running smoothly. She is invaluable!

What amenities come with the venue?

-Tw o nig ht stay in the hou se, whi ch slee ps 14 peop le -Tables and beautiful dark wood chairs for up to 200 guests -An A.V. syst em in the bar n for slid esho ws, etc.

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How does setup and teardown go down?

We setup our tables and chairs in the morning and put them away at night. A teamof us are there to help during the setup and teardown process.

What time does the party have to end?

To stay in line with the county noise ordinance, music and all events have to be concluded by 10p.m.

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Anything else unique you might want to add about your venue?

We allow dogs at the venue, which for some, is very important..

Also, we havean incredible secret spot for sunset pictures! Behind our house is a hidden hill with old oaks trees and stunning views overlooking Santa Margarita. With the right photographer, you'll get the most epic pictures ever!

Owners Josh & Katherine Morris with daughter, Grace Maralyn

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Pooh Bear gets his Honey Inspired shoot by Plum Jam Photography

PHOTOGRAPHY: PLUM JAM PHOTOGRAPHY VENUE: DANA POWERS BARN CAKES: ENJOY CUPCAKES FLORALS: LORI BOE FLORAL DESIGN JEWELRY: ELLADOLCE JEWELRY DRESS: STEPHANIE JAMES COUTURE BRIDE HAIR AND MAKEUP: JESSI SKIPTON CAMPBELL GROOM HAIR, MAKEUP, AND STYLING: CURTIS CAMPBELL NAPKINS AND LINENS: PICKING DAISIES INVITATIONS, PAPER BOW TIE AND STRAW FLAGS: PAPER SKY HONEY: STOLTEY'S BEE FARM BRIDE'S SHOES: FOREVER 21 BALLOON: DIVINE PARTY CREATIONS MODELS: ELY + ABBY ROBERTS

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Piglet: “how do you spell love?”

Pooh: “you don’t spell it, you feel it.”

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WHAT INSPIRED THIS SHOOT?

THE CINEMATIC VERSION OF WINNIE THE POOH THAT WAS JUST IN THEATERS. WE FELT SO INSPIRED AFTER SEEING THAT MOVIE, WE COULDN'T WAIT TO DO THIS SHOOT.

WHERE ARE YOU FROM AND WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO SLO?

WE BOTH GREW UP ON THE CENTRAL COAST. JESSE WAS BORN IN DANA POINT BUT MOVED TO LOS OSOS WHEN HE WAS REALLY YOUNG. I WAS BORN IN SANTA BARBARA BUT HAVE LIVED ALL OVER THIS AREA. THIS IS OUR HOME.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN WORKING IN THE WEDDING INDUSTRY AND HOW DID YOU GET YOUR START?

JESSE AND I HAVE BEEN PHOTOGRAPHING WEDDINGS TOGETHER FOR 7 YEARS. BEFORE WE STARTED OUR OWN BUSINESS, I HAD ASSISTED FOR A FEW PHOTOGRAPHERS AND LEARNED A LOT ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER I WANTED TO BE, AND DIDN'T WANT TO BE. JESSE IS THE ONE THAT REALLY PUSHED FOR US TO COME OUT ON OUR OWN, AND I AM THANKFUL FOR THAT. THIS PROFESSION IS ALWAYS CHANGING, AND WE HAVE TO STAY ON OUR TOES... WE LIKE THAT.

WHAT IS YOU UTMOST FAVORITE THING OR MOMENT THAT HAPPENS AT A WEDDING AND WHY?

SHANNON: MY FAVORITE MOMENT AT A WEDDING IS THE MOTHER AND SON DANCE. I THINK I ALWAYS CRY. I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO THAT MOMENT WITH MY SON JUDE, WHEN THAT DAY COMES, MANY MANY MANY YEARS FROM NOW. JESSE: MY FAVORITE MOMENT AT A WEDDING IS GETTING TO TELL THE GROOM FOR THE FIRST TIME, TO GO STAND NEXT TO HIS WIFE, SO WE CAN TAKE THEIR FIRST PHOTOS TOGETHER AS HUSBAND AND WIFE. IT ALWAYS MAKES THE GROOM SMILEY, AND CUDDLY. IT'S A GREAT MOMENT.

