Patricia and Casey's Wedding

Gardena/Carson, California

As I walked into Patricia's mom's home, I could feel the excitement moving from room to room. Patricia greeted me with a big hug and an even bigger smile! Patricia was the epitome of calmness. It was obvious that what mattered the most to her was that she was getting married to her soul mate, Casey.

Time and time again their family members commented on how Patricia and Casey compliment each other and how they are meant to be. I wholeheartedly agree. Patricia and Casey met when Casey came down to California to stay with his sister after going through hard times dealing with their mother's death. Casey's brother-in-law asked him to go with him to play poker at a nearby casino and so he did. Little did he know he was going to meet his future wife there! Somehow when they crossed each other's path they started a conversation. He gave her his phone number. When he got home he told his sister all about her and she immediately asked, "did you get her number?" A few days after Patricia called Casey, but got his voicemail, somehow, she forgot to leave her phone number in the message. Days went by and she never got a call back. She thought he was not interested and left it at that.

On a trip to Georgia to visit a friend, Patricia (where Casey lives) ran into Casey and the rest is history! Coincidence? I think not! It was meant to be. They are meant to be.

The reception was very touching, especially the speeches. When Casey's sisters when up to give their speech, I think everyone was touched. One of Casey's sisters talked about what a blessing it was for Patricia to come into Casey's life and how she helped him deal with his mother's death. It was obvious that Casey and his sisters wanted and needed their mother to be at the wedding, but, the way I saw it, she was there. They talked so beautifully about her that it felt like she was amongst us.

It was a pleasure to photograph their wedding and share in on such a special day! Thank you for choosing me, Patricia and Casey!

Every bride needs an ear piece!

The bride's beautiful sister and Maid-of-Honor.

Putting on her veil before walking down the aisle.

Does one these guys look familiar?

How cute is this ring bearer??? He was so cute trying to hide from me!

I love all the little details!

Patricia's father/daughter dance was so sweet. She could not contain her tears of happiness!