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Zach and Krystal part one in California

Where do I even begin? Zach and Krystal’s wedding was just too amazing. The love shared by everyone for each other and for the couple was just too incredible. The whole day was filled with excitement, anticipation, and just… love. The love between Zach and Krystal. The love between their friends. The love between their families. The Love of God.

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When Krystal’s dad saw her for the first time, he was speechless. “Wow… just wow,” he said.

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Their vows that they said to each other was beautiful. As I captured their moment, it was difficult to see through the teary viewfinder.

Krystal, I love you with everthing I am, and I thank God everyday for the blessing that you are, not just to to me, but to all these people here that came to support us, but especially me! I promise that no matter what God’s plan is for us, we will walk it out together, side by side. You are the love of my life and I am so glad that today is the first day of the rest of our lives.

“We made it!” Krystal shouted. “Now, I am standing in front of you with true unspeakable joy. I am so in awe that God has given me a man like you to spend the rest of my life with.”

They both promised to each other and to God.

“I will never give up, I will never back down, and I will always fight for us. I love you.”

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Immediately after the ceremony, there were hugs, laughs, and celebration all around.
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Just… there aren’t any words. This is only part one. There’s a part two coming soon. And it’s in New Hampshire.

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I left my heart in Mexico

Earlier this year, I embarked with 1,200 other people on a very important trip, a mission trip to Mexicali, Mexico. I’ve gone in years past but this year, it really made a special impact on me… and the people I’ve met. Particularly… the kids. You see, I have a heart for children and their beauty. They have such an incredible energy about them as they go about their world and learn everything about it. Despite us speaking different languages, we both spoke a common language – love. Love transcends all in this world. It has the ability to connect people across vast distances. When you make such a connection, as I did earlier this year, your heart yearns for the people that you jealously love. These kids are incredible. They are bright, joyful, and beautiful.

A principios de este año, me embarqué con otras 1.200 personas en un viaje muy importante, un viaje misionero a Mexicali, México. Yo he ido en los últimos años, pero este año, lo que realmente hizo un impacto especial en mí … y la gente que he conocido. En particular … los niños. Verás, tengo un corazón para los niños y su belleza. Tienen una energía tan increíble sobre ellos a medida que avanzan sobre su mundo y aprender todo sobre él. A pesar de que nos hablan idiomas diferentes, los dos hablamos un lenguaje común – el amor. El amor trasciende todo en este mundo. Tiene la capacidad de conectar a las personas a través de grandes distancias. Cuando se hace una conexión de este tipo, como lo hice a principios de este año, su corazón anhela para la gente que ama celosamente. Estos chicos son increíbles. Son luminosas, alegre y hermosa.

During my stay, I was able to stay with my friend Sarai’s grandmother, Maria. She is the sweetest lady in the world. She made me breakfast in the mornings and before our meal, we would pray.

Durante mi estancia, tuve la oportunidad de quedarse con la abuela de mi amiga Sara, María. Ella es la mujer más dulce del mundo. Ella me hizo el desayuno por las mañanas y antes de la cena, nos iba a rezar.

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Since this was a trip I embarked on my own… I was not confined to a schedule so I took the opportunity to wonder around the town of Los Algodones and made some new friends.

Como se trataba de un viaje me embarqué en mi cuenta … Yo no estaba confinado a un horario, así que tomé la oportunidad de vagar por la ciudad de Los Algodones e hice nuevos amigos.

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July 7th of this year was Taysha’s twelveth birthday. Some other friends of mine from our team had hoped on making the trip but were unable to. I’m grateful that I was able to and surprise her on her birthday. She was at a youth camp and we showed up with pinatas as a surprise. Kids love pinatas. It rained candy!

07 de Julio de este año fue duodécimo cumpleaños de Taysha. Algunos otros amigos míos de nuestro equipo tenía la esperanza de hacer el viaje, pero no pudieron. Estoy agradecido de que tuve la oportunidad y su sorpresa en su cumpleaños. Ella estaba en un campamento juvenil y nos presentó con piñatas como una sorpresa. Los niños les encanta piñatas. Llovió dulces!

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A few days later, we celebrated Taysha’s birthday. My friend Sarai and I took Taysha and her little sister, Alaysha, to see my friend Angel at his taco stand. It’s amazing to think about but I’ve known Angel for eight years. I first met him in 2006 on my first trip to Mexicali. He is one of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. He is incredibly joyful and thankful for everything God has done for him. Every time I’ve seen him, he has the biggest smile on his face. I surprised him too, when I pulled up next to his stand. He wasn’t expecting me! He gave me the biggest grin and the biggest hug. He’s a brother to me. Oh, and his tacos are THE best. The best.

