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Sweetie Pies in Napa is the place to go for gorgeous….not to mention yummy wedding cakes and pie! I was fortunate to work with them often in 2009. It’s always a treat (pun intended) to photograph a lovely cake. To see the darling cake topper they put together (last minute) for Cyndie and George’s Sonoma elopement, take a peek here.
If you’re in town planning a wine country wedding, be sure to stop by for some tasty treats. Sweetie Pies is conveniently located in Downtown Napa on Main Street. The cafe is small but quaint, with a lunch menu that doesn’t disappoint. If you’re lucky, you might get to try their Napa Grape Pie made with Cabernet Grapes for dessert!!
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There is so much to love about being a wedding photographer. I especially love the ceremony because it is so rich with anticipation and emotion. When couples write their own vows, it is especially powerful. It gives me a deeper insight into the history of their relationship, and an understanding of what drew them together.
Here are a few quick tips to get started in writing your own wedding vows:
1. Relax! You don’t have to be a professional writer to pull this off. Your wedding vows should come from the heart so just be yourself and write what you feel. Writing down what you appreciate most about your fiancé, or how you have grown during the relationship, will help guide your thoughts.
2. Once you tap into your feelings, write everything down. You can make sense of it later…… right now, just make sure that you are writing down everything that comes to you! Humor is always appreciated! It’s wonderful to mix a little laughter in with the tears! (It also makes for great photographs)
3. After a few days, you will probably have pages filled with notes. Now you need to sit down and organize your thoughts. You may have some thoughts that you want to keep personal, and others that you’ll want to share with your guests. Get them prioritized and into meaningful sentences.
4. Some couples may want to keep their vows private, and share it with their other half on the big day. Other couples will want to be on the same page, and have a mutual idea of what will be said. Only you can know what works best for you!
5. Practice, practice, practice. You will be excited and nervous on your wedding day, so being prepared is good! Practice your vows until they become second nature. Your ceremony will be an emotional time, and adequate preparation will help you stay focused!
6. Remember to wear waterproof mascara!!!
Congratulations on your upcoming wedding!!! I look forward to seeing you there!
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January 4, 2010 - 7:22 am
Chris and I wrote our own vows and it was really special. I LOVED it! They are also printed in our photo album, which is nice.
Probably the most exciting part of the wedding day for me is when I first arrive to photograph the event. The bride is surrounded by her dearest friends and family……….and there is a contagious excitement in the air. I love the images I capture at this final stage of preparation, and I feel it’s a really important part of the wedding day. When I see my client during this emotional time, I am reminded why I love doing this so much!
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