Most of the weddings we photograph (and create florals for) take place not too far from home– usually in the Sunshine State.   Of course we love traveling, but creating florals in long range distances isn’t always possible.   But when my childhood best friend’s little sister came calling– we new we had a special reason to make exceptions.   Both Greg and I were excited about traveling to the mountains of North Carolina to photograph Miranda & Dan’s wedding.   Both Greg and I were enthusiastic for a change in scenery– and when it is a “family affair”– we couldn’t leave out the kids.  So we decided to make it a family vacation and brought our 3 kids to meet the “rest of the family!”  It was a great adventure– long overdue.  Together, we planned some fun excursions with the kids, hiked a mountain and took in the scenery at Blowing Rock– near Boone.  Well, in the week preceding the wedding, I discussed Miranda’s plan for “the decor”.  When I found out the minimal amount of decorations that Miranda had planned– I couldn’t help but offer to bring some Details inventory and some added bling to create Miranda’s “Dream Wedding”.  After a little ordering, a little planning and packing up all the “accessories” (and kids), we headed North.  And what a beautiful experience it was, one the whole family will remember.   Before the big day, I hadn’t spent time thinking about all the people we would see and all the memories that would be rushing back to my mind.  This amazing family was such an intrigual part of my youth– and I love each of them so much.  It was quite a treasure to be there– and to capture the memories of Miranda and Dan’s love– and to add some special touches with flowers here and there.   That’s what friends are for… and I’m grateful for my “family” in North Carolina.