There was so much anticipation surrounding Madison & Matt’s wedding day that the champagne actually popped itself! I’m not kidding! Thankfully no one was hurt, but if that wasn’t the perfect way to kick off this wedding day, I don’t know what would have been! I was so thankful the rain I drove through while […]

As I was driving along the country roads taking me to Elizabeth & Andrew’s wedding, I couldn’t help but pause & think about how cool Saturdays are. Obviously, Saturdays are a day off in the working world, but in the “love” world, there are hundreds, if not thousands, of couples getting married on Saturdays! Maybe I’m […]

As I sat in the upstairs room of Evelyn Chapel watching Tim open his card from Angie, I completely melted as he said these words: “I just don’t want to let her down.” Tim had noticed Angie had written his name on the envelope of the card & she even bought him a “formal” card—neither […]

I could not have hand picked a better couple & bridal party to spend last Saturday alongside. The sweltering heat of Central Illinois certainly gave Jenny & Kyle all the affirmation they needed that the dry climate of Phoenix, AZ is a much more appealing place to call home (that is, if you aren’t a […]

When the only difference a couple shares is their preference in baseball teams (go Cubs!), you know they are a perfect match. Ashley & John, both teachers at the same school, are not only selfless, loyal, & dedicated, but have a sweet love for others that struck me throughout their wedding day. A big part of […]

I can still remembering laying in our dark cabin after “lights out” at YFCamp talking with my girls about, you guessed it…boys! Abbie would always be in the heart of the conversation with her chatter accompanied by lots of giggling! Fast forward a few years & that same playful, fun-loving girl has found the man of her […]

We had wind, we had rain (only 5 minutes), we had clouds, & we had sun! Despite all that, I don’t think it could have been a more perfect day for Keely & Conner. This wedding was extra special for us to be a part of because Keely is Ryan’s step-sister! As if we didn’t already […]

I believe the way a groom dances with his mom says a lot about his character. It is always so sweet to watch the mother-son relationship come alive during their traditional dance. Will they laugh together as he twirls her around the dance floor, will mom cry the entire time, or will the son pick […]

We officially kicked off our busy season last weekend a little further north than we are used to in Lemont, Illinois. While there were jokes thrown around all day that this was the real royal wedding, Nick & Sarah’s day was nothing short of perfect. I have known Sarah for quite some time as she is a sorority […]

If I had to use one word to describe Holly & Ken’s March wedding, I would hands down pick “joy”! After a long winter of cold & gloom, I have a feeling the sunshine & near 60 degree temperatures had something to do with it. Still, though, hearts were overflowing with happiness so much you could […]