This past weekend Dave, Anna, and I had the wonderful privilege of photographing our niece's wedding day. She and Matthew have been sweethearts for quite some time now, and when they announced their engagement we knew right away that we wanted to be there celebrating with them and capturing their very special day.

Susie shared with me about how they met, and that shortly thereafter he told her that he would put a ring on her finger one day. He knew that he wanted this very special girl to be by his side for the rest of his life. After a few years of courtship, and getting to know one another he asked, and of course she said yes! We were all so excited for the both of them. To make their wedding day even more special I learned that Matthew helped design her engagement ring with the diamonds from his grandmother's ring, and that Matthew would be receiving his grandfather's wedding band to wear on his finger.

The day was filled with a happy nervous calm...if there is such a thing...just as weddings go. The weather forecast was reporting 80% chance of rain throughout the day, and we wanted some outdoor pictures. So, with some prayers coming from all of us we asked God to give us a few rain free spots for getting some pictures, and He did! Just perfectly planned. The light rains stopped long enough to get before, during, and after the ceremony pictures, and just as we were finishing up with the new bride and groom, the light rains began again! They say it is good luck to have rain on your wedding day. All I know is that my Lord smiled down on us that day, and I was grinning from ear to ear inside!

The reception was so much fun, and so much love on display between friends and families. The light rains continued off and on throughout the evening, but that was just fine.

We actually took the the time to get a fun under the umbrella kiss in the rain shot! It was so much fun!

Susie and Matt, we wish you the very best, and many many blessings from God as you start your married life together. We love you!

Enjoy a first look at some of your wedding day pictures!

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