Ms. Benton to Mrs. Griffey

The excitement of Alena’s big day was all a-buzz as I stepped into their suite at the Sheraton Kona Resort.  With all the activity and commotion going on, all ten bridesmaids were like honeybees on a mission with one thing on their mind-get this queen ready!  I’ve known these girls for a long time, Alena, Joy, and I grew up ‘on the hill’ together and they were the reason I would’ve ever considered stepping out onto a soccer field (how can I ever repay them?!).  It brought tears to my eyes to see Alena so radiant, absolutely gorgeous and did I mention c-a-l-m?  Yes all of the above–you knew this day was a long time coming and she was nothing but ready.  I only wish we had more time before the wedding to shoot photos before rushing off to make the ceremony, but then again I always want that.  Gio is one blessed man to have this ‘Captain Cook Country Beauty’ and we were all so happy to see her united with him, as it was a beautiful ceremony and reception on the Benton family farm that evening.  And better yet that this photog got the pleasure of being a guest only, no camera bag date to lug around!

Congratulations Gio & Alena!  Lens you are a dear friend and it was such a delight to capture your last moments as being Ms. Alena Benton–now on to bigger and better things– with some “G” style.