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I had the privilege of being one of the volunteer photographers for Get Married at City Hall, the event the mayor’s office, Dan Savage & Jennifer Zeyl put on to celebrate the first day that same-sex couples could legally marry in Washington State. I was assigned to one of five “chapels” in the lobby of City Hall, decorated by cut paper installation artist Celeste Cooning. Over 25 couples came through my station throughout the day. Most had been with each other for over ten, twenty or thirty years, having raised kids together or were just beginning to. One couple had a 4 week old baby boy! Almost all had taken matters into their own hands long ago with commitment ceremonies and were unable to take their rings off to exchange during vows, they had been on so long. Many had been legally married before (Oregon, California) only to have it taken away from them. Something about this time felt different. It was a historic, emotional day. Joyful tears were shed and hugs were shared by all. I may have cried harder & longer on December 9th than at my own wedding. Congratulations to the couples and to Washington state for getting it right. We are so sorry it took this long.
More news stories about the day:
- City of Seattle: Married.Seattle.Gov
- BuzzFeed: 60 Moments That Gave Me The Chills During Seattle’s First Day Of Marriage Equality (I make a cameo in #5!)
- KUOW: The Meaning of Marriage (Kea & Michele, my couple with the colorful chuppah, are interviewed)
- Reuters: More than 100 same-sex couples wed in Seattle after state law change
- LA Times: Seattle City Hall: One Day, 138 Same Sex Weddings
- The Guardian: Washington state kicks off day of gay marriages with midnight ceremonies
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amanda vanvelsthe 30th photo. oh man. i’m crying. how awesome that you got to be there.
KelliYAY!!! These are terrific, Jenny! And much to my surprise, you got a shot of my neighbors, Cindy & Beth with their daughter Ruby!!!!
Jonas SeamanSo awesome! What a monumental day!
KarenThese are beautiful. How special it would’ve been to be there and document such a monumental day. Love all these frames, Jenny. Inspired and full of love.
PattiJenny: Really beautiful work on an amazing day. So proud of our state!
Heather CurielWhat a beautiful experience Jenny! Looks magical.
MitzieSo wonderful to see all these images and joy. Congrats on a great day with many more for WA
Jeremy MinnerickWONderful.
Sheila AddlemanExcellent work-your talent continues to inspire and impress me.
kristiThese are so beautiful and touching.
ShaunaHigh-fives all around. super mega awesome.
JVSJJ, Beautiful work! You just put a huge smile on my face. 🙂
J ShodaWhat a day. So proud of this state and of you for being such a huge advocate for equal rights in our community. No doubt these photos will carry value unlike any others.
Jen @ The Well Read FishPer usual, these are amazing.
Way to go!
lindseythis just brought me to tears.. bravo.
Alyssa ArmstrongI’ve looked at this blog post about twenty times and I’m finally writing you a comment. These are the most powerful images I have seen in a long time. Thank you for dedicating your time to all of these wonderful, deserving couples. I’m sure they will cherish these photos forever. I can’t wait for California to catch up! 🙂
Catherine AbeggWOWOWOW! how did i miss this?!!! such a great day, and your photos are perfect at bringing me back… god, the way you see is incredible! your heart completely shines through!
JoannThese are beautiful images Jenny! What a wonderful day!!