My room with a view.
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Tomorrow is all work. But for tonight I can enjoy my room with a view.
Kristopher White
My room with a view.
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Matt's tie...
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Rachel helps Matt tie his toe correctly. I.e. A full Windsor.
me
In Baton Rouge..
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Rachel and I finally arrived in Baton Rouge for our good friends, Matt
& Leah's, rehearsal dinner.
We barely had time to dress. But thats just the way it goes. Besides,
Rachel looks fab either way.
Rachel blows a moose
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> Rachel gives life support to the moosehead that lives above our
> mantle. It's the first time we've had to blow him in four years.
Why now? His antlers we're sagging.
>
Getting ready for Bond
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Rachel and I are super excited about the new Bond. But we can't forget
our roots.
This one's for you Connery!
Kung Fu Panda premiere.
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Dustin Hoffman hangs with the Pandas outside Hooters in Hollywood.
Sunset 11-8-08
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As I was sitting in my breakfast nook writing, I looked out the window for the first time in a while... and noticed the unusually beautiful sunset happening.
I know... SoCal usually has beautiful sunsets. But if no one notices them, what good are they. And we haven't had one this nice in a while.
If you notice, I did a poor man's HDR on the photo. Thanks to my new camera (Nikon D90) I can try this... now all I need is a better version of photoshop. Sigh.
We JUST got the disc with our wedding photos in! And... well... there's a lot of them. And a lot of great ones.
This, of course, is our signature shot. We call it... Kentucky Gothic
So, until I have time to sit down with Rachel and pick out our collective favorites to show on the web, here are some random highlights I found during lunch on Friday. Most of these are already posted on Facebook. But I know not everyone has Facebook. So... enjoy.
This, of course, is our signature shot. We call it... Kentucky Gothic
So, until I have time to sit down with Rachel and pick out our collective favorites to show on the web, here are some random highlights I found during lunch on Friday. Most of these are already posted on Facebook. But I know not everyone has Facebook. So... enjoy.
On the fourth day of our honeymoon, we did nothing dangerous or adventurous... but we did encounter one of the coolest animals on our trip... a rare and almost extinct baby Oncilla.
This Oncilla was brought to the property as a kitten in a cage. One of the local residents, an ex-pat who lives on the property, rescued the animal and has been feeding it raw chicken. As a result, the cat is semi-tame. They are currently reducing its chicken rations, forcing the cat to hunt for food and no longer just for fun. In another month or two, this cat will probably return to the wild on her own.
In the meantime, though, she trailed us around the property... and even posed for a photo or two.
Here is a video of the Oncilla...
This Oncilla was brought to the property as a kitten in a cage. One of the local residents, an ex-pat who lives on the property, rescued the animal and has been feeding it raw chicken. As a result, the cat is semi-tame. They are currently reducing its chicken rations, forcing the cat to hunt for food and no longer just for fun. In another month or two, this cat will probably return to the wild on her own.
In the meantime, though, she trailed us around the property... and even posed for a photo or two.
Here is a video of the Oncilla...
Well... Obama has been elected. Which means it's time for more honeymoon highlights!
In today's adventure (or more accurately, our adventure from October 15th, 2008), Rachel and I went rappelling down waterfall walls, witnessed a truck nearly fall off the road, and caught some hummingbirds hanging outside our room.
Enjoy.
In today's adventure (or more accurately, our adventure from October 15th, 2008), Rachel and I went rappelling down waterfall walls, witnessed a truck nearly fall off the road, and caught some hummingbirds hanging outside our room.
Enjoy.
Hey all;
Here are some highlights from our first two days in Costa Rica. The good stuff if yet to come though... zip lining, rappelling, monkies and a semi-WILD CAT!
Here are some highlights from our first two days in Costa Rica. The good stuff if yet to come though... zip lining, rappelling, monkies and a semi-WILD CAT!
After last night's Halloween adventures, I needed a nap. Which I took this afternoon. Only my dreams were filled with strange music. Turns out, as I woke, there was a mini-outdoor festival happening right outside my street.
