Leslie + Chris {In Portland Oregon!}

(There may not be much sunshine in Oregon during the winter months,

but here's what it's like when it does peak through the mist... )

In short: Joel and I adore Portland and can't wait to go back. We've been there three times in the past year and find something new to love each time. This time, it was Leslie and Chris that inspired the travel.

They were so much in love with each other, they needed three weddings to cover it all. Well, maybe a civil marriage, one in Switzerland (Chris's native land) and then a reception in Portland so that everyone had an opportunity to celebrate their international togetherness. After several months of emailing, we met a couple days before their reception. They both had friendly, easy going personalities that brought out the best in everyone around them.

Despite the ever present misting of rain, and occasional drenching, we ventured out to play in the streets of the city. It was quite luxurious to have extra time to frolic; they braved dirt, rain and whatever that was that we hoped was mud. (My foot, not hers!) There was so much going on that day, and this is pretty abbreviated, but hope you enjoy checking these images out. We're so glad we got to capture their reception. It was a great opportunity, that we would've otherwise missed.

(Grandma snagging the last bite of dessert when she thought no one was watching.)