Kim & Jason light up a room. They are full of affection, appreciation, humor and feel so deeply. (And they know how to have a good time.) In the hours leading up to their ceremony, the air was electric with everyone's wonderful anticipation. This couple was completely surrounded by people who were fully invested in their marriage & happiness. From their parents and wedding party to the DJ & waitstaff, I've never experienced a more helpful, gracious and jubilant group. Everyone beamed. We were all mirroring back to Kim & Jason what they give to us. (Big squeeze to you guys.)

Nicole Lisanne | Pacific Oaks Vineyard Estate | Seascape Resort | Megan Hamilton Hair & Makeup Stylist | Thomas Hughes Films | Ena Graziosi Flowers | Big Fun DJ | Scott Wagers Officiant | The Buttery Bakery | Catered Too! | Robert Hatch, Second Shooter

I am a HUGE fan of spunk & rich personalities. I am tickled by wildness, oozing self-expression & zest. Ivette & Ben have these qualities by the baker's dozen. It was so great be a fly on the wall in such a heavenly place and enjoy their true essence as it unfolded--with such beautiful ease. Pure joy & entertainment. Love them and can't wait for their Headlands Center for the Arts wedding.



Thanks Flora Grubb!! Can't wait to see your wedding creations too!

My awesome sister-in-law gave me a subscription to Organic Style for Christmas in 2001. Inside was a story about Outstanding in the Field--an outdoor feast of local food, wine & conversation. I was immediately smitten and awestruck by their ethos (& bus!) and put this experience in the top ten of my loosely organized to-do list. (Also on the list? A swim in the pool at Hearst Castle.) Every year I would drool over their locations, menus, website and idyllic photos. To say I yearned would be an understatement; I really built it up to being the ultimate foodie experience. This summer, about ten years later, I was able to score tickets to my first OITF farm dinner at my most dreamed of location (Secret Sea Cove), on a hot coastal day (such a rarity). I set a high bar and it was all I imagined it to be.

When did you meet your love? Brooke & Barrett met in kindergarten. Kindergarten! Brooke actually remembers playing blocks with Barrett at that itty-bitty age. (I love this.) I wonder if all that kindergarten play time in their early interactions made a playful imprint of them. Spending time with them made me feel like their relationship was built on a foundation of sweet lightheartedness coupled with that great connection one has with one of their first buddies. They are adorable together...and settle disagreements with rock, paper, scissors. :)