Penguin Recap: We’re Hitched!
August 18th, 2008 @ 8:29 am by Mrs. Penguin
We made it up the aisle in one piece! The wind started to pick up and I can distinctly remember tripping all over my veil and dress. Surprisingly, I only face-planted once in the evening, and luckily no one was around to witness it except our photographers and Mr. Penguin, who is used to me falling on my face fairly often.
Mr. Peng stood in wait for my dad to hand me off. We waited.
And waited. I think in a moment of panic, my dad totally forgot that he was supposed to give me away. He just kind of stood there in-between Mr. Penguin and I, and it was really quite strange.
Awwwwkward….
Yes, dad, you are supposed to give me away and sit down. My dad laughed at himself for messing up his one job! I just love this picture.
Doh!
Our ceremony was so intimately personal. Our officiant spent weeks crafting our ceremony! She interviewed us about our lives. Even though I have known her for almost 20 years, she wanted to make sure she covered every base! She repeatedly wanted to discuss the ceremony contents with me, but I was really intent on having it be somewhat of a surprise, and I trusted her judgment. It ended up being amazing. I didn’t cry the whole time, save for once, when her words struck a chord in my heart. I wanted to share that particular portion of the ceremony that meant so much to me with you all:
Never miss an opportunity to tell each other that you love each other. Early, often, with words and deeds. A question that I ask my husband on almost an everyday basis is, “Have I told you I love you today?”
Whether he says yes or no, my response is, “Well, I love you today. And it doesn’t mean that I didn’t love you yesterday, or I won’t love you tomorrow, but I love you right, right now.”
Remember that you two are individuals, and you don’t have to clone each other to have a successful marriage. Pursue your personal passions. Marriage is the essence of human relationships. It challenges us to be of one accord without abandoning the truth of our individuality.
Mid-way through the ceremony, I began to scan the crowd and was really excited to see all our friends that had traveled so far to be with us!
The ceremony went by in a blur. It was an incredibly short 30 minutes! I loved slipping that ring on Mr. Penguin’s finger!
Smooch-a-doodles!
Seven years in the making!
And then, a cultural ceremony…
Relive the day of the Penguins…
1. Morning, Sunshine! | 2. Ready, Men? | 3. Formalities
All photos by Sarah K. Chen Photography
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25 Responses to “Penguin Recap: We’re Hitched!”
Absolutely stunning! What a beautiful and personal ceremony!
When your dad was walking you down the aisle, you can tell he was beaming with pride and joy. When he forgot to give you away, PRICELESS!!! It’s a funny moment (funny now not funny at the time) you’ll remember forever. He subconsiously didn’t want to let you go. =P The picture of him laughing was great!
Your dad is soooo cute! 
hahaha!
Hahah, my parents froze, too!! Honestly- they had ONE job…lol. That’s just abot the cutest picture, though. You had a gorgeous wedding- I love the pictures!
You look SO GORGEOUS! I just got married this weekend too, and the piece from your ceremony made me all emotional and teary. I’m so happy for you and I wish you all the greatest joy. I’ve been reading your posts, knowing we were getting married the same time and I am so glad to know we made it to the finish line in one piece, and with only a few hiccups! Congrats to you Penguin Family!!!!
Love, Sarah T in Portland, OR.
that pic of your dad is so sweet! =D
Ok - I can see that being an awkward moment - but SOO worth it for that one picture and the story to accompany. I know this is a common thing for Dads to goof on, so the story wont shock anyone, but that picture! Its fantastic. It made me laugh out loud and I wasn’t there, and aside from stalking you as a Bee, I don’t know you. Rock on Sarah K Chen for capturing and conveying such a wonderful moment.
Your dad is sooo cute! can I adopt him?
Me pops did the same thing! LOL! =0) HIlario! Love that pic of him, super cute!
your dad must have been so proud! look at that expression in the first pic! So proud that he forgot! Love it~
I’m so glad they captured your Dad’s laugh right there! It was so nice to start the ceremony on such a fun note… it fit so perfectly!
Yay! Where did you get married again? and What were your colors? (I love the color of the bridesmaid dresses!)
So beautiful! I love how adorable you are in every candid photo! I always look like a crazy person - but yours are always so vibrant and lovely! Congrats!
that’s such a cute moment! and i love the picture of your dad laughing. it seems to fit your family
That picture of your dad is priceless! You look beautiful in all of these photos
your venue is gorgeous. the wedding looks seemless. and your dad is adorable! congrats!
Gorgeous! I love all the shots of your cute smiling face - it shows the energy you had that day. Mr. Pengy’s face looking at your in admiration is swoon worthy.
such beautiful pictures especially the last one. your photographer did such an amazing job!!
awww that’s an adorable pictures of your father and i love the words read by the minister.
Oh Mrs. Penguin. How I love your wedding & your recap. The photograph of your dad is perfectly hilarious. You & the Mr. look fantastical & the oversized pomanders look gorgeous!
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Mrs. Penguin, Sacramento
Age and Occupation: 26, Video & TV Producer/Director/Editor
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 29, Doctor of Physical Therapy
Engagement Date: January 29, 2007
Wedding Date: June 7, 2008
Blogging Since: September 14, 2007
Venue: Winery in the Gold Country
About Me: I'm a silly mess of a girl who, above all else in this world, LOVES the Spice Girls. I eat sushi at least 3 times a week, and feel guilty about how much it costs the other 4 days a week. I love designer jeans and cheap accessories. I don't like sweets, but I love the UCLA Bruins!
I L-O-V-E that photo of your father laughing when he realized he was supposed to have sat down already.
We had a similarly strange moment when I forgot I was supposed to kiss my father “goodbye” before he sat down. There was this very long awkward moment where we all just stood there until our minister wispered “you can kiss your father now…” I’m sure it was only a few moments, but it felt like forever!
The light and setting for your ceremony is breathtaking. And that fabulous door behind you guys — awesome!