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on the cover The Ingomar Club in Eureka’s stately Carson Mansion was the venue for the Sept. 8, 2012 wedding of Jocelyn Stewart and Michael Freeman. Michael, originally from Neptune, New Jersey, is a member of the Coast Guard. Jocelyn’s hometown is Roseville. Their wedding was the first to be held at the iconic mansion for a non-member or relative. Photo courtesy of JJT Photography.
13 Searching for Magic: Seeking Enchantment One Dress at a Time
24 Wedding Checklist 17 Ring Bling
and How to Show It Off in Photos
28 Out of Your Mind, In Your Face Layers and Layers of Cake
Vendor Listings 4 9 11 12 17 17 18 19 19 21 26 26 32 33 38 39 43 43 43 46 46 47 48 49
Venues Officiants Consultants Invitations Jewelry Gowns & Accessories Alterations & Cleaners Formal Wear Salons & Spas Lingerie Florists Rentals & Decorations Bakeries Catering Wineries & Breweries Music & Entertainment DJs Videos Photography Travel Agencies Limos & Transportation Lodging & B&Bs Gifts & Registry Miscellaneous & Parties
13 a penley photography
17 L&M photography
28 eyelight photography
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