Jessica and Jason had a chance meeting when Jessica’s roommate at Cal State Long Beach, asked Jessica to go to a sorority dance with her roommate’s hockey playing boyfriend’s best friend. Sound a little complicated? Well her roommate’s boyfriend didn’t want to go to the dance without a guy friend in tow.
Jessica loves dancing, spent years on competitive dance teams and is always game to dance, so she kindly agreed to oblige her roommate. Jason just happened to be the captain of the Cal State LB Ice Hockey team and was drop dead gorgeous….hmmm…. things could be worse for Jessica. Jason, being the good sport that he is, went along with the idea. I don’t know if Jason knew it was going to be a dress up as a famous couple dance, and they would be going as Ricky and Lucy. The red wig didn’t make it into the equation but the polka dotted dress was pretty darn cute.
Their romance ensued and Jessica decided to really test the waters with her new beau by bringing him on a family camping trip to Lake Almanor. She knew if Jason survived a week with no showers, funky bathrooms, and a wacky family and friends, he would be destined to be a member of the clan forever. His quiet hockey player demeanor and patience allowed him to overcome all obstacles and he came through the week with flying colors.
They both graduated from CSLong Beach. Jessica moved on to USC to complete her Masters degree and is now working with special needs children. Jason is enjoying his return to school for his new career.
Jason surprised Jessica with a romantic proposal at Christmas while on a vacation in Hawaii. She couldn’t understand why he wouldn’t get in the ocean…the engagement ring was in his pocket and he kept making ridiculous excuses for not getting wet while he tried to find the perfect place to propose.
Jessica has found the man of her dreams and is certainly deserving of such a wonderful sweet caring man. Jason is blessed to have an intelligent, clever, beautiful, and fun loving bride to be. Their engagement session was lots of fun and full of laughs. They decided to make the trip up north because they love Bidwell Park and wanted to see fall colors, something that is lacking where they live in southern California.
Their wedding will be at the beautiful ‘Crossroads’ in Carlsbad, Ca. It will certainly be an affaire to remember. We thank Jessica and Jason for giving us the opportunity to capture their day for them. ~With much love, Karin
Nestled in the Sycamore.
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I love this ancient Sycamore. A perfect compliment to their lasting relationship.
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Starting to get cold but it's too pretty to leave!!
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Beautiful Chico sunsets! This is why Jessica and Jason made the drive up north.
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I love this couple!
