Traveling has been a passion of mine since I got my first passport at 6 months old (no joke!) I sat on my moms lap and made gaga sounds at the photographer. I started traveling alone at age 6 to visit my Aunt in Missouri every Summer. I haven't stopped since. Where I go, my camera follows. I love experiencing new places and capturing each one in my own way.
Yesterday I had the honor of documenting a US Navy Commissioning ceremony. The man getting promoted is Chief Dayton Swann, husband to my good friend and local wedding coordinator, Brenda Swann. Below is just an overview of what the ceremony is like.
The ceremony was at the Veteran’s Museum in Balboa Park.
Brenda gave a witty and very emotional speech
I love how Dayton is looking at her 🙂
Brenda receiving recognition for being a Navy wife!
Dayton’s father
Dayton’s best friend got to be the first to salute him
And finally Dayton giving a speech. Don’t tell Dayton I told you this but there were a few tears shed.
The centerpieces were made by Christine at Fancy That Flowers and Gifts
Dayton explaining to his family what everything stands for
Thank you for inviting me to be a part of your day!
Dayton leaves very soon for his 2nd Deployment, best of luck to him and I will be keeping his wife company back here in San Diego!
xoxo, M