Unos días más tarde, celebramos el cumpleaños de Taysha. Mi amigo y yo hicimos Sarai Taysha y su pequeña hermana, Alaysha, a ver a mi amigo Ángel en su puesto de tacos. Es increíble pensar pero he conocido Ángel durante ocho años. Lo conocí en 2006 en mi primer viaje a Mexicali. Él es una de las personas más agradables que jamás conocerás. Él es increíblemente alegre y agradecido por todo lo que Dios ha hecho por él. Cada vez que lo he visto, que tiene la mayor sonrisa en su rostro. Yo también lo sorprendí, cuando llegué al lado de su stand. No me esperaba! Él me dio la sonrisa más grande y el más grande abrazo. Él es un hermano para mí. Ah, y sus tacos son los mejores. Lo mejor.

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After the amazing tacos, we went to get some ice cream and milkshakes and just enjoyed each others’ presence.

Después de que los tacos increíbles, nos fuimos a tomar un helado y batidos y disfrutamos la presencia del otro.

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Since it was Taysha’s birthday, we celebrated and had cake. After that, I took Taysha, her sisters, and cousins for a photo session. What was amazing was having to give directions and posing in Spanish. What I find when conducting sessions and photographing in different countries is that it doesn’t matter the words you say or what you do, but the love in your heart is always conveyed.

Ya que era el cumpleaños de Taysha, celebramos y tenía pastel. Después de eso, tomé Taysha, sus hermanas y primos para una sesión de fotos. Lo que era increíble era tener que dar instrucciones y posando en español. Lo que me parece, cuando la realización de sesiones y fotografiar en diferentes países es que no importa las palabras que dices o lo que haces, pero el amor en su corazón está siempre transmitió.

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The Mexican light and sunset was incredible. It gave such a beautiful feeling. As I created these photographs… I couldn’t help but just be joyful and grateful for the time that I get to spend with these people. Words can’t even begin to describe how much I adore and love them. Each one of them.

La luz y la puesta del sol mexicana era increíble. Se dio un hermoso sentimiento. Como he creado estas fotografías … Yo no podía dejar de ser simplemente feliz y agradecido por el tiempo que puedo pasar con estas personas. Las palabras no pueden ni empezar a describir lo mucho que adoro y los amo. Cada uno de ellos.

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Being able to travel is such a blessing. The best part about travel are the experiences along the way and the people you meet. The more I travel, the more I yearn for it. I’ve been around the world and I remember everyone I have had the blessing to meet and share experiences with. This is one in particular that I want to share with you.

Until next time, my family in Mexico, you’re in my heart forever and always.

Ser capaz de viajar es una bendición. La mejor parte acerca de los viajes son las experiencias en el camino y la gente que conoces. Cuanto más viajo, más anhelo por ello. He estado en todo el mundo y me acuerdo de todos los que he tenido la bendición de conocer y compartir experiencias con. Este es uno en particular que quiero compartir con ustedes.

Hasta la próxima, mi familia en México, estás en mi corazón para siempre y siempre.

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Aaron and Patricia, lifestyle engagment session

I’ve known Aaron for years now. It’s incredible how much time passes. I was excited for him when he started dating Patricia, just an amazing and beautiful woman. They compliment each other perfectly. They met at Saddleback Church, through a program called H2H (or House to House).

Patricia works as a doctor and Aaron is project manager for Yamaha. Aaron’s love for motorsports brought him to California where I had the blessing of his friendship. Years down, he met Patricia and they fell in love.

It’s amazing watching these two interact. The little quick kisses, holding each other’s hands, and the sweet glances given to one another.

I cannot wait until your wedding day. It’s going to be just beautiful.

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Austin & Mariah | Laguna Beach Wedding Photographer

This STUNNING couple said “I do” on a sunny day in Laguna Beach, CA. Austin and Mariah were filled with so much joy and excitement. Austin was very James Bond-esque in his tailored tuxedo, and Mariah was his glowing bride. After their first look, we took portraits on the beach where we were met with an incredible cooling breeze and might of the ocean.

They got married at a gazebo in Laguna Beach… looking like movie stars. Tourists and visitors of the area stopped to watch their wedding and asked what was going on.

Their reception was at the Old Spaghetti Factory in Newport Beach. The antique lighting and intricate stained glass windows and displays made for a unique and very fitting atmosphere for this couple and their loved ones.

It was a pleasure to photograph their wedding day.

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Thomas & Julianna | Sacramento Wedding Photographer

Thomas and Julianna’s wedding was really great. Their wedding color scheme was grey and red, which blended together beautifully with Thomas’ Dress Blues. Their wedding ceremony and reception was at the Sacramento Library Galleria, and their portrait session followed in Downtown Sacramento. Thomas was actually a recruiter at the Marine Corps office where I got recruited out of… another guest at the wedding was someone I was in the same boot camp platoon with.

The whole day was a blast. Julianna looked beautiful with her bridesmaids and Thomas looked handsome in his Dress Blues and with his fellow Marines. Immediately when the dance floor was open, everyone was dancing and singing to the music. This couple and all of their friends definitely know how to have fun; Marines definitely know how to have a good time.

