>I had no idea what I was in for when I went to shoot this “little” memorial ceremony. When I got there it was kind of a big deal. I had no idea that every veteran that lived in Buena Park, my hometown, would be present as well as BP honoring every soldier who had made the ultimate sacrifice with a memorial. A few of the families of the soldiers were there to witness it and it was emotional. My last blog was about this event if you would like to see pictures of the ceremony and I included a link below. However, I also had the pleasure of being in the presence of one of the few World War II Congessional Medal of Honor recipients living, which is why I wanted to dedicate a blog just to him as well as a few other people in attendance. My dad, Jim Dow, clued me in on who Ehlers was. He told me that every president since has invited him personally to the White House. Men wanted to shake his hand. I would hear them say things like, ” I saw you on the History Channel,” or “I have watched so many documentaries that you were in.” He has great respect in this nation. He led his troops and risked his life. He also lost a bother that was dear to him in that war. After the ceremony, Ehlers was pulled aside with just his daughter and was led to a plaque. Ehlers unveiled the plaque (pictured below) to see a dedication made to his brother who gave his life. On the top it reads: “My Brother was my Hero.” Ehlers began to weep……and so did I!

Blog of Veterans Day Memorial:
http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/11/buena-park-honors-fallen-warriors.html

Walter D. Ehlers on Wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walter_D._Ehlers

Former Mayor and Councilman Jim Dow, Mayor Pro Tem Fred Smith, Incoming Councilman Miller Oh. (First Korean in US to make it into office first time running)

>Buena Park Veterans Memorial was amazingly touching! Check out the moving images!
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>Yesterday I shot a very emotional ceremony honoring the fallen soldiers who have given their lives for our country, along with their families. Buena Park honored these soldiers by adding a memorial for every soldier who has died in combat. Parents and families as well as veterans in BP turned out. I will blog about this a couple of times because so many things took place, and there were  some very important and honorable people in my presence. I don’t blog much of the political stuff that I shoot, but I am very often shooting for the city and I have shot many politicians. This event really stands out to me as I was moved to tears a few times and really felt proud of our country and our soldiers. To see the comradery, respect, pain, and pride that all of these men, woman, and families have is very powerful.

 All Veterans in BP were acknowledged, even by the family members if they are  no longer with us.

 Steve Hunt, Director of Recreation, Parks and Community Serves and MC

 Unveiling of the Memorial including all of Buena Park residents who have died in combat.

 Families received recognition for their fallen family members and received awards for their honor.

 Family members of P4 Burrola were in attendance to do the unveiling.

The emotion in the crowd brought the reality of loss in war, moving and touching.

 Every fallen soldier had their own plaque and were recognized individually.

Lou Correa, State Senator; Walter D. Elhers, WWII war hero, and Jim Dow; Councilman and former Mayor of BP (also my Dad….will blog about that next too)

>Free 1-Day Marriage bootcamp this Saturday! This Life changing program is the best thing that happen to my Marriage, relationships in general, and myself. Seriously…..look into it!
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>Many of you have seen my blogs before or know that I train at a 4 day intense seminar called, Marriage Bootcamps. I am a huge believer in this program. I have seen hundreds of Marriages been repaired attending this intense 4 day programs. The bootcamp is life changing and originated from Dr. Phil and was featured on TLC. Ron and Tina Konkin are an amazing team that are the directors of Marriage and Reality bootcamps here in Orange County. Here is an opportunity to check out what the bootcamp is all about for FREE at this one day program!!!! This is a great opportunity and at night it is comedy night. If you can come this Saturday at Friends church in Yorba Linda, you will be very pleased. This program changed my life and marriage. Since I have been training at them in 2 years I have learned more about relationships and people then I did the entire time I spent getting my Psychology degree. I really urge you to go to Marriage Bootcamp regardless of where your marriage is at. You don’t have to be married you can be in a serious relationship, and you can attend a bootcamp to strengthen your marriage and who you are as a person, or you can go if you are on the verge of divorce. Seriously, take the time out of your life to make some changes…..worth every penny and sacrifice to get there. There is nothing like it on Earth!! Go to the website below to sign up for the FREE one day or one of the actual 4 day bootcamps.

http://www.marriagehelpcenters.com/Home/tabid/38/Default.aspx

>Pics and links of Vendors of Wedding Factory Open House last week…..a great turn out!
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>Our Open House last week, called the Wedding Factory, was a complete success! We had a great turn out and I booked two weddings that night. Thank you to everyone who came by and Thank you to all the vendors that participated in the Wedding Factory Open House. We really appreciate it! Below are the vendors that participated at the show and links to their website. Some of the vendors also have an office in the same building. You could have your Wedding Photographer, Coordinator, Wedding Cake Baker, and Hair and Make-up all in the same office building! Other vendors joined us for the Open House to make it bigger but quaint! It was cute and a great opportunity for brides to see over a dozen vendors without the chaotic crowds and an overwhelming amount of vendors!

 A Good Affair- http://www.google.com/search?q=a+good+affair&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a

 

>Tonight, 7-9pm, Newport…..Wedding Open House….as blogged about by OC Bride Mag, the Wedding Chicks, and Ceremony Mag! Huge discounts, check out the list and flier attached!
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>Tonight is our Open House for some of the best event and wedding vendors in OC. It is called the Wedding Factory and it is at our offices in Newport Beach from 7-9pm. There will be desserts and drinks. Check out the blog below by OC Bride Mag. Also blogged about by the Wedding Chicks and Ceremony Magazine blog. This Open House is meant to be quaint so that each guest has the opportunity to talk in length with each vendor. Here is your chance to not be trampled on by thousands of other brides and meet each vendor with almost a “mini” consultation. Each vendor is giving amazing package discounts, I am personally giving a $500 discount off of any of my packages. 

http://ocbridemagazine.blogspot.com/

>Catholic Military Wedding & Whittier Country Club!
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