When two people compliment each other like this, their future is bound to be filled with joy and laughter.  Eric and Ashly had a beautiful wedding in August.  It was classic, all the way through.   Everyone had a blast and I think that is such a great thing at weddings, everyone laughing and celebrating.

Eric had a vision about his images with the groomsmen and I was glad to play along. 

The guys brought their own props.

Eric rallying the guys.  He's always on....

And on the girls side, they were having just as much fun.

The First Look....Ashly and Eric tucked away 5 minutes before the ceremony to see each other and ensure that their hearts and minds were ready for the committment that was to come. 

I'll never forget Eric asking to see Ashly, sending the message "I really want to see you, please". 

 He stood patiently waiting with his back turned.

We don't want to ruin Eric's first sight of Ashly coming down the aisle, so he remained with his back to the door until Ashly was directly behind him.  I just loved the look on their faces as she neared him, anticipation was palpable.

And THE FIRST LOOK....wow, is there any doubt once you see the look on his face that he is so ready?

Nothing was said for the longest time.  They just held each others gaze.  Their smiles say it all.  Then the emotions came....

The tears flowed.  I have never been so sure that two people were meant to be married, were as committed to each other as they would need to be....until I was in this room and was blessed to experience these quiet moments between Ashly and Eric.

Then it was time to say goodbye...

A few from the ceremony

A kiss from Dad...

Off to the reception

The girls cut loose and proved they are the better dancers in the room.

This had to be the funniest thing I have ever witnessed at a reception.  The guys had horns that sounded like geese.  So, what to do next?  Form your own flock and take flight ;)

Contentment...

Eric's vows....the perfect symbol of a perfect day.

Last weekend, Jordan Chan and I shot Jon and Christina's wedding.  It was so nice to work with Jordan.

This was the calmest group getting ready.  A little anxiety but not much...it was clear that Jon and Christina were both ready to make their lifelong commitment to each other.

Christina's dad taking just a few quiet moments prior to the ceremony.

For me, this was one of the sweetest moments of the day.  Rick, Christina's dad, realized that she was in the Bride's room waiting by herself.  His running to get to her showed  his dedication and desire to be there for his girls.  As a girl who didn't get to experience this kind of support from my own dad, it brought tears to my eyes....which isn't unusual, I know.  I'm a crier. :)

My favorite image of the day!  I just loved their willingness to be a "little silly".

Cactus Country did an amazing job playing at the reception.  It was a fun filled evening with a Grand March that last a whopping 27 minutes...almost a record!

You go, fellas!

The evening was over too soon.  It was filled with wonderful food catered by Troy and Nancy Brown,  a great performance by Cactus Country and a wonderful young couple who are definately in love.  It was an evening that left us smiling as we loaded our gear and headed home.  Their wedding was such a celebration, a true representation of their love and the uniting of two special families.

 I just wanted to say "thanks" to Jordan, my girls (Maegan and Katie), and our photog-in-training and good friend, Lacie. 

Tanya

We had the opportunity to shoot an engagement session for Meghan and Jonathon at The Dominion.  We are so happy that we will be photographing their October wedding!

I will post images of the engagement session as soon as possible.  I just wanted to share a few of their "baby", Daisy.  We had so much fun with Daisy.  She's about 5 months old and was adopted from the Schertz Animal Shelter.  Jonathon is a firefighter so Daisy's Dalmation spots are absolutely perfect when she's at the station.  Everyone knows that I absolutely love dogs & I really enjoyed being around Daisy's pleasant nature. 

Daisy is actually really comfortable here!  I squatted down to say "hello" and up she jumped and stayed....

Oh, the perils Kelsey faces as my assistant!