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Venue: Sacramento Library Galleria
Wedding Coordinator: Aimee Wendell
DJ: SJ’s Disc Jockey
Flowers: Ambience Floral

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Celebrating love with Taylor and Nathan

This day was just a gorgeous day. The drive gave beautiful scenery to the Key Creek Lavender Farms. Taylor and Nathan have been together for five years now. They met coming back from a high school winter camp on the bus. Taylor‘s an awesome photographer and volunteers with the Jr. High ministry at Saddleback Church. Nathan is an awesome guy studying at Vanguard University and is into photography also.

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After this awesome shoot, we went to Dunkin’ Donuts and stuffed our faces.

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Laguna Beach Engagement Portraits | Candace and Joel

Candace and Joel are just hilarious. Throughout our session, we constantly laughed. They met years ago and it wasn’t till later in life that they fell in love.

We started out at the Laguna College of Art and Design, Candace’s alma mater. After that, we walked around Laguna Beach and ended our session at the Top of the World for a gorgeous sunset.

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Heartbeat in Mexicali

I have spent the past week in Mexicali, Mexico. This trip is important to me for a lot of reasons. For me, it is where it has all began for me. Eight years ago, in 2006, was the first time I went to Mexicali. It is when I first got connected with the church and my journey with photography. The very first morning in 2006, I met a very important friend, Darren Takegami. He’s been a photographer for over 20 years at the time and encouraged and supported me with photography. Since that moment, I have a love and passion for capturing life.

The theme of Mexicali 2014 is Heartbeat.

“Make our heartbeat Your heartbeat”

Everyone that went on the trip had a story and was impacted in so many ways. This is our story. And my story.

This is the first year I have been back since 2008. The first day, we drove from Sacramento, Calif., to our stayover location in Southern California. On that morning, I saw old friends going on the trip that I have not seen since 2006! I was so joyous and grateful to see them again. It was only the beginning of a huge amount of blessings that God is going to do for the trip.

I met up with members of my team, Impact 30. Little did I know that we were all going to become close to one another over the next week and establish everlasting relationships. We spent two days driving to Mexicali. The conversations in the car were rich and the Holy Spirit was with us. We all shared our testimonies with each other and really gotten to know one another.

Upon arrival at basecamp, a flood of memories from previous trips overwhelmed me. I spent some time walking around the camp reminiscing.

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We went to our site, Iglesia Baustia, located near the border of Mexico and Arizona. Our site is the farthest away from base camp, roughly an hour and a half away… one way. The drive time was important to have as well; we utilized that time for fellowship and sharing with each other.

Our student leader, Jessie, was at this particular site last year. We were all excited to go meet all the kids. Little did we know that they were going to make an everlasting impact on our own lives.

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The scenery in Mexicali is just… gorgeous. There are no words. After a long day of work and serving, watching the sun set over the horizon and slowing down to reflect upon the day in thankfulness. It is moments like these where I feel I am closest to God. At this time, I also said a prayer of thanks for my new brothers and sisters in Christ. I’ve met so many incredible people on this trip.
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In addition to each team serving in various aspects, we had quite a bit of fun when taking our big group photo! Over 1,200 of us participated in the group photo followed by an explosion of color and a mini-dance party.
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The last day there was a solemn day. All of us knew that at the end of the day, it was time to say goodbye. It has been an incredible week playing and getting to know all these kids. The kids gave us bracelets to remember them by. We ended the day with a celebration and the pastor’s family made us a very delicious lunch.
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It finally came… the moment to say goodbye… goodbyes are never easy. We all cried blessed tears. Tears that symbolized the memories and connections we have made. Tears of love and laughter shared throughout the week. Tears that promised us another “hello” in the future.

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The power of photography transcends language barriers. I had brought along a polaroid camera and the kids just loved it. It was fun for both us and them… we took photos with them and gave them the prints. We placed a number of them on the bulletin board at the church. At the beginning of the week, there was but one photo. A few days later… there were a lot of photographs that captured laughter, memories, and amazing bonds created. These images are everlasting and will always be in the my heart.
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I love everyone in this photo. So. So. Much. Each of them have a special place in my heart. I’m thankful for the priceless photographs. Photos capture a moment and preserves it into a memory that are otherwise fleeting. Each time I look upon these images, my heart swells with love, adoration, and gratefulness for such a good God.

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Newport Beach engagement – Austin and Mariah

I’ve known Austin for years and when I heard that he was getting married, I was ecstatic. Mariah is a sweet woman and they are just in love with each other! I loved their stunning session at beautiful Newport Beach and the pier. They looked incredible.

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Houston, Texas wedding | Lucky and Jessica

Lucky and Jessica are such an amazingly sweet couple. We have a mutual friend Ted who works for CRU who works as a photojournalist. He told me that his friend Lucky was getting married in Houston.

The first time I met Lucky and Jessica was at their rehearsal dinner the night prior to the wedding after flying in. It was incredible being able to spend time with them and meeting their families. Lucky’s parents and sister flew in from Indonesia; Jessica’s family are from Houston. They’re some of the most joyous people I’ve ever met. Lucky is truly a lucky man, he couldn’t stop smiling all day.

Congrats you two! It was an honor being your wedding photographer.

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Venue: Tad Akers

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