Written by Candace on September 13, 2013 | 5 Comments

Jeffrey & Phoebe
The Wedding

Jeffrey and Phoebe go together like peanut butter and jelly. He is the fruity to her nutty.

When you see these two together you realize it’s more than just an inside joke. These two really are like peanut butter and jelly – better together. So much so, it was a constant theme intertwined throughout their wedding day details.

They danced their way into the reception with the “Peanut Butter Jelly Time” song playing in the background. And it’s precisely this quirky humor that makes everyone fall in love with them. It was the perfect introduction to the perfect evening. A night filled with good food, good people, and whole lot of laughter.

Jeffrey and Phoebe, your wedding day was a constant mix of beauty and humor. After meeting your families, we can see where you both get it from. Thank you for inviting us to be a part of your special day. It was an honor and a pleasure! Peanut butter and jelly will never be the same in our minds. We’ll now always think of the two of you and smile. Congratulations! Much love to you both!

You can read Jeffrey and Phoebe’s love story. And you can also view our favorite memories from their day here – JEFFREY AND PHOEBE: THE HIGHLIGHTS.

THE TEAM:

Ceremony: Valley Presbyterian Church

Reception: Cetrella Restaurant

Flowers: Twig and Petals

Pie Pops: Sweet Lauren Cakes

Photobooth: Bay Area Flipbook

Videographer: Moving Portraits

Photographers: Pictilio

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Written by Candace on September 10, 2013 | 2 Comments

From St. Louis

I’m writing today from St. Louis Bread Co., also known as Panera. But being a St. Louis native and since I’m in town, I much prefer the original name.

We got into town late last night and somehow I’m jetlagged even though the time difference is only two hours. Not to mention, I literally melted on my way to the cafe. I was expecting beautiful fall weather. But instead, it seems that summer is lingering in all it’s humid glory.

I’m going to make this quick because I’ve got a date with my dad in a few minutes. Here are a few random thoughts my mind has been churning over.

Friendship. On Saturday, we had a little party to celebrate Vitaliy. Everyone shared a few thoughts about the V-man and then we all toasted him with a little Honey Pepper Ukrainian Vodka. I was so thankful for every person there and for all the kind things they had to say about my husband. I also enjoyed watching everyone’s reaction to the spicy vodka.

Nostalgia. I walked into my grandpa’s house last night and it smelled the exact same way it smelled when I was five years old. Memories began to flood my thoughts and I fell asleep with my grandmother on my mind. I miss her.

TV shows. Vitaliy does this to me. He convinces to me start a new TV show with him even though I am completely satisfied with our current line up. Suits being on the top of that list! But I always give in and then become obsessed. For example, I currently want to watch House of Cards every free moment I find. But what kills me is that Vitaliy could care less when we watch the next episode. He leads me on, I get hooked, and then I’m all alone struggling with my addiction.

Cardinals. I’m back in my hometown of St. Louis and everyone has on Cardinals gear. I can’t wait to get some new Cardinals garb and come back to San Francisco to flaunt it. Go Cards!

Ok, I better run! I see some toasted ravioli’s in my near future. If you’re from St. Louis then you know exactly what I’m talking about. And if you’re not from St. Louis, your life is not complete until you have your first toasted ravioli.

Enjoy the “crazy” photo from our party on Saturday.

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Written by Candace on September 5, 2013 | 3 Comments

Jeffrey & Phoebe
Engaged

I never would have imagined high school band class being a place where sparks could fly. If only I knew then what I know now.

But that was precisely what happened for Jeffrey and Phoebe. While Jeffrey played the percussion, he spotted a girl on the clarinet and sparks began to fly. The girl’s name was Phoebe and without hesitation he put an entire plan in place for getting to know her. However, by the end of the school year, it was all still just an idea. And unfortunately for Jeffrey, Phoebe was still just the girl from band class.

Thankfully, high school is four years long which meant Jeffrey had four chances to make his move. They did eventually attend a high school dance together, but they were still “just friends” at graduation. It would take a few more years, long distances between them, and the internet to finally bring these two together. But I’m happy to say that in 2008 Jeffrey was finally able to declare Phoebe was more than just the girl from band class when their relationship became Facebook official. But it was only a matter of time before their status changed from “in a relationship” to “engaged”.

Phoebe and Jeffrey, thank you for giving us the honor of photographing your love and laughter. You guys are clearly meant to be together and we couldn’t be happier for you both. Congratulations! Love to you both!

Check back next week to see pictures of Phoebe and Jeffrey tying the knot.

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