Dakota & Alan
Alaska Native Heritage Center
If there ever was one that was excited about his wedding it was Alan… I think he broke the record for the shortest time it took to get from Palmer to Anchorage for his wedding. He was that excited.
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Looking good, Alan!
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I had never seen these Groom’s Toms before! Stylish! Alan said: “I am just wearing what she told me to.” Haha, thats a good groom for you. 🙂
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The junkyard dogs:
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Then we met up with Dakota and her ladies at the Ship Creek Comfort Inn…
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I love her two rings… So perfect.
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Gorgeous, Dakota!
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Stunning! I have this one printed big and it is a thing of beauty!
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Then back to the Native Heritage Center for some quick photos before ceremony.
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Dakota’s Jr Bridesmaid has a special place in her heart. Look at those adorable dimples!!
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While the Bride is the center of attention on her wedding day… these two sure gave her a run for her money! Dakota and Alan’s daughter’s were adorable in their matching dresses!
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The ceremony started with one of Dakota’s dad’s bringing her down the aisle.
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The flowergirls took their job very seriously… they put out the petals and picked them all up several times through the ceremony.
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The Bahai ceremony was very special, with lots of words of blessing and advice read by various important members of Dakota and Alan’s lives.
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Then we spent 1/2 hour photographiing the newly married couple, while guests enjoyed the bar and appetizers.
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This was the ultimate reception for a man! Smokehouse Barbecue provided every kind of meat that you could want… The ribs were amazing! But my second shooter, Scott, enjoyed trying the Muktuk. I loved the smoked salmon, myself.
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I loved the birch bark cake. So unique!
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Oh I think this might be my favorite garter photo of all time! Dakota and Alan’s little girl is giving him a helping hand!
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1st Dance
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Between her heartfelt toast and the tears of joy streaming down her cheeks during the mother son dance, I fell in love with Alan’s mama. She seems like such a sweetie.
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Nobody ever enjoys dancing as much as the children! These two had some serious moves!!!
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Not to be outdone, even great Grandma gets in on it. As we left, the party was only just beginning.
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Dakota and Alan, Thanks so much for including us in your day! Your wedding was lovely!
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