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Marsha + Judy : Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club and Lodge Wedding

June 9, 2019 by Jensey 15 Comments

“A heart is not judged by how much you love; but by how much you are loved by others.” ― L. Frank Baum, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

That quote kicked off Marsha and Judy’s wedding ceremony, and I can think of no more fitting description for these two incredible women.

They’ve been together for almost 20 years- first meeting online, becoming close over messages, then their first date at Steak and Shake. They’re the two incredible aunts of my best friend, Veronica, and my newest acquired family members as I slowly carve out a permanent spot in her family. :) When I started asking Veronica questions about how they met, she responded with, “I don’t actually know- They’ve just always been ‘Marsha and Judy’ as long as I can remember.” I don’t know that I’ve ever seen a couple more beloved- When they opened up the mic for toasts during the reception, it was practically standing room only of people sharing their memories, love, and gratitude for these two, each sentiment more touching than the last.

In the 13 years we’ve photographed weddings, this was my all-time favorite ceremony. Veronica’s dad officiated, her mother sang, and every quote, sentiment, vow, and laugh was so perfectly tailored to them and the life they’ve built together.

Nate said it best on our drive home. “We’ve only known them a short time, but our lives are already richer because of them.”

Marsha and Judy, we love you to the moon, and we hope you love your wedding preview. Thank you for the greatest honor of letting us be your photographers!! :)

I have never, ever seen a more joyful start to a wedding ceremony than watching Marsha literally giggle and dance her way down the aisle and both of them greeting their guests with big hugs and kisses!!

Favorite. <3

Trying to steal a kiss after Judy said her vows! :)

Breaking the glass! Mazel tov! <3

MARRIED! <3

Their ceremony was at Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge, and this little courtyard was my faaaaavorite! :)

Ollie’s two favorite people and most requested friends- “Ronna and Deg!” <3 <3

How happy is this cake set up?! Made by my our favorite cake maker- Nini Dink Designs Custom Cakes! 

And now for some favorite photos from their morning after brunch! Orange juice cheers with Ollie! :)

My newest Mama! <3

“Tut Tut” and Ollie! <3

 

Marsha and Judy- My *only* complaint about your wedding is that we never got a photo together! Let’s fix that asap. We love y’all!!!! :)

Filed Under: Personal, Weddings Tagged With: arnold palmer's bay hill club & lodge, aueroots, feature, orlando same sex wedding photographer, root lifers, same sex wedding

Yay Florida!

January 6, 2015 by Jensey Leave a Comment

Florida Gay Wedding Photographer

Nate and I are so proud to be Floridians today and wanted to celebrate with a promotion! Any gay wedding booked between today and January 31st, 2015 will receive a free USB drive upgrade (containing all edited images)- normally a $650 value. Weddings must take place in Florida, otherwise travel fees must be covered, and obviously we must be available for your wedding date and all that good stuff. We’d love to be your wedding photographers, so please fill out the contact form on our website or blog, or just email us directly at hello(at)rootweddings.com to get the booking process started.

Yay Florida! Yay weddings! Yay equality! <3

Filed Under: General, Weddings Tagged With: equality, gay wedding, same sex wedding

Wade + Bryce : Epcot’s Germany Pavilion Wedding at Walt Disney World Preview

November 8, 2013 by Jensey 8 Comments

I will never, ever forget October 28, 2013: The day Nate and I finally photographed a same-sex ceremony. :)

This is something I’ve been looking forward to since we started shooting weddings. While I’m bummed it took us so long, Wade and Bryce were absolutely worth the wait. I mean, look at these two! <3

Walt Disney World Same Sex Gay Wedding at Epcot's Germany Pavilion

To top it off, their ceremony was in Epcot’s Germany Pavilion. The day took place only a couple days after Candice and Jeremy’s, so it was fun to have back to back weddings in our first week back “home!”

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Their ceremony was absolutely perfect and we so loved shooting in this pavilion!

Walt Disney World Same Sex Gay Wedding at Epcot's Germany Pavilion Walt Disney World Same Sex Gay Wedding at Epcot's Germany Pavilion Walt Disney World Same Sex Gay Wedding Reception at Atlantic Dance Hall

Atlantic Dance Hall magic. :)

aWalt Disney World Same Sex Gay Wedding Reception at Atlantic Dance Hall

Wade and Bryce, we hope y’all love your preview and I absolutely cannot wait to share the rest!! <3

Walt Disney World Same Sex Gay Wedding Reception at Atlantic Dance Hall

Filed Under: Disney, Personal, Weddings Tagged With: disney wedding, epcot, epcot germany pavilion, epcot germany wedding, same sex wedding, walt disney world

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