Bridal veil and orange blossoms, circa 1920, found at a brocante at Montreuil-sur-Mer, France.
"Let all thy joys be as the month of May and all thy days be as a marriage day." - Francis Quarles.
My daughter is getting married! Jordana will wed her fiance Keith on Saturday, May 2 in Savannah, Georgia. Jordana - who works for a fashion house in Philadelphia - has designed her own dress and veil. Yours truly will photograph the momentous occasion (no pressure, then)! Won't you join me in wishing the happy couple much joy in their life together?
The Only Magic I believe in is LOVE
One shoe can change a life
Cinderella
Love and congratulations
Post lots of photographs
Love Jeanne
X0X0
Posted by: Jeanne | 07 May 2009 at 01:47
Wow, Tara I just read through about your daughter's wedding. Sending my best wishes to the family. Btw, I saw her photo in another post, she is so pretty :)
Posted by: Seeb | 06 May 2009 at 09:24
I sincerely wish them a blessing.... a life of love and happiness and compromise and partnership and trust and respect. A life where two people came together as whole beings facing this next leg of the journey in the same direction, on the same path but on their own footing. May they stroll hand in hand towards their future together!!
XOXOXO
p.s. can't wait to see the pictures!
Posted by: Lisa Swifka | 03 May 2009 at 23:10
Congratulations to the happy couple! And to you too, dear, justly proud, mother of the bride, Tara! Happy, heartfelt wishes all around!!!
XOXOXO
Posted by: tinker | 01 May 2009 at 22:28
The only reason I can think that I missed this is....when you posted this it was Julians birthday! So I just happened to miss this one post.
I am so sorry! Please do not take it as a slight.
Many congratulatoins to Jordana and Keith, she will make a beautiful bride. I can't wait to hear all about the wedding...and see your glorious photos of the occasion.
xoxo
Posted by: Gillian daSilva | 01 May 2009 at 13:36
Oh, how exciting! Joy and happiness to you all.
Posted by: Sharon | 29 April 2009 at 04:09
Thank you, Judy! Your kind sentiments are much appreciated. xo
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 26 April 2009 at 23:00
Merci bien, cher Melanie! I will post some photos upon my return to Paris.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 26 April 2009 at 23:00
Oh my goodness!! I chose that reading to be part of the ceremony!! That is so funny. Thank you for sharing, Yoli!!
Posted by: jordapeach | 24 April 2009 at 16:49
Meilleurs voeux de bonheur et d'accomplissement !
Hope you will share some of your joy by showing us some pics
Posted by: Mélanie Aussandon | 21 April 2009 at 12:47
Wow tara, what wonderful news. No doubt it will be a lovely affair. Wishing you all the greatest of blessings.
xo
Posted by: Judy Wilkenfeld | 19 April 2009 at 15:23
Nancy, thank you so much! I'll pass your good wishes along to Jordana. xo
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 17 April 2009 at 21:38
Congratulations to the lovely bride, the lucky groom and both of their families. I wish you all the love in the world for a long and happy marriage.
Posted by: Nancy Sotham | 17 April 2009 at 21:36
Merci bien, Diana. On Jordana's behalf, thanks for the lovely compliments and good wishes! xo
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 17 April 2009 at 16:50
Carolien, thank you so much. I appreciate your good wishes and I'm sure Jordana will, as well.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 17 April 2009 at 16:49
Thank you, dear Anna! So sweet of you. I hope you're right about the photos!
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 17 April 2009 at 16:49
Congratulations! I followed the links to the posts of your daughter, she's a beauty and a talent! You must be overjoyed! These bridal images are beautiful.
Posted by: dutchbaby | 17 April 2009 at 15:10
My warmest congratulations to Jordana and Keith. And to you, Tara.
Posted by: Carolien van der Gaag | 17 April 2009 at 09:07
Tara wishing Jordana all the happiness that she deserves what a wonderful time for you! Congratulations to the happy love birds! The photos will be beautiful!
Posted by: naturegirl | 17 April 2009 at 04:40
Cheryl, thank you so much for your good wishes. Not sure about wedding photography, but I will try my best! Let's hope that's good enough on the day.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 16 April 2009 at 01:15
Thank you, Helen! No doubt your cousin's wedding will be a wonderful event. Enjoy!
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 16 April 2009 at 01:13
Best wishes! The more love in the world the better. I know you'll take gorgeous photographs as always.
Posted by: Cheryl de los Reyes Cruz | 15 April 2009 at 20:52
And I will be attending my cousin's wedding in England on the very same day! I will send my happy nuptial thoughts across the Atlantic ocean to Jordana in real time!
