Them: "We first were social dance partners for square dancing."

Me: "What's square dancing?"

Sigh. I'm so ignorant. I thank them for teaching me so much since we've met. Really.

Charlotte and Thomas had their first official date by LAX, Los Angeles International Airport, having a small picnic in the evening by the streets. Then, thoughts in my head, 'That's so random and freaking awesome! Who does that? Nobody goes there for a date!' Then, I shouted out in excitement, "WE HAVE TO GO there for photos!"

They are so quirky, weird, loving, and smart, which make my job more fun and easier. I admire these kindred folks who possess strong individual uniqueness. And you know - I'm obsessed with capturing these individual stories, so we were perfect together. They first approached me saying they're "camera-shy" - now I have my head slightly tilted to the side, going 'really?' Look at these fun, funny, and lovely photos!

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Their story is something that I'd find it in a modern romantic movie - two strangers randomly meet at an airport and fall in love - who doesn't want this? I wish I had this kind of story to tell my children in the future.

Jason and Gillian met on a Southwest Airlines flight - where you get to choose your own seat - from Burbank to Oakland.

"The minute I saw Gillian I knew where I would be sitting," Jason recalled. "I had about an hour to get her phone number."

Gillian didn't make the process easy for Jason though; she first refused to give her number then didn't return his calls for weeks, but of course Jason didn't give up. (Yay!) Eventually Gillian relented and the rest is history. And every time I meet them, my heart just melts; these two lovebirds are so adorable together. I mean, just look at them...

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Nested in east side of Korea Town of Los Angeles, I never knew about this pretty Carondelet House until their wedding.

"I promise to bring you home Diet Coke every time I go grocery shopping and serve you dessert right after dinner."  - Rebecca

Rebecca is, by far, the most decisive and easygoing bride/friend/client I've ever encountered. People like her are a rare breed - ones who are confident and know themselves well on what they like and don't, yet have such a laid-back and loving personality; this was simply and personally amazing for me as I got to be trusted by those whom I try to be.

Rebecca and Mohsen (we call him "Mo") got married at the beautiful South Coast Botanic Garden last November on a sunny day, and it was one of those weddings where I was invited into be their photographer, a friend, and a family member. Rebecca's sweetest grandmother's name is Annie. Come on.

Rebecca and Mo have known each other over 15 years and their relationship grew even stronger while he was in the military (Marines) for 8 years. Mo was her sister's friend from high school, and he was "the first guy" Rebecca "liked a lot."

Their wedding was simple, nonchalant, and beautiful, overflowing with love and celebrations, and the weather couldn't be perfect for those two and the loved ones. My absolute favorite moment was when Mo decided to smash a piece of cake on Rebecca's face while nobody saw that coming.

"Months from now I won't remember the details of this wedding but what I will always remember is how beautiful you look and how happy you are and I will always try and make you this happy." - Mo