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Heather

I met Heather through my fiances family and church, they had known each other for years. Heather is always so patient and kind and always has this gentleness about her. Married to an Army Chaplin and raising two little boys her patience and love amazes me. She is such a wonderful mother, wife and great friend. 

One time in particular always sticks out in my mind though when I think of her. I was going through a very rough time a few months ago with my fiance and really wasn't sure what was going to happen. I was worried and exhausted, and was an emotional wreck. I remember waiting in church after service one day and she came to sit by me and started up a conversation. She gave me encouragement and the confidence I needed to go on with my day and to look at things in a little bit brighter perspective. By the end of our conversation she took my hand and she prayed with me. I will never forget that because tears welled up in my eyes and I could feel God speaking through her, telling me that everything was going to be alright. (Typing this I'm getting a little teary eyed. Haha.) It was such a sweet and Godly thing that might not have meant much to some but it meant the world to me, especially on that day. She is such a Godly woman and her family is so so lucky to have her. 

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Lovisa and Michael

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Lovisa and Michael's love story started with the Haste The Day farewell tour concert a few years back where they first met! They hit it off right from the get go, sparks flew, and they still have their concert ticket stubs! How cute is that!? Fast forward a few years and now they are engaged and have a beautiful daughter who's the light of their lives! Their session was so much fun and we were blessed with some incredibly gorgeous light! One particular part of the session they even showed off their matching tattoos! Before their daughter was born they decided they wanted to go with foxes as her themed animal. With the help of Aldo from Carmel Ink Tattoo he brought their vision to life. Two matching foxes. When I inquired more about their pieces Lovisa told me that hers was in color because it matched her bright and bubbly personality and Michael's matched his personality as well, more of a simple and laid back style. The time on the clock you are wondering about in the middle? It's the time their daughter was born! I was so in love with their tattoos and still am! Gorgeous! Their entire session Michael showed such a tenderness and understanding to his future wife and their daughter. Their love is something you can't help but smile at, it still sticks with me to this day. They may be night and day but their love for one another is so gentle and loving.  I wish you both this best and am honored to have captured some memories for you and your family for years to come!

Chris and Bailey's Wedding

Chris and Bailey are something special. You could tell by the way they looked at one another that they were in love and couldn't wait to spend their lives together. They just clicked. They were fun and energetic, but also had a calm and patient side that was quite refreshing. Their wedding took place on a large farm in Northern Indiana that had the most gorgeous barns and houses I had ever seen. The ceremony took place down a long gravel lane in the middle of the woods and was accompanied by the sounds of a string quartet. Bailey was even brought by a stunning horse and carriage before walking down the aisle with her father. Chris and Bailey's handwritten vows were ones that left guests grabbing for tissues and were so sincere along with a few laughs. The reception was so much fun with guests breaking out all their moves and Bailey getting down with the bridesmaids. It was definitely a night to remember! I'm so glad I was able to experience this wedding! Thanks to Kristen Mittlestedt for letting me second shoot!