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! 

About a month ago (it feels like forever!), Sunil and I headed out to California to visit my brother and his family - and I'm just NOW getting around to editing and blogging the images! Why? Because life gets busy, that's why.  

Fact #1: I love traveling with this man. So far in our 2 years of marriage we've driven to Minnesota over 15 times, flown to Maine and North Carolina, wandered around India for a month, and now California! It's safe to say we've got this traveling thing DOWN. 

Fact #2: I make piles and he packs. He's an expert. 

Fact #3: I can't wait to have kids with this guy! Somehow he managed to become my nieces' favorite person in the WORLD about 30 seconds after they met him. He puts my aunt skills to shame. 

Fact #4: I have absolutely gorgeous nieces. Need proof?

Fact #5: Sunil is becoming a fantastic photographer. Sometimes before photo shoots I let him take pictures of me. 

Fact #6: The reason we went to California was because my oldest brother Brad was graduating from The Master's Seminary! He's going to continue on to get his PHD but it was SO fun to be able to see him graduate summa cum laude. This man is a genius. 

Fact #7: Exhausted kids are either little monsters or little comedians. 

And sometimes they create awesome caricatures. :)

On our last day, we drove away from the desert (after some rental car tire issues) to see... 

THE OCEAN! Because how can you go to California without catching a glimpse of the Big Blue? 

Fact #8: My parents are adorable when they snuggle. 

Fact #9: I burnt to a crisp. But it was the there's-an-ocean-and-this-is-so-much-better-than-Kansas kind of crisp. This is pre-crisp.  

Laying on the beach for 6 hours is the best feeling in the world. 

After the beach, we wandered around the coast and ate at a family owned restaurant. 

Fact #10: I had no idea that Swordfish is SO delicious! 

Fact #11: He makes a great looking beach bum. 

Fact #12: I have no idea how Californians keep their homes sand-free. It seems impossible to me when even the ROADS are covered in sand. 

Fact #13: Sunsets on the beach are breathtaking. 

The next day we headed home to Kansas, and the sunburn followed us. A token of all the wonderful memories... and of course, the beautiful ocean. :) 

Happy Friday!