The O’Leary’s

Originally uploaded by georgeaye.
My good friend Jerry O’Leary got married the other week to his long time sweet heart Jessy. It was tender, unpretentious and intimate. Before they got married by the alter, they walked down the aisle and danced closely together in front of the wedding party. It was so sweet and caring that it was waterworks everywhere. I think that I’m becoming a fan of a smaller, less showy weddings these days. It can seem sometimes that a wedding is more of an excuse for the parents to show off to their friends than it is for the two that are getting married.

In case you were wondering, the small knife held in Jerry’s sock, is a old, traditional Irish custom: If the new bride on their wedding day decides to run away, the groom is obliged to cut her throat. Charming.

I was on hand as a guest and to take photos (I’m available for Bar Mitvah’s and office parties too). The photos from the day are here. Enjoy!