WHAT TRENDS WOULD YOU LOVE TO SEE UP AND COMING IN THE WEDDING INDUSTRY?

SHANNON: I WOULD LIKE TO SEE MORE FUN, QUIRKY, AND COLORFUL WEDDINGS. I LOVE WEDDINGS THAT ARE A CELEBRATION. I THINK IT'S INSANELY IMPORTANT TO HAVE YOUR WEDDING DAY REFLECT WHO YOU ARE AS A COUPLE, AND NOT NECESSARILY JUST WHAT'S COOL AND HIP WITH WEDDINGS AT THAT MOMENT. WHEN I ASKED A BRIDE OF MINE THIS YEAR TO EXPLAIN WHERE THEY GOT THE STYLE AND THEME FOR THEIR WEDDING, SHE SAID THEY JUST CHOSE THINGS THEY LIKED AND DIDN'T WORRY ABOUT IT TOO MUCH. IN THE END IT ALL WENT TOGETHER AND MADE SENSE BECAUSE IT WAS THEM. IT TRULY REFLECTED THEIR PERSONALITIES. JESSE: I AM A HUGE FAN OF CUSTOM SUITS, AND LEATHER SHOES. I ALSO LIKE THE FIRST LOOK BEFORE THE CEREMONY, IT CREATES A ROMANTIC AND INTIMATE MOMENT.

IF YOU COULD USE THREE WORDS TO DESCRIBE YOURSELF WHAT WOULD THEY BE? SHANNON: NERDY, LOVING, PASSIONATE JESSE: GOOFY, TECHNICAL, LOVING

COFFEE OR TEA?

SHANNON: COFFEE JESSE: COFFEE

IF YOU WERE AN ANIMAL WHAT KIND WOULD YOU BE AND WHY?

SHANNON: OUR SON JUDE SAYS I AM PRINCESS ALLURA, THE BLUE LION FROM VOLTRON FORCE, BECAUSE I AM A GIRL. JESSE: JUDE SAYS I AM THE YELLOW LION FROM VOLTRON FORCE, BECAUSE I AM STRONG.

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playables for your big day as suggested by DJ Malik M •Whiskeytown - Paper Moon •The Cure - High (Acoustic version) •Aphex Twin - Avril 14th •Mark Mothersbaugh - Let Me Tell You About My Boat •Preservation Hall Jazz Band w/ Angélique Kidjo - La Vie En Rose •Chantal Chamberland - La Mer •Stan Getz & Lionel Hampton - Louise •Ella Fitzgeral & Louis Armstrong - Cheek To Cheek •Katharine Whalen - Sugar •Phil Phillips - Sea Of Love •Darlene Love - (Today I Met) The Boy I'm Gonna Marry •Sam Cooke - Having A Party •Little Junior's Blue Flames •Rose & The Originals - Angel Baby •Eilen Jewel - Shakin' All Over •Patsy Cline - Love Love Love Me Honey Do •Hank Williams - Hey Good Lookin' •EmmyLou Harris - Save The Last Dance For Me 133

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Miko Thorne of Goodbeat Productions

The difficult thing about submitting a playlist is all the things you cut out. Just like your mix tapes, you’re aiming for a mood. Aesthetics count. There are some staples that never go out of fashion. Van Morrison. Frank Sinatra. And every season seems to produce a new set of future standards like Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros' "Home" or Old Crow Medicine Show's "Wagon Wheel."

Here, I gathered songs that I've used in the recent year, rooting around for tunes that seem timeless. It opens with a few selections that have worked for ceremony processionals. Then it moves into full cocktail mode.

