Katie & Derrick {Love}

Where to even begin with this one???  Sometime a wedding is so personal that I struggle through tears to capture precious moments.  Katie and Derrick's wedding was one of those for me. 

Katie is the oldest of my young of cousins. While on one hand it's hard for me to believe that she's actually married, another part of me knows she's ready. Katie has always demonstrated an impressive maturity. She is incredibly responsible and has a wonderful heart. 

I met Derrick for the first time at my wedding when he arrived early with Katie's family to help decorate our venue.  He jumped right in hauling stuff and setting up with only a hand shake of introduction.  Who does that?!?!? Derrick does.

They are a beautiful couple, who love each other deeply, as you'll see in their pictures.   The excitement and deep emotion of the day often overflowed in tears of joy.  It was wonderful.... beautiful.... and much more!  I love that pictures can capture moments that I am unable to adequately describe with words.  I hope you enjoy their beautiful day!  

Congratulations Katie and Derrick! 

Shelley, Chris, Jackson and Cameron {Expecting}

I love that photography gives me the privilege to watch families as they grow.  When I first met these guys, Cameron was only 6 months old.  Look at her now!  Jackson has also grown a ton.  He was adorable as he repeatedly requested to have his picture taken by himself.  Plus, they're expecting baby #3 this fall!  Congrats Shelley and Chris!