Palm Springs was a last minute trip and one Jevan and I couldn’t pass on. It’s not often two of your favorite people elope and also ask you to witness. Make that never. Getting married is typically such a momentous occasion. The location, the guest list, the flowers, the cake, the food, the dress. I could go on and on. It’s refreshing to see such a significant union paired down to the essentials; two people who love one another. Getting married in the desert couldn’t have been more fitting for these two. There was no stress, no pressure, no bridezilla. Only Sam and Meghan happier than I’ve ever seen them.
We made the hour long drive from Palm Springs to Joshua Tree, stopping at the wind turbines for only a minute. Of all places I’ve traveled, Joshua Tree is up there with being one of the most magical. Add in a couple that is madly in love and it’s instant sparks. Once in Joshua Tree National Park, we picked a perfect spot for the ceremony. It wasn’t hard because every direction we looked was the ideal spot. Meghan picked desert flowers for her bouquet and Sam’s pocket boutonniere. Connie, now known as Rev. Wohn, packed an incredible picnic of cheese, crackers, meats and fruit. We listened to music fitting for a wedding in the desert and feasted.
The ceremony was simple, personal and very touching. It was about Sam and Meghan and their love for one another. We took tons of photos, laughed, drank champagne and celebrated until the sun set. I feel so incredibly lucky to have been a part of this moment in their life. Sam and Meghan, I wish you a lifetime of happiness together. The best is yet to come.
Meghan giving her flowers back to the desert.
Photos: the K.I.D Collective. I’m working to get photos up on flickr. I’ll let you know once that happens.
