My Best Friend's Wedding

Updated 05/24/06 10:03PM:
As promised, more photos! Do I not deliver, or what? Actually, I stole these off of Christy's MySpace... lovely lovely lovely!

Original Post 05/24/06 6:20PM:
The kind of guy who runs to your side when your car breaks down; who's never late for a dinner date and movie; who invites you to every event he plans on attending (even though he knows you'll say no); who takes you out for ice cream every time someone breaks your heart; who buys you m&m's every time he sees some; who cooks you dinner, even if he's engaged to be married; who does the dumbest, but most lovable impression of your mom; who runs to pep-boys and purchases parts for your car (without having to ask); who goes out of his way to make sure you're alright; who gets out of his car to pick you up at your door; and is simply, the only man I know who still opens the door for a woman... the one who comes to your rescue... always...

That's the kind of friend Forbey is.

And to see every one of his dreams come true... the day that Christy walked down the isle to be his wife... damn. It took my breath away. The garden ceremony was lovely... with the white fold-out chairs and gazebo on a grassy knoll. The reception was fun... we line danced and YMCA'd the night away. And Russ' best-man's toast made me weep like an infant child! He finally did it... he lived his happily ever after.

My opportunity to take pictures was limited (obviously)... but I promise to post more when the bride shares her professional photographs. Some of her ideas were flat-out original, and oh-so cute! Congrats Josh and Christy!

Happy 24th Birthday Helen

Photo: LA Food Show, Manhattan Beach


Photo: Blow!


Photo: Cat and Helen


Photo: Pubbing with one of my faves. Hey, we have no boobies!


Photo: The guys... and Ethan's the token whitey in the back.

Side note: LA Food Show was delish. Wine was great, crab cakes were pleasing to the pallet (though a wee bit overpriced), and everyone seemed to go gaga over their dishes. A definite stop for those of you who like the posh eateries... and waitresses that are dead ringers for Jessica Alba. Not even kidding. Dead ringer.

To Mommy, With Love

How to show mom you love her... when she has to work on Mother's Day.


Photo: Buffet of plantage.


Photo: Because she's not a roses kinda gal.


Photo: These flowers had the loveliest scent.


Photo: Homemade garlic pasta a'la Rowena.

An E-mail From the Best Dad Ever

My dad is so great. In the midst of working, I received this...

Hey... how is your day today? I smiled & remembered you for a moment because WF is so nice so far this morning, actually extra great attitude. How are you Anak? I hope those unpleasant things around you lately have evaporated. Continue your pleasant demeanor, & the Lord Jesus will take care of you.

Here's something for today...

HE COVERS THE SKY WITH CLOUDS; HE SUPPLIES
THE EARTH WITH RAIN & MAKES GRASS GROW ON
THE HILLS. PSALM 147:8 NIV

Today, whatever the weather or circumstances, know that darkness will end, dawn will break, & the sun will rise once more... have a great & peaceful day.

Love you & Paul

DAD

The blessings of being loved by computer-literate parents. Isn't my pops just adorable? And Poetic?

Ayana's 23rd Birthday

I finally got my hands on some pics from Ayana's 23rd birthday - scene of the infamous camera theft incident! I hate dwelling on all the awesome pics that have gone lost in the infinite abyss, but lucky for me, I'm no longer the only one taking pictures at parties anymore! *claps!*

Here's to hoping that pictures from last weekend's Bachelorette & Country Line Dancing Brouhaha show up in my inbox soon! I promise I'll share!