It was such a pleasure to be the Day-of Coordinator for this super sweet couple, Jackie & Mike.  They were such a joy to work with: authentic, humble, and full of genuine love for one another. I really appreciated their energy and small, sweet gestures to each other throughout the day.

The Ralston White Retreat in Mill Valley was a classic and quaint venue. A crazy, narrow, windy road (that seems like a one-way but is actually a two-way), leads you to the peak of the mountain. There, at the top of a heart shaped lawn (no, seriously it’s shaped like a heart), you find a beautiful, unassuming private estate with a classic porch reminiscent of Forrest Gump.

This was also my first time setting up lighting at a wedding myself. It ended up turning out beautiful and provided that little extra something the reception room needed.

Oh yea and, best #dadspeeches ever!

Photography by Karen Santos Photography

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The Details:

Day-of Coordination, Timeline/Layout consultation by Make it Mariko
125 guests
Venue: Ralston White Retreat
Florals: Mill Valley Flowers
Catering: Delicious Catering
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Photographer: Karen Santos Photography
DJ: Golden State Productions
Makeup: Dreamcatcher Artistry
Videography: IQ Videography
Officiant: Laura Morgan (groom’s sister)

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