First love. Lost love. Love of a lifetime.
Jennifer and Dax’s epic love story spans decades, and it is far from over. It began when they were sophomores in high school. Jen and Dax met while on a Homecoming date — with other people! But soon enough they fell in love – that heart-stopping, jaw-dropping, classic kind of twitterpation, where these sweethearts had no idea what love was, except that they knew they felt it in every heartbeat.
But like a lot of high school loves, Jennifer and Dax’s romance faded away. The time just was not right yet. After they graduated, they didn’t see each other again for years, until their paths unexpectedly crossed. Romance blossomed again for these two, with an impromptu adventure to Disneyland and a night staring at the stars with a blanket, wine, some love songs, and each other.
Jennifer and Dax drifted apart again. The time was still not right. But two years later, they found each other for a third time. There was genuine, true love between them and it just felt like the universe kept bringing them together. But, at the same time, they were 25 and still trying to find their way in the world. The timing was just not right yet, and sadly, they parted again. That is why they call it their “lost love.” They had a real chance in their twenties; they had love, but, they just could not make it work yet. So, they lost a chance to be together – something they both regretted for years.
A dream come true, fate, serendipity, kismet, meant to be, fairy tales… it must have all come into play. After 17 years of not seeing or speaking to each other – here are Jennifer and Dax again. After 17 long years, they both finally grew into the people they are today and the universe realized it was their time and brought them back together. A friend request on Facebook on February 19, 2013 led to chat messages, which led to phone calls, which led to meeting up, which led to a date, which led to love being rekindled from smoldering coals into a blaze.
Jennifer and Dax quickly discovered that they were always supposed to be together. They simply needed to find a place and time when they were ready to let this love blossom.
At the beautiful L’Auberge Del Mar, Jen and Dax finally got to celebrate their first and lost and lifelong love, and begin their story’s next chapter as husband and wife. Joined by the sea with their friends, their family, and Dax’s two amazing little boys, their wedding was absolutely unforgettable. We’re so happy to share some of our favorite moments from the day!
Wedding Photography : Clove & Kin | Ceremony Location : L’Auberge Del Mar | Reception Location : L’Auberge Del Mar | Event Design : Krissie Simek | Event Coordinator : Krissie Simek | Floral Design: Organic Elements | Videography: Side by Side Cinema | Cake: V.G. Donut & Bakery | DJ: Michael Tiernan | Lighting: Positive Energy Productions