Another mix may have leaned heavier on modern troubadours like Brett Dennen or Ray LaMontagne. Instead, I tried to high light tracks that I think will appeal to all ages and be listenable just on its own.

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-Malik Miko Thorne

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PHOTOGRAPHER: HE & SHE PHOTOGRAPHY VIDEOGRAPHER: CAMERON INGALLS HAIR/MAKEUP: DANIELLE CEDILLO ROBERTS GOWN: STARLETTE O'HARA JEWELRY: LI LI CLEVER JEWELRY & ART PLANNING/STYLING AND CALLIGRAPHY: ASHA MAIRE KIRCHER OF SILK VENUE: BUONA TAVOLA RESTAURANT IN SAN LUIS OBISPO CAKE: CAKE CATHEDRAL FLORAL: FLUIDBLOOM MUSIC: MOLLY REEVES OF RED SKUNK BAND VINTAGE CAR: CARS WITH DISTINCTION BRIDE: CHRISTY LEW GROOM: JOSHUA FARRIS

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ASHA MARIE KIRCHER SILKANDHONEYWED.COM WHAT INSPIRED THIS SHOOT?

THERE WERE TWO MAIN FACTORS THAT INSPIRED THIS SHOOT. THE FIRST BEING THIS NEW CONCEPT OF A ‘REVERSE’ ELOPEMENT AS A CREATIVE WAY TO BRING CLOSE FRIENDS AND FAMILY TOGETHER AND INCLUDE THEM BEFORE CHEERING THE COUPLE OFF FOR AN ELOPEMENT. SECOND; TO ME THERE’S NOTHING WARMER AND MORE INVITING THAN A TRADITIONAL FAMILY SUNDAY DINNER IN THE FALL. ESPECIALLY IN CLASSIC ITALIAN STYLE. THIS IS THE CONCEPT OF WHICH THE SHOOT WAS STYLED AFTER. WITH THE LIGHT SHIFTING TO A SLIGHTLY WARMER TONE AND THE AIR TURNING CRISP AS FALL APPROACHES, I WANTED TO PLAY UP THE CHAMPAGNE AND FIG TONES OF AN AUTUMNAL FEAST. THIS WAS ENHANCED BY THE WARM, GOLDEN TWINKLE OF BISTRO LIGHTS CANOPYING OVERHEAD AND CANDLE-LIT LANTERNS THROUGHOUT.

WHERE ARE YOU FROM AND WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO SLO?

I BEGAN MY LIFE JOURNEY IN LOS ANGELES, THEN SPENT A GREAT AMOUNT OF MY UPBRINGING IN THE BAY AREA, THEN LANDED HERE IN SAN LUIS OBISPO. I’M CONVINCED THAT THE STARS/FATE/DESTINY, OR WHATEVER YOU WILL CALL IT, BROUGHT ME TO THIS AMAZING PLACE. NOWHERE COULD FIT ME BETTER THAN ITS ARTISTIC, SUSTAINABLE-CONSCIOUS AND EASYGOING BEACHY COMMUNITY.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN WORKING IN THE WEDDING INDUSTRY AND HOW DID YOU GET YOUR START?

I’M A START UP BUSINESS. MY BACKGROUND IS IN ART & DESIGN. I SPENT ABOUT 6 YEARS AS A GRAPHIC DESIGNER AND ILLUSTRATOR AT A FEW AGENCIES LOCALLY BEFORE PICKING UP ENOUGH MOMENTUM TO GO OUT ON MY OWN. MY WEDDING INDUSTRY ENDEAVOR BEGAN FALL OF 2010 AND LIKE MANY IT STARTED AS A FAVOR FOR A FRIEND. THE COUPLE NEEDED NICELY DESIGNED LETTERPRESS PRINTED WEDDING INVITES AND SINCE LETTERPRESS IS A HOBBY AND PASSION OF MINE IT WAS A FAVOR I WAS GLAD TO EXTEND. FROM THE START, MY PROCESS HAS INCLUDED ASKING THE BRIDE AND GROOM TO SHARE THEIR STORY AND OVERALL VISION FOR THEIR BIG DAY. I THEN CREATE A MOODBOARD TO PRESENT TO THE COUPLE TO MAKE SURE WE ARE ON THE SAME PAGE. THAT INFORMATION NATURALLY HELPS INSPIRE MY ILLUSTRATION AND DESIGN FOR THEIR SAVE THE DATE, INVITATION ETC..

