Sunday, August 23, 2009, 09:00 PM
"Among those whom I like or admire, I can find no common denominator, but among those whom I love, I can: all of them make me laugh." -W.H. Auden 

That quote completely sums up how I feel about Leda & Jonathan. I don't think I have ever laughed harder in my life with a couple. It feels soo good to laugh, I mean who doesn't just love that euphoria you get after a good bottom-of-you-stomach laugh? Well, that is the kind of laughter these two have with one another. One thing that I've noticed in couples who have had long and successful marriages is that they still laugh with one another. When I think about Leda and Jonathan fifty something years from now, I picture a cute little 80 year-old couple cuddled up in the corner of a bustling party giggling :). Joy just ebbs from them and their natural charisma rubs off on everyone who comes into contact with them... It makes it VERRY difficult not to absolutely adore them.

These two had their reception at an amazing, modern and stylized hotel in Tacoma, Hotel Murano. It was a totally inspiring setting, with lots of loving family and one of the most killer wedding party's ever! Chris even busted out the Polaroid for a lot of this wedding and I have posted a few here in the blog. We feel very blessed to have played a special role in your day Leda & Jonathan, thank you for treating us like family ;) You are true friends.


Thoughts
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Mrs B says: Tuesday, October 6, 2009, 01:47 PM

Leda, I just heard recently that you were married this past summer and per chance, found my way to this website. (Ok, ok..... I had to do some web snooping to find ya!) I just can't tell you how touched my heart was, seeing these photos of you as a beautiful bride. I can't wait for Jo and Chris to come home from school today, so I can show this to them. They are going to be so surprised and happy! You have always been on my mind and in my heart and now I can rest assured that you have found happiness. I know I speak for all the Burkes (Matt, Pat, Kelsey, Chris, Jo, Gabe and Liam) We LOVE you and our hearts are filled with JOY !
With ((Hugs)) & Blessings,
Mrs B.

Heather Kincaid says: Friday, September 4, 2009, 07:57 PM

Oh... so so stunning.

Airika Pope says: Thursday, September 3, 2009, 11:56 AM

Beautiful photos (as always), but wow-Leda is gorgeous and the joy that emanates from her just brightened my day. great work, sarah!

Lars says: Monday, August 31, 2009, 04:03 PM

The pictures are amazing! You guys look like friggin models. Beautiful.

Leda (the bride) says: Friday, August 28, 2009, 09:58 AM

Wow these comments are so incredibly sweet. Thank you for the compliments, truly. Holly: the dress is Pronovias (slightly customized). But above and beyond the best investment in our wedding was in our amazing photographers, Sarah and Chris. They can make anyone look good! xoxo

Nora says: Thursday, August 27, 2009, 09:00 AM

Beautiful shots!

Jesse says: Wednesday, August 26, 2009, 08:34 PM

Too cute! The hair, the veil, the dress, and the shoes, I am dying!! It is perfection!

Julie h says: Wednesday, August 26, 2009, 12:09 PM

They have the most infectious smiles. :) I laughed out loud picturing an old couple giggling in the corner at a party. adorable!

Holly says: Wednesday, August 26, 2009, 11:22 AM

I must know: WHERE DID THAT DRESS COME FROM?!?! I'm not even engaged yet but I believe this is the dress I want to wear on my wedding day! It's stunning. As is the bride and the rest of the pictues, great job!

kelly beane says: Wednesday, August 26, 2009, 08:08 AM

Cannot get enough!! Seriously fabulous!!!

CReid says: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 08:07 PM

Love the images as usual. My favourite is the last image of the couple in the crimson red elevator.

Regards,
Carl

shanni says: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 05:35 PM

oh to my wow.

Charmi says: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 10:53 AM

They are the most gorgeous couple! I love how you captured them not only smiling but cracking up all day. Beautiful pictures as alway!

ashley says: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 09:36 AM

Sarah, your work is so inspiring.
This wedding is just gorgeous! Fabulous work!

Jennifer Liebo says: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 08:45 AM

crystallized visions of a beautiful day! congrats! Great wedding!

