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After all the toasting, Robert pulled us aside for quick mini side session. We had not had the opportunity to take pictures of just to the two of us, and after seeing these, I’m so glad we were able to squeeze it in!
The shot above is one of my favorites of the entire day—and who would have thought that it was taken in the bathroom hallway!
Aside from the bathroom hallway, we also made use of some of Jin Asia’s unique decor…
This is my absolute favorite picture of Mr. Toucan. I have one of these framed on my desk at work.
After we toasted the tables, so many of our guests were mingling with our families and bridal party. Mr. Toucan and I were able to sneak away without really missing much—except part of dinner. Our Chinese banquet had 10 courses, so as you can imagine, it takes a while for everyone to eat! Also, by sneaking away during dinner, for a few minutes, many of the guests didn’t even notice that we were gone!
Do you plan to have a mini side session with your photographer? When do you plan to do it?
*Please credit all photos to Robert Mirani Photography.
Relive our day! Previously in the Toucan Recap Series…
1. Getting Ready
2. Getting in the Door
3. First Look and Tea Ceremony #1
4. Get Me to the Church on Time!
5. The Ceremony and Something Almost Missed
6. We’re Married! Err… Now What?!
7. Tea Ceremony #2 and the Donning of the Qua
8. Dance, Lion, Dance!
9. Intros, “the 1st Dance”, and the Real 1st Dance
10. Cutting the Cake and Eating it Too!
11. Parent Dances
12. Toasting the Tables!
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Still loving the photos! I like that black and white one and the kissy one. Great pics!
Yes we do! Dont know when, maybe while the 3rd course is being served?
Gorgeous photos! that lighting is incredible.
We’re hoping to do one either in the middle of the reception or afterwards– and after seeing your results, I’m definitely making it a priority.
Oh that first pictures is Sex-AY! Hotcha!
Those are lovely pics and youre just a lovely couple! I’m going to definitely carve out some time for this, after seeing how great they are!
wowza, hot sauce!
i didn’t care for more pictures of me but it woulda been nice to get a little more alone time!
That’s a really good idea, especially if you’re having a many coursed meal!
Lovely pictures as usual! 
I definitely want to sneak out now after seeing your great shots!
Originally, I didn’t want to see my FI before the wedding. But he really wanted to attend the cocktail hour to see all of our guests. I finally compromised when a friend suggested the following:
See each other before the wedding and take all of the bridal party pictures. (My photogs will do a “first glance” setup, so we’ll have that “moment” even thought it won’t be the same as him seeing me at the end of the aisle.) After the ceremony, we’ll spend about 15 minutes taking family portraits– just a few of his fam, and a few of mine. We’ll then make our way to the cocktail hour, and our plan is to sort of circle the room to see as many people as possible.
Then, during dinner, most couples usually circle around to all of the tables to thank everyone for coming. Since we plan on thanking most of our guests during the cocktail hour, we are going to slip out when our guests are eating, and take a few pictures of us as a married couple… by ourselves.
Thanks for sharing the great shots you got!
love the pics… i like it that you took it with your qipao…
Ohhh these are so hot hot hot! I’m also glad you got to take these too! My fave is the last one you guys look so in LURRRVEEEE
Love your QiPao, where did you get it? I’m still looking for mine.
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Mrs. Toucan, Boston
Age and Occupation: 25, Full-time Research Assistant, Part-time Graduate Student
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 25, Actuary
Engagement Date: February 18, 2007
Wedding Date: June 7, 2008
Blogging Since: November 07, 2007
Venue: St. Catherine of Genoa, Jin Asian Cuisine Restaurant
About Me: I’m a Gemini to the extreme. On one side, I’m a girly girl. I read countless bridal and fashion magazines, and have an obsession with keeping up with the latest Hollywood gossip. On the other side, I’m a sports fanatic. Despite being a full-time bride-to be, full-time research assistant, and part-time student, I’m also a full-time Red Sox fan from spring training to October, and a full-time Patriots fan from mini-camp to February. I devote almost as much time researching my for fantasy football team as researching for our wedding!
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