Posted by: Antipodeesse | 15 April 2009 at 14:40
Laura, that IS disappointing. But how wonderful that you're sketching Grace's wedding. Can't wait to see those! No doubt, they'll be wonderful - just like her wedding! Will pass your good wishes on to Jordana. Love to you and D. xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 15 April 2009 at 11:56
Merci bien, Colette! xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 15 April 2009 at 11:55
Thank you for the lovely sentiments!
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 15 April 2009 at 11:55
How fabulous!! And to think I'll miss seeing them from afar in Savannah by just a week! I'm going to sketch Grace Bonney's wedding (she of Design*Sponge) in Savannah on April 23rd! Jordana is so lovely---can't wait to see your photos.
Love to you all,
Laura
Posted by: Laurelines | 15 April 2009 at 11:37
I had a feeling.....
Many affectionate congratulations!!
:))))))
Posted by: Colette | 15 April 2009 at 08:56
AAAAH!! A wedding! Congratulations! Proof that life is worth living and hope for the future! And in Savannah! What a beautiful city it is. I am so very happy for you, your daughter, you're entire family! Blessings to all!
Posted by: MiddleAgedWomanBlogging | 15 April 2009 at 08:37
Thank you, Michaele! So kind of you.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 15 April 2009 at 02:30
Thank you so much, Chris. I'm afraid you'll have to wait until after May 2 - and I know you have better things to do with your time! :)
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 15 April 2009 at 02:28
Thank you, Susanna! No, she won't be wearing the antique orange blossoms or that veil. She's designed her own veil and the orange blossoms won't work.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 15 April 2009 at 02:28
Well you know I am Wonder Woman in disguise. :) Fingers crossed, I can pull it off. Thanks for the encouraging words.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 15 April 2009 at 02:26
Congratulations, Tara! That's exciting news!! I'm looking forward to seeing your photographs of the big day. Will she be wearing the antique orange blossom wreathe at her wedding?
Posted by: susanna's sketchbook | 15 April 2009 at 02:07
Must see picture of designed dress and veil!
Will wait here!
In the meantime... All best wishes to them and to you...
Posted by: Chris | 15 April 2009 at 01:36
Congratulations to the lucky couple, and many MANY warm wishes to you as you add a son to your family!
Posted by: Michaele | 15 April 2009 at 00:36
what lovely news! big congratulations! but how on earth will you both be mother of the bride and take the photos? that said, i look forward to seeing them--i'm sure they'll be stunning!
Posted by: julochka | 14 April 2009 at 21:48
Let's just hope the photos of the happy event live up to the hype and anticipation! Such pressure. :) Thanks for the good wishes; my daughter will be grateful you took the time to write.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 14 April 2009 at 21:20
Thank you so much, Gillian! I, too, am a fan of Kahlil Gibran's poetry. One of his poems was part of my own wedding ceremony.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 14 April 2009 at 21:18
Oh Katherine, how exciting that you're getting married in May, as well! Hope you'll post some photos of the happy event. No doubt your ceremony will be beautiful, as well as very special. I appreciate your good wishes for Jordana. As for the veil and orange blossoms, I'm amazed at how well both have held up since 1920. Except for one tiny mark - where apparently a pin was placed to hold on the band of orange blossoms - it's in perfect condition.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 14 April 2009 at 21:17
Raquel, your lovely sentiments are much appreciated! Thank you so much.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 14 April 2009 at 21:15
Jeanie, thank you for the sweet comments. You'll get to hear all about it when you're in Paris! xo
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 14 April 2009 at 21:14
Mais oui, Vanessa! Merci, merci, merci! xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 14 April 2009 at 21:13
Merci bien, Martina! Let's hope the actual event lives up to all the anticipation! :)
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 14 April 2009 at 21:12
I don't think I'll get to wear a hat, as it's an evening garden wedding - which is just as well, as I'll be busy dealing with the camera gear! Thanks for the lovely thoughts for the happy couple. xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 14 April 2009 at 21:11
Merci, dear TB! Jordana will be happy to get your message. On Sunday night she was telling me she and K watched a film that the Boy had with him when we were in San Fran. xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 14 April 2009 at 21:10
Thank you, Ally. I'm a little nervous about the photos, but it is hoped all will be right on the day.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 14 April 2009 at 21:07
Emilie, thanks so much. Will pass your very kind message along to Jordana. My wedding anniversary is in May, as well. What day is your birthday? I had ordered "miguet des bois" before Allegra suggested it - it's a very traditional flower for the first Sunday in May in France. It's sold on street corners here for about five euros a bunch. Alas, it's not so easily attainable in the US and can cost 20 times its actual value (at the source)!
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 14 April 2009 at 21:06
Thanks so much, Lisa! Let's hope the pics live up to the anticipation. :)
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 14 April 2009 at 20:59
Many congratulations to the happy couple. I'm looking forward to the photographs already. On marriage by Kahlil Gibran is also one of my favourites, Yoli.
Posted by: Gillian | 14 April 2009 at 20:43