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The greatest happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved; loved for ourselves, or rather, loved in spite of ourselves." — Victor Hugo
I just knew it.
And I just felt it; their love.
As I was photographing Gillian and Jason at their home in Silverlake, a beautiful and lovely area that I'd love to live in someday, no word could describe how fun they are and how much these two love each other. You just shut up; watch and feel it.
“Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.” - Maya
"So, how did you guys meet?"
"I fell into his lap," Dani said.
..... (me staring at the couple and confused)
"No, seriously. How?"
..... (Dani and Gabriel laughing and smiling)
As much as I want to believe that only happens in the movies, that's how Dani and Gabriel first met - at the indoor rock-climbing gym of Cal State University, Long Beach, 3 years ago. Gabriel took her to a "secluded" oil field overlooking city of Long Beach where they had their romantic first kiss. We had to revisit that moment with some beer while watching the sunset.
".... Gabriel gave me my life back. He brought hope and love back into my heart," Dani said.
“The best love is the kind that awakens the soul and makes us reach for more, that plants a fire in our hearts and brings peace to our minds. And that's what you've given me. That's what I'd hoped to give you forever” - Nicholas Sparks
It had never happened before I met Charlie and Danny. I never had the first meet-up consultation with any client for 5 hours. Five freaking hours. I mean... holy cow. We drank beer and wine and laughed a lot and I even cried. OK, crying sounds a little bit dramatic - so, I sobbed while Danny was telling me how much Charlie means to him. It was beautiful - these two complete strangers sitting across the table. Odd? Maybe. But when I get chocked up or sob, it's always a good sign because I'm an emotional moment junkie that I know I'm going to do my job well.
There was no question about where the engagement session would take place other than Venice Canals - where they had the first date, the first kiss, and the proposal. I had so many moments where I just smiled while shooting these two goofy perfectly-in-love couple. Thank you so much Charlie and Danny for being who you are and inviting me to witness your special love.