Melissa Sedotal says: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 07:23 AM

All I can say is BEAUTIFUL! It felt like I was looking at a Vogue or a Wedding magazine. The Pictures...Beautiful...the Bride & Groom...Beautiful...the reason...even MORE Beautiful! I love you guys and wish you both happy years & memories to come. Thank you so much for inviting me to enjoy your special day...it was just that...SPECIAL! I lub you both...

Luisa Brimble says: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 05:01 AM

WOW another absolutely amazing wedding images!!! you're style is so natural and just breathtaking!!!! Love them all.

Shawn Alexander says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 10:37 PM

The pictures really capture the happiness this couple shares and how much the people around them truly love them. Thanks Sarah for the memories!

Stephanie Brazzle says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 09:06 PM

wow this bride is so stunning! wow great shots!

Rachel says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 07:08 PM

I just cannot get enough of your work. The talent amazes me every single post that you show! Every picture is a work of art. Beautiful :-)

susan yee says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 06:33 PM

holy crap! I LOVE this wedding, especially the polaroid of the couple. love love loveeee! love her style, can i steal her? so cute!

Kelly Taylor says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 05:11 PM

These are amazing. Love this stylin' couple.....and I remember loving their engagement session!

oneshotbeyond says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 01:08 PM

these are fantastic!

Leda and Jonathan says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 12:19 PM

How can you not laugh when *someone* gets stuck hanging out of the limo window on their wedding day! lol Thank you both Sarah and Chris for the beautiful words and even more beautiful photos. To the only photographers we would trust to capture one of the most important days of our lives. You are AMAZING. ~L&J

Olivia Leigh says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 12:11 PM

Love these!

Nicole Gates says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 11:55 AM

These are so awesome!!! Enough said. :)

Theresa says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 11:14 AM

Wow! You both look so AMAZING - such a beautiful bride and handsome groom! I am so happy and feel very blessed that I was able to share the day with you. Love you guys!

Sasha Ball says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 10:31 AM

LOVE it!!! This was such an exciting post for me, because it was their engagement post that got me hooked on you guys! Now I'm a regular blog lover, and it's so amazing to see love like this come through in the photos again and again. I can't say enough how much of an inspiration your photography has been in the past year, and I thank you for sharing what you do with the world. :)

-Sasha

Nicole Moses says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 10:10 AM

what a very special day. i also was so lucky and thrilled to be a part of it. i love you too so much!! you guys both look amazing. leda you made an incrediable bride!!

Nicole Moses says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 10:10 AM

what a very special day. i also was so lucky and thrilled to be a part of it. i love you too so much!! you guys both look amazing. leda you made an incrediable bride!!

jonathan says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 09:47 AM

this rocks

Lesley says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 09:29 AM

Holy moly these made my jaw drop! So many details and such a stunning couple!

Alicia Lee Saetern says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 09:09 AM

A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person.
-Germaine Greer

that quote is so perfect for the two of you. Leda, Jonathan, your wedding was def. one of the most beautiful wedding that i've ever attended. i do agree with Sarah about all the laughters, smiles, and just the whole entire room was filled with love and fun! every one of your pictures are amazing, and the expression on both of your faces, tells it all, LOVE that will last a lifetime and more. i love u both and what an inspiration! mwa! ps great job Sarah! u def. captured it all!

Julia Wade says: Monday, August 24, 2009, 06:44 AM

These are incredible! Cool and chic and trendy and timeless. Love it!

Betsy says: Sunday, August 23, 2009, 10:48 PM

yeah.. they're children are gonna be knock-outs.

beautiful wedding. beautiful work.. as usual.

Beata English says: Sunday, August 23, 2009, 10:46 PM

My gosh guys - this is amazing! What a gorgeous couple! I love the shoes. You guys are truly amazing, such an inspiration!

josh mccullock says: Sunday, August 23, 2009, 10:29 PM

holy schnikes Rhoadses! Such an inspiration!

Becca says: Sunday, August 23, 2009, 10:12 PM

Wow. I knew that the wedding photos would be amazing, after seeing the engagement session, but...wow! Leda, you are beautiful! I love all the details, and the photos are A-MAZING! Well done, sister :)