I enjoy so throughly getting to spend an hour or two with my couples to-be-wed, because it allows us to all grow comfortable with one another. And I love being able to earn their trust and understand their love so on their big day I am most ready to tell their story.

Thanks Megan and Jason for being so sweet, flexible and snow-chasing. I love the images we made together and cannot even wait to see the wedding you’re dreaming together. I love so much the childlike love you share, but the grown-up peace is even more precious. Enjoy!

LOVE Megan’s expression in the second image.

Joy and peace – right?

Just a reminder that I am out of the office and on an adventure until Tuesday, January 5th! I will answer my tele and see your emails, but will be unable to respond! Happy New Year and much love…..and be reading the blog while I’m gone :)

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The above picture is from Leila’s second debut in one week in The Sentinel-News (photo by Scott McDaniel). She’s stinkin’ famous! Little Leila-celebrity….read all about her by clicking here.

And just 2 reminders to share:

Holiday orders guaranteed for gift giving must be made by midnight tonight. If you have already placed your order, be sure to mail your payment in ASAP – this will hold up your order if not received.

I will be out of town for the weekend until Monday evening. If you need something, please contact me by email and I will give you a call.

Thanks so much and enjoy your chilly Friday!

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I always smiled and laughed and listened to her stories about this mystery man who I drew up in my mind, until one weekend she came home engaged. And then we all knew it was serious. And then…we met Josh. He came to girls night and worked the grill for us. He blended in effortlessly with our crew and meshes perfect with Emily’s gentle, sweet, kindness. He rarely takes his eyes off of her. And that, my friends, is most priceless to watch.

When Josh and Emily asked Jake and I to photograph the wedding I was both super excited and very honored. To be chosen by another photographer AND such sweet people who we have both grown to love to fly to their home and be a part of the first day of the rest of their lives was wonderful. Won-der-ful! Emily and Josh have the kind of love you wish to find. They are kind and encouraging, comfortable and generous – I’m sure I’ll be attending their 50th wedding anniversary.

The wedding and weekend was perfectly them. Josh gifted his friends flashlights while Emily and her girls began with hair at the salon where she worked for years. Their ceremony was elegant and personal, at the beautiful and very accommodating Deerfield. They both couldn’t stop smiling and giggling. They have the most kind, gracious and wonderful friends – we felt like part of the family from the beginning. An after party was held for everyone in the bridal party, plus some to get a chance to visit and have a little fun.

Thank you Emily and Josh for inviting us to share in your wedding day. A great time was had for sure – it was great to photograph a love so real and infectious. You know I wish you both the best. Thanks and enjoy these!

Many of these images are Jake Stevens’. Thanks for making the trip with me – it all came together great!

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I’m whooped, and I’m working as hard as I can on all of this goodness…so I’ll be short here. I am one little blessed lady, living my little dream. And I am so thankful to each of you for being a part of it.

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Dustin and Heather are quite the match. Heather is one of the most bubbly people I have had encountered – all the time, 100% genuine. She’s the life of the party, the first on the dance floor and the first to shoot a smile your direction. Dustin is quiet, a still calm to Heather’s wild, fun. He is genuine, kind, patient and gentle. And he loves Heather. You can see it in his eyes, hear it in his voice.

They compliment one another, they fit like a puzzle and I hope you see that love in these images. I hope you can, too, see the love between Heather and her parents. Thank you Heather and Dustin for inviting me to share in your big day and your lives. I can’t wait until you visit – we have lots to catch up on :-) Love you all!

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Meredith
Lauren
Lisa+Brett
Ruble Family
Cody
Heather+Dustin
Mac

And a sneak of Meredith because no post is interesting without a picture :-)

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Enjoy another picture of Allie and Jason.

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