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AFTER THE FIRST FEW OF THESE DESIGN AND PRINT JOBS, I COULDN’T HELP BUT RECOGNIZE THAT COUPLES OFTEN HAD CERTAIN ELEMENTS OF THE BIG DAY DREAMT UP BUT THAT THEY NEEDED SOMEONE WITH A VISION TO HELP TIE IT ALL TOGETHER. WITH MY MOODBOARDS, I UNOFFICIALLY STARTED HELPING IN OVERALL COLOR PALETTE, MOOD, AND DECOR FOR THE WEDDING ITSELF—GIVING THE WEDDINGS THEME NAMES LIKE “UP UP AND AWAY”, “WOODLAND WEDDING” ETC.. THAT’S ACTUALLY WHERE “SILK & HONEY” ORIGINALLY CAME FROM.

WHAT IS YOUR UTMOST FAVORITE THING OR MOMENT THAT HAPPENS AT A WEDDING AND WHY?

I LOVE SEEING HOW MUCH EVERYTHING WAS ENJOYED. WHEN EVERYONE’S DONE EATING, DANCING AND MINGLING AND THEY’RE ALL LINED UP FOR THE GRAND-EXIT, IF YOU LOOK BACK AT THE NOW QUIET RECEPTION SITE, YOU SEE THE CANDLES STILL FLICKERING, THE DISHES SCRAPED CLEAN OF ALL THE FOOD AND THE EMPTY WINE GLASSES, AND IT ALL TELLS THE STORY OF HOW MUCH EVERYONE ENJOYED THEMSELVES.

WHAT TRENDS WOULD YOU LOVE TO SEE UP AND COMING IN THE WEDDING INDUSTRY? WITH HOW PREVALENT THE DIY MOVEMENT HAS BECOME AND WITH HOW INFLUENTIAL WEBSITES LIKE PINTEREST HAVE BECOME, I HOPE TO SEE COUPLES CONTINUE TO PUT A LOT OF THOUGHT AND PERSONAL TOUCHES INTO THEIR WEDDINGS. IT’S REALLY GREAT TO SEE LESS OF A ‘PACKAGE’ WEDDING AND INSTEAD MORE OF A REFLECTION OF THE BRIDE AND GROOM’S CHARACTER IN ALL THOSE LITTLE CREATIVE TOUCHES.

IF YOU COULD USE THREE WORDS TO DESCRIBE YOURSELF WHAT WOULD THEY BE? RENAISSANCE WOMAN (OF) CREATIVITY

COFFEE OR TEA?

WORDS CAN NOT DESCRIBE HOW MUCH I LOVE MY CUP OF TEA IN THE MORNING .

IF YOU WERE AN ANIMAL WHAT KIND WOULD YOU BE AND WHY?

I’D MOST DEFINITELY BE AN OTTER. MUCH LIKE OTTERS, I HAVE THIS SENSE OF FREEDOM WHEN I’M IN THE WATER AND I THINK THEIR PLAYFUL, LOVABLE PERSONALITY MATCHES MINE.

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“I was inspired by a blush colored feather bolero that I found on BHLDN. I thought the blush color has a neutral feminine beauty to it that would be flattering on my lovely bridal party and look neat against the golden hills.�

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“I will always remember our first dance -- to Bob Dylan's "Man In Me" -- since it was the first time that day I really got to hold my new wife in my arms and look into her eyes for a few minutes. It was a great private/public moment.�

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