Winston and Lydia’s day took place at Lydia’s home with an outdoor ceremony and reception.  After the day was over and I was editing their pictures the phrase, “Take my breath away,” kept going through my head.  There was so much simple beauty and love woven throughout the day…not just Winston and Lydia’s love, but family love, too.

Allow me to walk you through the day…

Winston’s dog tags with the rings.

Their “first look” took place at a bridge up the road from where Lydia grew up.  It has been a special place for Winston and Lydia.

Love, a beautiful sky, a wild field…need I say more!!

I have several favorites…this is one of them.  Lydia, you are beautiful!

Both Winston and Lydia’s families are pictures of LOVE.  It was touching for me to see and made an impression that has stuck with me.

Ahhh, you didn’t realize he had a little tie, did you?!?  It was a mistake, but didn’t seem to bother Winston.

Prayer of blessing before the ceremony.

A few years ago Lydia’s dad gave this necklace to her…a promise necklace.  During the ceremony Lydia’s dad removed the necklace and gave it to Winston.

What fun decor props!  A canoe for the drinks and a wheel barrow for the ice sticks!

Their vehicle was FULLY decorated!

2015 was the year of the “whip and nae nae.”  I wonder how many times I heard it at all of my weddings?! 🙂

The key was hidden among all of the balloons…they found it! (bottom picture)

Thank you to Jenell Shrock and Shirlene Justus for assisting me today!

London, Ohio

Emily and Lauren…identical twins…two different personalities…both unique and beautiful!  Throughout Emily’s session we were able to incorporate her love for music.

Make sure to check out Lauren’s blog post, too, but for now I’m please to introduce to you…Emily!

Brooke Beachy did a wonderful job of hair and makeup for Emily and Lauren.  Thank you, Brooke!

I really enjoyed photographing Lauren and Emily…identical twins.  It’s amazing how two people can look so much alike, and yet God made them both special and unique with different interests and talents!  We did separate sessions for Lauren and Emily and then a few shots of the girls together.   Don’t miss Emily’s blog post, too!   Here’s Lauren…!

Special thanks to Brooke Beachy for the beautiful job of hair and makeup for both Lauren and Emily!

I absolutely LOVE to photograph births!  Jerusha’s birth was extra special because she’s my first Great Niece!  I believe the pictures tell the story pretty well…enjoy!

If you’ve given birth to a child you probably remember the feelings that go along with this moment.  The joy…the relief…to have your child finally laid in your arms.  It’s so easy to forget these moments.  I’m grateful for pictures like these to help us remember our own moments.  So precious…what a gift from God!

Grandma Priscilla and Aunt Ashley were in the waiting room during Jerusha’s birth.  I LOVE their reactions to the news!!

You won’t see pictures of me on my blogs very often, but I couldn’t pass up the chance to have a picture taken with my precious niece!

Bellefontaine, Ohio and Kenton, Ohio

Aaron and Erica wedding took place on a beautiful August day…I mean look at that blue sky and puffy clouds!  The ceremony was at Saint Patrick Church and the reception at the castle-looking Hardin County Armory in Kenton, Ohio.

Okay, maybe it’s mean of me to share this picture, but it’s fun to catch out-of-the-blue moments like this.  Please don’t judge me! 😉

The Unity Cross

A big thanks to Jenell Shrock for second shooting for me today!