So, I grabbed my camera and checked it out. Sami Cultura and several other Latin hip-hop artists were gathered and throwing down on the corner of La Brea and Pico. Yeah, I couldn't understand a word of what was being said... but it was cool nonetheless. A good reminder that LA is a unique blend of cultures -- and sometimes that happens right outside your door.
The gathering was being thrown in honor of "Bruno's Barber Shop". I used to go there to get my hair cut... so it was good to see those guys again.
Sami Culture throws down. Click on the photo above to see more from this set at Flickr
So, I grabbed my camera and checked it out. Sami Cultura and several other Latin hip-hop artists were gathered and throwing down on the corner of La Brea and Pico. Yeah, I couldn't understand a word of what was being said... but it was cool nonetheless. A good reminder that LA is a unique blend of cultures -- and sometimes that happens right outside your door.
The gathering was being thrown in honor of "Bruno's Barber Shop". I used to go there to get my hair cut... so it was good to see those guys again.
Here are some of the highlights from our third day of the wedding... aka, the actual day before our wedding.
The day started with Ashley arriving in town. And all of us grooms-people having a tasty breakfast at some random omelet place. After that, the groomsmen busted a move to the Four Roses distillery to taste some bourbon and I got myself to the farm to put up lights, chairs and tables... along with some help from my brothers, Will & Andrew.
That evening, we had the rehearsal (well documented in the photos) and the rehearsal dinner... Though none of the toasts were tapes or photographed (probably for the best). They were all memorable.
Some highlights:
Jason's plethora of notes (which has been a long time coming, since I did the same thing to him at his rehearsal dinner)
Coop & Craig's sketch comedy show on the faults of Kris
Leah's heartfelt speech -- including one misperceived comment... a must for any rehearsal
And, Pennie's straight-from-the-heart speech that only an older sister can give...
Sigh. After that, the parties split. With me and the groomsmen playing some inane drinking game where you point at each other. (Ask Ashley) And the bridesmaids and Rachel playing Spades, and concluding with an orgy. (Well, that's what the photos look like!)
Next up... the most well-documented day in our life thus far... our wedding day.
The day started with Ashley arriving in town. And all of us grooms-people having a tasty breakfast at some random omelet place. After that, the groomsmen busted a move to the Four Roses distillery to taste some bourbon and I got myself to the farm to put up lights, chairs and tables... along with some help from my brothers, Will & Andrew.
That evening, we had the rehearsal (well documented in the photos) and the rehearsal dinner... Though none of the toasts were tapes or photographed (probably for the best). They were all memorable.
Some highlights:
Jason's plethora of notes (which has been a long time coming, since I did the same thing to him at his rehearsal dinner)
Coop & Craig's sketch comedy show on the faults of Kris
Leah's heartfelt speech -- including one misperceived comment... a must for any rehearsal
And, Pennie's straight-from-the-heart speech that only an older sister can give...
Sigh. After that, the parties split. With me and the groomsmen playing some inane drinking game where you point at each other. (Ask Ashley) And the bridesmaids and Rachel playing Spades, and concluding with an orgy. (Well, that's what the photos look like!)
Next up... the most well-documented day in our life thus far... our wedding day.
All the photos are coming in... and slowly... we are compiling them. Right now, we're happy to present our brief selection to everyone of the best of day 1 and 2 of our wedding.
These photos represent October 8th & 9th.
October 8th was low-key, primarily a day for Rachel and myself to get acclimated and knock off a few errands ahead of time... you know, like getting our marriage license and purchasing the liquor.
On the 9th, the bulk of our groomsmen and bridesmaids arrived in town. Oh, and so did Rachel's immediate family. The afternoon was spent waiting for the rental company to come by and setup the tent and drop off the chairs and tables for the wedding. Which, of course, ended up happening more or less at the same time as Rachel's entire family arriving on the farm for the first time ever too.
That evening, we got the families together for a meet-n-greet dinner while the groomsmen and bridesmaids went out of the town for dinner. My brothers and I caught up with some of them afterward for some late night bar-hopping... along with the Grest brothers, our first out-of-town non-wedding party guests to arrive.
There are no photos here of that adventurous evening.
These photos represent October 8th & 9th.
