I have had the pleasure of working with this couple through engagement portraits, bridal portraits and finally their beautiful wedding day. I got to know a little about them, in the process. Katie and Jason's road to romance was a tale of perseverance and renewal. They both had to manuever bumps in that road, before they found one another and true love. I am the lucky gal that was chosen to capture the happy ending of that journey. Which brings us to that very glorious and sunny day in October when they became Husband and Wife...
Katie puts on the finishing touches with a little help from her Mom and Bridesmaids...
Every tiny detail of the day was planned out so beautifully
...including MIMOSA's for the ladies!
Haute Couture: Bridal
...that serious pose lasted about 3 seconds, LOL! They were such a FUN group of gals!
This is a very special image: Three generations
AAAaaaawwww!
Final hugs before heading down the aisle to become a Mrs...
They were both trying SO hard not to cry...sniff-sniff
The guys enjoying a brewsky before time to suit up
That's what I'M talkin' about!
And the moment finally arrives
Look at the expressions on each of their faces in these next two images....L-O-V-E!
Katie did something that I've never seen done before at a wedding: she made vows to her new daughter. It was a moving and memorable scene. I can safely assure you that there was not a dry eye in the house.
Sealed with a kiss...*sigh*
Jason is a Firefighter. So guess what the get away vehicle was?
Yep!
I would never have imagined that the cab of a firetruck could be SO romantic..but, the windows were pretty steamy by the time they arrived at the reception ;-)
For all her laudable sophistication, Katie is a country girl at heart. As the reception started, the heels came off and the boots went on
The reception was held at Boonsboro Country Club; a beautiful 1800's built mansion.
It was decorated in impeccable style using the wedding colors, lanterns and a million twinkling lights. Breathtaking!
No matter what your age, a dance with your daddy is just so special...just look at those expressions.
It didn't take long for the evening to start getting lively. The food was amazing and the dance floor stayed PACKED! These newlyweds really know how to throw a shindig!
The live band had the joint rockin'. They played on through midnight, and literally, closed the place down. Now, that's what I call a PARTY!
...and a good time was had by all. It was a thoroughly enjoyable event, from start to finish, for everyone who had the privilege to participate in it....inlcluding myself!
I am thankful to have had the honor of playing a small part in such a special day in Katie and Jason's lives. I called their wedding day a "happy ending" to their romantic journey. But I take that back. It's not an ending but the fresh and hopeful beginning of a brand new journey. One that I know they will enjoy together, for many years to come. I send out blessings and best wishes to the newlyweds for safe travels and smooth sailing, wherever the road may lead. God bless!
