Wednesday, July 29, 2009

The Ceremony, Pine Wind Garden

My Bouquet, Lisa's Floral Design

The bridal bouquet from Lisa's Floral Designs was absolutely stunning and exactly how I dreamed it would be.

Lisa, our florist, taught me about all the different kinds of Gerber daisies, roses, tulips, calla lillies, and other flowers that would be great for our special day.

Lily Pads, Pine Wind Garden

So while my bouquet was beautiful, the trees and flowers at the Pine Wind Garden completed the scene of our wedding ceremony with vibrant color.

Thirty, white-folding chairs were set up in front of the waterfall where we said our vows, and two stadium benches lined with white cotton placemats served as extra seats.

Koi Pond, Pine Wind Garden

The koi pond was full of activity, water trickled over the rocks, hummingbirds buzzed by, and we kissed under the garden trellis.

Our friends and family served as ushers, and my good high school friend was our officiant.

It was the perfect ceremony - intimate and personal.

Just Married!

When the ceremony ended, we drove out in my Honda Civic donning our newlywed status.

Next up, the Reception.

Lisa Morones, Lisa's Floral Designs
Web: www.lisas-floral-designs.com
Tel: 1.310.200.9760

Torrance Cultural Arts Center
Web: www.torrnet.com/9032.htm
Street: 3330 Civic Center Dr N | Torrance, CA | 90503
Tel: 1.310.781.7150

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

The Perfect Wedding Dress

Our Garden Wedding, Pine Wind Garden

The day was absolutely perfect.

But just a couple months ago, I was a complete mess. You see, I thought I found the dress but when I tried it on again in April, I had doubts.

Doubts that I would be a beautiful bride; that instead of feeling absolutely special, I'd feel more like a boob in a fancy nightgown.

So when I found Britta Barts and her Dream Bridal LA website, I was looking for a miracle.

And I found one - a Vera Wang blush bridal gown with sparkling silver appliques and a matching veil. It was everything I had hoped for: dreamy, romantic, beautiful and best of all, at a reasonable price.

Dream Bridal LA
www.dreambridalla.com
Tel: 1.310.927.4601

Saturday, July 18, 2009

Where have I been?

got married!
This photo was taken by our photographer, Jeni Afuso-Ho.

More to come...