EVENT :: An American Birthday

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Beach Fireworks by Chip Bunnell Photography

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In America, we have the unique opportunity to enjoy our differences. Each day we have issues and goals that impact our individual lives, families and communities. There is, however, one day a year, a special day, that we set aside our individuality and come together to celebrate, in unison, the birth of our nation.

Through my life I have had the privilege of traveling to various parts of our planet. I have seen similarities to our nation, as well as customs and laws that are very different. Each time my travels take me abroad, I am grateful to meet new people and experience their cultures. I am even more grateful to return to my homeland and recognize it for the greatness our Founding Fathers designed. I am grateful for all those that came before me and the sacrifices they made. Whether large or small, they are the reason I enjoy the wonderful freedoms I have today.

While our nation’s birthday has passed for 2014, let us remember her all year long. Let us remember those that were inspired to design a government that is to respect the rights of the people and recognize our freedoms. Let us remember the patriots, past and present, that stand watch to protect those very freedoms we hold dear.

Happy Birthday American! May God bless these, the United States.

Photo Stuff: Single frame, long exposure on a tripod. Processed in LR, Topaz Clarity and Nik Analog Efex Pro 2.

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WEDDING :: Dana and Rob

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Veiled Kiss by Chip Bunnell Photography

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“Mawwage….”  Or should we say “Wove…twuue wove…”  Either way, the Fair Dana was truly a princess bride!

I had the honor of photographing Dana and Rob’s special wedding day this past weekend.  What an amazing couple!  They are both strong, heartfelt and filled with the need to laugh.  This joy carries over to their two beautiful daughters, their most trusted Penny and the nearly 100 fun-loving guests that filled The Venue in Ft Lauderdale to celebrate their lives together.

In the many weddings I have attended, there were few that would come close to the level of true enjoyment all felt that special night.  From the seats to the decor to the wonderful words the Rabbi shared as he bound them in marriage, Dana and Rob honestly had the wedding they wanted.  Details like the intricate table decorations all the way up to the giant confetti cannon as they sealed their 1st marital kiss made the night truly theirs.

Confeti Kiss by Chip Bunnell Photography

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Dancing, dancing and more dancing ended the night.  Even their girls were in on the party action. One by one, their beloved family and friends shared their congratulations and well wishes.  When Donna Summers sang the Last Dance, Fair Dana and Stud Rob where the only two left on the floor.  What a perfect ending to their perfect night!

As I often say (and words I live my life by), “but wait…there’s more!”  Tune in for the next exciting episode to see what our dynamic couple did just hours later in the pre-dawn light….

Pre-Wedding Look by Chip Bunnell Photography

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Daughter Kiss by Chip Bunnell Photography

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Rob Down the Isle by Chip Bunnell Photography

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Beautiful Table Settings by Chip Bunnell Photography

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