FAQs
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Why didn’t you tell me you already eloped?
Answer
It was important to us to keep such a huge moment true to what marriage is about: just the two of us. We’re so happy we got to soak it all in during these last few months privately and peacefully and now are going to enjoy sharing it with you all.
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Did you originally plan to have a wedding?
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Yes, but we’re both pretty impatient people (shocker, I know). We initially planned to elope and then host a big shindig with you all the following year but we have a lot going on and coming up soon and the idea of planning such a big event was becoming stressful. We’re sorry for all of you who looked forward to it but hey, just come visit us!
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How did you and Ian celebrate your special day in June?
Answer
Some of Ian’s immediate family and Chev’s best friend came to Southern California to serve as guests/witnesses to the elopement. Afterwards there were cheers of champagne with cake and a wonderful dinner. We then had a mini honeymoon with photoshoot in Joshua Tree months later. It was easy going and full of love and laughter just like our relationship has been from the very beginning.
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Were the cats at the elopement?
Answer
Much to Chev’s displeasure, no.
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Will you still be having a reception?
Answer
No, we’ve decided to focus on buying a home. So YAY on no one having to worry about flights, PTO and finding a pet sitter for our big day. However you are welcome to visit us any where we are next. We can’t wait to see you!
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Where were the photos taken?
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Engagement photos taken by Ian and Chev themselves at the flower field: Carlsbad, CA - April 2022 Elopement photos taken by Chev’s best friend Gloria Miller at courthouse and our apartment: Riverside, CA - June 2022 Announcement photos taken by Lexi Hope ( http://lexihopephotography.com ) in the desert: Joshua Tree, CA - October 2022