When I photograph good friends, I always get really nervous beforehand. It's almost as if I place EXTRA pressure on myself to make sure to capture who they really are. Because sometimes the closer you are to the people you photograph, the harder you have to work at documenting what makes them... them.

I really needn't have worried. 

Having known Josh and Hannah for about 3 years now... I really should have expected the energy, laughter, and overwhelming adoration that I would witness. 

I guess I just forgot how much they really love each other. (And boy, I love this photo. So. Much.)

A lot has happened for these two in the past five years... 

A new city, a new church, a new house, a new job and a new life. (No, she's not pregnant!)

And yet through it all, they laugh together. 

Because at the end of the day, they still have each other. 

And that's really all that matters. :)

Hannah and I were sending dress ideas back and forth for WEEKS leading up to their shoot, but she just couldn't make up her mind! In the end, Josh's amazing sister made a dress and finished it THE DAY of our photo shoot. Talk about a last minute decision, Hannah! :)

Josh, if I didn't include this photo... this ENTIRE blog post would be a failure. You're welcome. And you're also a major dork... ;)

The mosquitoes and tics were out in rare form that evening... by the end we were all COVERED in bug bites! 

But, I have to admit... these next few photos were worth IT ALL. 

Something about this photo explains everything to me. :) The way he holds her hands and gently leads her forward.... and the way she follows with the sweet-Hannah-smile we've all come to know and love. So beautiful. 

At the end I made them dance. Because Josh would do anything for his wife. Because his favorite song is Party In The USA. Because they both have killer dance moves. Because the look on Hannah's face was priceless. Because ALL THE THINGS. 

Josh and Hannah, thank you. Thank you for braving the bugs to spend your anniversary in front of my lens. Thanks for opening up your lives and allowing me to be your friend. And thank you for being so wonderful. :)

So, do you remember two of the sweetest people on earth? Well, I got to meet Ashley and her lovely daughter, Mckenzie, a few months ago, and although I knew God would do amazing things in her life... I NEVER thought that one day I'd be sharing a blog post like this! I'm a little bit excited. :)

So, long story short... there's this guy named Chris (who we also know and love) that stole her heart a long time ago, and when they recently began to navigate life side by side, it became pretty apparent to them and everyone else around them that they were meant to be together. So after much counsel and wisdom-seeking and prayer, Chris decided it was about time to pop the question. And I got to be there!! 

Chris proposed to Ashley (and Mckenzie!) in a little park a few weeks ago, and asked me to be nearby so I could capture their immediate excitement and joy. I just love these two so much! :)

Sunil and I have loved watching this little family develop... and in so many ways, they just fit SO well! 

The best part about these love-birds is the way they laugh together. Having known Chris for years, we were really hoping and praying that he would someday be matched with someone who fit his quirky, crazy, super-awkward and hilarious personality. Chris, you found a keeper!!

Mckenzie was so excited to be a part of Chris's proposal! Right after Chris got down on one knee, Mckenzie blurted out, "Mommy say YES!!" right away! She loves seeing her momma so happy. :)

Chris and Ashley... wow. Just wow. You have been blessed beyond comprehension and I've gotten to see it! Thanks for allowing me to be a part of your lives... and your wedding! ;) Love you two so much!