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!