It started with a latte. No, seriously. They met for the first time at a coffee shop in Oakland that quickly turned into a magical Happy Hour date with sweet potato fries and great conversation. (I already love them for this) Besides selecting the chapel at Oakland Mills College, they had so many special moments for their ceremony. Destiny Muhammed blessed the guests with her gracious (& badass) harp skills. She serenaded the processional with her version of India Arie's Ready for Love and it was amazing. Another one of the girls read from The Alchemist (posted below) that touched the hearts of everyone. The ceremony commenced with the traditional of Jumping the Broom and a sweet kiss to kick off their new life together.

I am so honored and blessed to have taken part in such a special occasion.

Congratulations to Channa & Jason.

xoxo,

Meo

Wedding Venue: Oakland Mill College

Wedding Coordinator: Ann with Dreamcatcher Events

Harpist: Destiny Muhammed

It's been one of the best and worst years of my life. I've never lost so many loved ones in such a short amount of time. It's really changed my perspective on what is important to me. For instance, I'm learning to enjoy being in the moment more (one reason why this post is coming in a couple days past the new year). Another, to fight for what I love and not letting anyone or anything get in the way. I'll never be the best mom/wife/photographer in the world, but learning to have the same passion in each of my roles helps me to strive to be a better version of myself.

Thank you to my friends, family and clients that believed in me and my vision for 2013. I am so so thankful for each of you...now let's see what kind of crazy adventure 2014 can hold!

xoxo,

Meo

It's been a great year. I've gotten to spend time with couple on one of the most important days of their life and I couldn't be more honored. These are the images that they will look back on to recall the memories and emotions of this day. Jesse & Andy arrived at our infamous Stow Lake spot in Golden Gate Park dressed in the cutest wedding attire. Her dress from Ruche and her adorable heels from Poetic Licence.

She handmade her shawl with a free pattern from Ravelry and he made his boutonniere!

The icing on the cake are her ombre tights from the Lily Yang Store on ebay. I want some!!

Officiants: Ken Jones with Lyssabeth's Officiants

Congratulations Jesse & Andy!

XOXO

Preparation Location: Best Western Tuscan Inn at Fisherman's Wharf Officiant: Ken Jones with Lyssabeth's Wedding Officiants

Ceremony Location: Stow Lake/Golden Gate Park

Hair & Makeup: http://meobaaklini.com/

San Francisco Wedding and Elopement Photographer, Golden Gate Park/Stow Lake.

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Congratulations Theresa & Ben!

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Ugh. I melt over all of this. Rose gold ring, BHLDN wedding dress, floral crown from Etsy and the gorgeous Badgley Mischka shoes.  

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