It’s hard to believe but my very first full year of wedding photography has come to a close! All of my 2017 brides were so good to me but Sarah is very special to me. Sarah was my RA when I was a freshman at MSU! She took care of me so well when I was nervous and didn’t really know anybody. Her wedding day was truly a “Full Circle” moment for me because this time I got to take care of her on the most special day of her life! With that said “special” does even begin to describe how perfect and sentimental the day was.

First off, Sarah & James ADORE one another. If you’ve seen them together, you know exactly what I mean. Even when they first met someone may or may not have lied about how hungry they were (after already eating) just so they could spend time together! How sweet! During their engagement session, I told them both they were quite possibly the giddiest couple I had ever worked with and their wedding day was no exception! What I love most about Sarah & James though isn’t how much they love one another. It’s that they love each other’s families so very much too.

Both Sarah and James have had tremendous struggles in their lives. After battling some serious health concerns in the hospital for a considerable amount of time, Sarah’s father was not only able to walk her down the aisle but dance with her on her wedding day as well. I know how special it was to have her father beside her after all that he had gone through. Unfortunately, James’s mother watched from Heaven as her son married the love of his life. I can only imagine how happy she felt as James asked Sarah’s mother to dance during the first dance portion of the evening. I don’t normally cry on wedding days but as the new groom danced with the mother of the bride, there wasn’t a dry eye around. It was such a special moment for everyone that I know we will all carry in our hearts forever.

Sarah & James, thank you so much for choosing me to capture these once in a lifetime moments for you! I am so honored to have been the one to love you and serve you throughout your engagement. I hope you’re both having the very best time as newlyweds in Jamaica!

Ceremony Venue |  Chapel of Memories

Reception Venue |  Magnolia’s at the Ritz

Dress Store |  Low’s Bridal

Florist |  Flowers by the Bunch

Makeup Artist | Salon 28

Hair Stylist | Salon 28

Band |  Airside

Cake | Flowers by the Bunch

Catering |  Angie’s Catering & Floral Design

Groomsmen Attire | Men’s Warehouse

Invitations |  Sprint Print