Samantha + John get hitched!

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One of the first things you notice about Samantha and John is how much they make each other smile and laugh. We’re talking constant smiles and laughter! This, of course, made it an extra-special joy to photograph their wedding at the gorgeous Tabard Inn in Washington DC yesterday.

Samantha and John are the kind of confident, laid-back people who don’t let much get them down, which is why the rain on their wedding day didn’t bother them. They’re also the kind of people who are up for anything, which is how we ended up riding the carousel on the National Mall on a rainy Saturday afternoon. John walked up to the ticket guy, who looked up and around and said, “Brides always ride free”–as if he’d seen this hundreds of times before. But it was the first time for us and apparently the first time for a couple dozen amused tourists who snapped pictures of Samantha and John. The ride was so much fun! I admit I got dizzy, but it was worth it.

Thanks, Samantha and John, for allowing me to document the start of your marriage! I hope you two have an awesome honeymoon. See you when you return to DC!

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Mom and daughter hug

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  1. John Budde

    Laura,

    Samantha and I just wanted to say thank you for all of your help this past Saturday. We had so much fun traveling around the city taking these pictures. You captured the wind-blown umbrella!! (even after your dizzying ride on the carousel)

    Our special day was made even more so with your help.

    Thank you so very much,

    John and Samantha

    Oct 25, 2009 @ 10:50 pm


  2. Maggie

    Samantha & John:

    Thank you so much for sharing these pictures. You both look amazing! Samantha–when I saw your smile on picture #3–it made my eyes water! That’s the true Samantha! I miss seeing you buddy! I really wish I had been there!

    Enjoy your honeymoon and congrats on the start of your new life together!

    Maggie

    Oct 26, 2009 @ 8:29 am


  3. Erin Killian

    These photos are beautiful!

    Nov 02, 2009 @ 2:21 pm


  4. Sarge & Sue

    Great pictures.

    Sam looks great but I questiob her sanity.

    Just kidding.

    You are both great people and we love you dearly.

    Best of luck.

    One bit of advice. Before either of you blows up at the other have a quick visit with Jeasus first. You do that you won’t stay angry.

    And make an agreement to never go to bed angry.

    Love You Guys;

    Russ & Sue

    Nov 02, 2009 @ 6:24 pm