Anne was finishing up details in the Church when I arrived for the wedding. She still needed to get not only herself ready – but also help the four children. Yet she was calm … and ready … and radiant.
Anne and Doug met at Church ~ a wonderful place to meet your husband or your wife. He had two girls. She had a boy and a girl.
I noticed something special about their family when we did their photo shoot a few weeks ago. They interacted together so effortlessly and seamlessly. It was beautiful. Doug was gentle and loving and helpful (come on, we all know how much men love family photo shoots!). Anne was relaxed and confident. Several times as I was snapping shots of the kids, I would notice them off in the background whispering to each other, gazing in each other’s eyes or grabbing a quick kiss. It was sweet and it was romantic.
I noticed something special about their family when we did their photo shoot a few weeks ago. They interacted together so effortlessly and seamlessly. It was beautiful. Doug was gentle and loving and helpful (come on, we all know how much men love family photo shoots!). Anne was relaxed and confident. Several times as I was snapping shots of the kids, I would notice them off in the background whispering to each other, gazing in each other’s eyes or grabbing a quick kiss. It was sweet and it was romantic.
I can't possibly anticipate the blessings I receive when I get to be a part of a family’s wedding day. Not only is it a great responsibility, it is a true honor. Let me share with you a glimpse of their special day.
The rings...
Hannah's shoes first...along with a special note from mom.
The bride's shoes.
The bride's bouquet...
Anne getting ready...
What could be making Anne smile like that?
...hmmmm...
knowing that the love of her life is sitting in the room next to her. And that he thinks she is beautiful.
And she does make a beautiful bride.
Doug...
The love Anne and Doug had for their kids was really amazing.
Hannah sang one of her mom's favorite song's during the ceremony...her brother was so sweet and tender watching her.
Doug had to stop himself from kissing her before the ceremony had even started.
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Ritchey.
...I hope you share LOTS of smiles and laughter in your new life together.
The cakes were beautiful. Anne surprised Doug with a groom's cake and a special gift...
Tickets to the big game!!! Look at the anticipation on her face...Isn't it a great feeling when you know you are giving someone a great gift?
There were quite a few children at this wedding and they couldn't have had a better surprise themselves. Check out this candy table! It was amazing.
Doug and Anne, Jake, Hannah, Kendal, and Cassidy ~ Thanks for letting me share in your special day. I am so excited for you to start this new journey together as a family.
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