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Chugga chugga! I haven’t fallen off the recap train just yet…
Following a rough week last week, I thought it only appropriate to pick up our recaps with a post dedicated to the lovely ladies who surrounded us (with LOVE) on our wedding day. They’re rock stars.
Meet Team Awesome:
I’ve thought long and hard about what to say about these eight women.
I could wax poetic about all the amazing things they did for us on our wedding day (and leading up to it). Or I could bitch a little about the collision of bridal expectations with the reality of busy lives—both ours and theirs.
And this is what I’ve realized: It’s a lot more fun to appreciate all the amazing (crafts! music! crane hanging! hanging cranes? dancing! love!) things our ladies did for us, than it is to begrudge them the things they didn’t do. I think Oprah would call it an Aha! Moment, actually.
So that’s my story and I’m sticking with it. Not just where BMs are concerned, but for every aspect of our wedding day. Sure it’s a little Pollyanna, but it makes me damn happy.
Just like our wedding.
Have you had an Aha! Moment while wedding planning (or recapping)?
Do you need a little more context for just how happy our wedding made me?:
P.S. I hope this doesn’t read as cryptic or ungrateful! There is no crazy back story, drama, or heartbreak where Team Awesome is concerned. Our ladies were just that, awesome. This post just really slammed me in the face with the importance of celebrating the good, and letting those silly, petty, or lingering wedding day annoyances fade away.
P.P.S. I am still annoyed at the way the lemons were cut.
P.P.P.S. All photos by the amazing Kirsten Ellis
Keep your recaps coming–love ‘em!
You have some seriously gorgeous friends! Is that a sister of Wife Stripes as well? So cute.
Could your friends and family be any hotter or more well dressed? Answer: no! AWESOME pics!
Ah, very sweet post! And your “team” has such awesome style! I love the huge hair bow, and the lady who’s wearing the yellow gingham and floral bow tie! Amazing!
I just love the style of your photographs SO much!! Gorgeous!
team awesome is wayyyy awesome. they sparkle just like the stripes duo - love it!
Thank you lovelies! =)
@MsBrooklynA: Yup- that’s sis-in-law stripes in the jumping shot! AND my sis is on the far right in the big group shots… Additional trivia, both sisters are named Lisa!
@Mrs. Pin Cushion: Hee hee- Nami was totally talked into the hair bow! So glad b/c she looks gorgeous! 
So insanely gorgeous, Stripes. I adore those bow ties with the vests!
Loving your recaps, Stripes! You guys are insanely gorgeous and I love the balloons. Can’t wait for more
You gals are all amazingly awesome. And gorgeous. Great post, Stripes!
I am so in love with your wedding and photography. It screams love & happiness!
Looks like you had a fab group of ladies on Team Awesome! The pics are gorgeous!
Aw! Everyone looks so so awesome; I love that everyone’s personality came out with their attire!
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Ms. Stripes, Los Angeles Age and Occupation: 29, Costume Designer/Stylist Fiancee's Age and Occupation: 29, Chef Engagement Date: June 23, 2009 Wedding Date: September 2010 Venue: Heritage Square Museum About Me: I’m a type A creative with a messy streak, a loud mouth, and an uncanny knack for combining clashing patterns. I can usually be found with my nose in a book, my feet (or at least my toes) on the ground, my head in the clouds, and my arm around the prettiest girl you ever saw- aka Fiancee Stripes. Together we’re planning a FUN vintage/modern French carnival wedding extravaganza and rockin’ dance party on a dime. (Say that three times fast!) Good coffee, long lists, Uniball pens, and my iPhone keep me sane, and making art, making trouble, and making out keep me happy! I love urban adventures, bike rides that end with afternoon drinks, breakfast for dinner, beautiful light, photography, travel, my furry family, and of course, my beautiful fiancee! I’m super excited to be here and can’t wait to share all our adventures as we craft a joyful, budget-friendly, design-savvy and all-around AWESOME wedding!
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