Now that we’re back to business, we have a lot of work to get caught up on. A few more sets of wedding pics will be up soon, as well as a constant stream of wedding films! We also have an exciting announcement to come later this month.

So until we can get our blogs up and scheduled, here’s my baby, Jack. He is my first dog and Alex and my first pet together. We got him 5 years ago while we both lived in Ukraine. Unfortunately, he didn’t make the trip to the US with us (he’s a BIG puppy), but he’s always happy to see us when we go back to visit. He is the king of Alex’s home and protects his parents admirably.

They weren’t planning on a big wedding, so Alex didn’t bring his gear. Just a Canon XT rebel camera and a consumer HD video camera, but he still worked wonders.  As often happens with weddings, Seriozha & Olya’s wedding had a mind of its own and grew into a full-fledged celebration!

This wedding is so meaningful to me and Alex because we were married in the same city hall just over 3 years ago! It feels like worlds away, but these photos bring back so many memories!

The ceremony begins with traditional bread, korovai:

And a step onto the rushnyk, or wedding towel.

Married!!

The traditional group photo in front of the Palace of Culture (and in front of the Lenin statue in the middle of the square).

And now, time for some fun!

Alex met up with the happy couple a few days later for a fun portrait session at an old mill.  That’s where he captured this amusing shot:

Congratulations, Seriozha & Olya! May all your dreams come true!