the location

I grew up as a forest kid. I was the child who wandered the woods with friends. i never got poison oak even though my 'city friends' would be out of school for days after playing at my house (sorry jennifer phalen).

when i was looking for a place to be wed i instantly thought of a little spot in the middle of the redwoods at Bethany University . The redwood bowl needed some work and I started writing emails asking to trade work on the outdoor auditorium for use of the site. After a few emails and a meet I realized that I know the coordinator from Bethany! He gave it to us for free and my incredible pops worked hours and hours to make it look beautiful.

The Redwood Bowl was

amazing and truly magical. I couldn't have asked for a more beautiful spot. A breeze blew right in the middle of a gorgeous song from candace and josh and it was like God was raining down leaves of blessing on us. I'll never forget it.