October 8th was low-key, primarily a day for Rachel and myself to get acclimated and knock off a few errands ahead of time... you know, like getting our marriage license and purchasing the liquor.
On the 9th, the bulk of our groomsmen and bridesmaids arrived in town. Oh, and so did Rachel's immediate family. The afternoon was spent waiting for the rental company to come by and setup the tent and drop off the chairs and tables for the wedding. Which, of course, ended up happening more or less at the same time as Rachel's entire family arriving on the farm for the first time ever too.
That evening, we got the families together for a meet-n-greet dinner while the groomsmen and bridesmaids went out of the town for dinner. My brothers and I caught up with some of them afterward for some late night bar-hopping... along with the Grest brothers, our first out-of-town non-wedding party guests to arrive.
There are no photos here of that adventurous evening.
Ryan gets into the Kentucky spirit.
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Toby Keith eat your heart out.
Out and about on our wedding night
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We finally got out with everyone on our wedding night.
Ashley arrives on no sleep.
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Craig's girlfriend just arrived via the redeye. Her first request:
breakfast.
The groomsmen and I were happy to oblige. Especially since 9/10ths of
them are hungover. Or were. Thanks you Wild Eggs.
Rachel and Kris get their marriage license
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We just got into town and, on very little sleep, went downtown with
Will and Cynthia to get our marriage license.
Now we just have to say "I do."
Well....All the planning and prepping has come to this. In 6 hours I will be hopping on a plane headed for my future and my husband. This journey has made me really realize who my friends are and why they are important in my life. Through everything, I have felt the love and strength they give me every day. I have the shoulder to cry on friend, the crazy in the head and fun but loves me fiercely friend, I have the protective friend who kicks anyone's ass who tries to hurt me, I have the there when I need her friend, and I have the forever friend who is my nice warm hug. They make up the best group of friends anyone could ask for. I couldn't have done this without them and my future husband.
On another note, DIY weddings are a pain in the a#% when you have a full time job too! Oy! I told Kris he better love me forever because I am NOT doing this again! Hahaha. Seriously, I can't wait! See ya'll soon.
Soon-to-be
Mrs. me
On another note, DIY weddings are a pain in the a#% when you have a full time job too! Oy! I told Kris he better love me forever because I am NOT doing this again! Hahaha. Seriously, I can't wait! See ya'll soon.
Soon-to-be
Mrs. me
No time. Went from 2 years until the wedding to 9 days in a flash. Jeez. I already told Kris he better love me forever because I ain't doing this again. I still have a list a mile long. I need jewelry, something borrowed, finish the chuppah cover, pack, place settings, decorations, pack, clean, nails, ugggggggghhhhhhhh. I hate this economy too. People are dropping like flies out of the wedding. Pretty soon it will be a nice intimate picnic for 10 instead of a wedding reception:) Nah, I understand. We are currently debating about whether or not to go out of town for a wedding in a few months. Eh, just had to bitch because I am exhausted and I have no time to sleep......ZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz.
me
me
Ok...In an attempt to get everyone on somewhat of the same page, I am posting RE: travel. If you want to carpool, reply to this post. I already know of one couple who is flying into Louisville and is interested in carpooling with someone. Holler if you want to be added to the list:)
On the wedding update front:
I FINALLY got bridesmaid dresses!! YAY! The flower girl dresses are on the way also. Whew! I am almost done with the arts-n-crafts and veil. I just need jewelry and to pick up my dress. Slowly but surely it is coming together.
Whew....
Rachel
On the wedding update front:
I FINALLY got bridesmaid dresses!! YAY! The flower girl dresses are on the way also. Whew! I am almost done with the arts-n-crafts and veil. I just need jewelry and to pick up my dress. Slowly but surely it is coming together.
Whew....
Rachel
Breakfast at denny's
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Kris likes everything for breakfast... At the same time.
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Rachel and Nazanin get blown away by the ac. Fabulous baby.
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Us at Andre's wedding in Sacramento. It's in a garden, could you tell?
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The best pizza in town. Once it's served. Until then, everyone's on their own. As evidenced here.
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We're in san fran finally. And we're out to see the town. Right after Rachel gets done reading.
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