A small, simple ceremony with the people they loved - that's what they wanted. Rian and Travis contacted me about doing their wedding at The Vow Exchange and I could not help but be SO excited! Small intimate weddings are my favorite, and theirs was so sweet! 

Rian wanted to make sure everything was documented... but what she really wanted was photos of her and and her man (and plenty of them!). 

They were so excited to do their first look and completely melted into each others arms. (Figuratively and literally... it was HOT!)

Oh Rian!! You were the most stunning bride... 

Although I'd met Rian before that day, it was a privilege to meet Travis for the first time. He is charming, gentle, relaxed and perfectly compliments Rian's spunky personality. :)

This woman is fiercely devoted and beautifully determined. I just love that smile... 

The ceremony was quick and unrehearsed...

But Travis still cried as his bride walked toward him. 

LOVED their venue!!

YAY!

After the ceremony, we were able to capture a few more details - including a few photos of her beautiful bouquet and lovely shoes. That's SUCH a pretty green!

Small bridal parties are the best! This was such a fun crew... :)

And of course we got more bride and groom photos afterwards!!

These two are so clearly, deeply, and beautifully in love... it was such a joy to be with them! 

From his watch to his shoes to his warm eyes... Travis is such a dapper guy. 

And Rian... oh Rian! You are so lovely in so many ways. :)

After photos we all headed to Thomas Restaurant to enjoy and relax with family and friends for the rest of the evening. 

I'll end with this photo because it beautifully captures their bliss. Finally married!!

Travis and Rian, THANK YOU so so much for allowing me to photograph your beautiful day! It was so wonderfully refreshing to be there and document your love... I hope you're enjoying your wonderful honeymoon! Blessings to you both! :)

For the past few months, Sunil and I have been looking to buy a house! Originally, purchasing a home wasn't in our plan for this year (in fact, it was many years away), but God opened some huge doors and ended up shoving us through them. Almost literally. :) We've been renting since we were married; first a one bedroom apartment, and then a tiny (but brand-new!) little duplex. We decorated it, loved it, and made it our home... but through several circumstances it became apparent that we needed to find a different place. We love having people over and have always dreamed of having enough space to actually throw a party! As you can see, there was only so much space in our living room (and no dining room!). 

Well, over 30 homes and 30 days later we found the perfect little house in the cutest little neighborhood! We were so so thankful that the entire buying process went smoothly with only a few grey hairs..... and now we're proud home-owners of this beauty! I feel like such an adult! :)

My favorite part of the entire house may be the front porch - no joke. I've ALWAYS wanted to sit on my front porch with my man and watch the world go by. 

Our glorious living room, complete with recessed lighting, a huge picture window, wood-burning fireplace and beautiful hardwood floors. 

A dining room we can actually put a table in! AND FRIENDS! 

View from the dining room.... 

The view from by the fireplace. 

Our kitchen isn't huge... 

But we have plenty of room on the opposite shelf for storage! 

Our basement is finished, with a bathroom (not pictured) and a tiled room that could double as another bedroom or workspace. 

We've managed to make our tiny garage fit all of our camping gear, tools, my car, and Sunil's motorcycle! 

Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms. This is our guest bedroom!

And another view... We can have lots of people come stay with us now! :) 

We'll use this room for my office. 

And maybe put Sunil's computer in here too. :)

And this is the master bedroom. And our gloriously regular sized closet! Since we've always had to share a tiny closet together... this is beautiful in so many ways. :)

YAY for being home-owners!! :)