I have to admit something here. I have never cried during an event as much as I did at this anniversary party. I will explain - First off the couple here that have been married for 50 years now are like my family. That didn't help! Second - they have four unbelievably wonderful sons which who made this anniversary party something to never forget. The event started as a typical surprise party in which many of the guests who were invited were actual attendees at the original wedding 50 years ago. To everyone's surprise almost all of them showed up and made a total guest list of approximately 140. By todays standard that is a decent sized wedding.

Then their were the details. Take a look at the child's dress that I have here in the images I posted. That dress was worn 50 years ago by the Bride's niece. I don't need to mention that there niece now has children married of her own! Wow! The champagne glasses were originally the Anniversary couples parents from their 50 year anniversary 25 years ago. Wow! Needless to say their were so many sentimental items used here that you could not imagine.

Ok, so for the topper of the occasion, Dominic and Jeannie's son David got ordained prior to this event and RE-MARRIED his parents in front of everyone! Cried and Cried and Cried I did. I was so touched to have been honored to witness such a beautiful exchange of vows that day. They were so sweat and everything that happened was so moving I could not stand it. Happy Anniversary Jeannie and Dominic - We Love You Both!

4 tips for looking your best in your wedding photos
Long after the cake has been devoured, the gifts have been stored away, and the honeymoon has ended; your wedding photos, memories, and the person by your side will remain forever. Here are a few tips to ensure those photos are as perfect as they can be.

1) Choose an amazing location or backdrop that creates the ambience for you. Take your time to find a great photo location near your ceremony or reception area. By becoming part of a gorgeous backdrop, the overall photo will achieve the look of a unique work of art, as opposed to a run of the mill posed image.

2) Avoid posing for the camera, just have fun and enjoy your day. Have a conversation with the photographer before your wedding day, and be sure they will become a part of the background, catching unexpected snapshots of priceless moments for you and your groom, your wedding party, and your guests.

3) For those times when you do need to setup a shot (wedding party, family group photos, etc.), follow these simple tips:

a. Keep your chin up (literally): In order to avoid a double chin, remember to keep your chin up as you’re posing for group or couple photos.

b. Close your eyes: To avoid blinking or closing your eyes in the photo, you should close them for a few seconds just before the shot is taken. Sounds contradictory, but it works! If you can’t get it right, ask the photographer to tell you when to open your eyes, just as she is about to snap the photo.

c. Look into the light:
To avoid the dreaded red-eye, look toward a light or the sun just before the photo will be taken. When you look away, your pupils will adjust to the light, and you will avoid the night-hawk look in your photos.

d. Don’t say cheesy: If you try to fake a smile, it will ultimately look, well, fake. Instead, try to relax and just enjoy the moment. Your photographer should crack a joke or find a way to get the group smiling, all you need to do is try to have fun with the people around you. Oh yeah, and avoid giving your brother or sister bunny ears!

4) Hire the best photographer you can find – consider it an investment in your “forever” At Relive Photography, we understand the importance of providing you with a portfolio of images that will enhance your memories, and last a lifetime. We work behind the scenes during your Big Day, capturing the priceless moments and artistic images that will continue to wow you, your children, and your grandchildren for years to come. And we are conscious of your budget. To view photos from the happy couples whose weddings we’ve been proud to shoot over the years, check out our portfolio. Or call today for an initial consultation with an expert photographer, and see what we can do for you!