{Josh & Karla}

Last weekend I had a unique opportunity to capture the memories of a "dream come true." Josh & Karla were married 5 years ago, but due to circumstances (including a deployment) they weren't able to have a wedding at that time. Last week they renewed their vows at Southside Community Church complete with a gorgeous bride in a stunning white gown, a dapper groom, decorations, flowers, cake, and plenty of friends to help celebrate this renewal of love and commitment. They wrote their own vows, which were incredible and extremely heartfelt. I felt so privileged to get to share in such a special day.

The joining of hearts and hands in front of the Military Prayer Wall at Southside Community Church.

Karla was absolutely stunning....she has to be one of the most beautiful brides I've photographed.

Karla coaxing a smile from this adorable flower girl, Destiny

Josh & Karla, thank you so much for letting me share in your beautiful day.

Enjoy the sneak peeks :)

{Lincoln pictures}

We took a trip to Lincoln recently to say farewell to my beloved Grandma (mother to six children).  Personally, I think she probably needs to be recognized as a saint, since my Grandpa was actually more like her seventh child, but I digress...my aunt thought it would be neat to put all the kids' baby shoes on Grandma's casket (and thus I'm sure a new trend has begun), and wanted a picture of it.

{OK, I have to admit that I felt REALLY creepy carrying my camera over to my grandma's casket to get this picture, but my aunt wanted it, so...}




My daughter and I took a break from sorting through things and had a quiet moment on my grandparents' deck.  Wanted more sunlight to filter through, but couldn't seem to get the tree to cooperate.



She loves to have her picture taken, can you tell?
{photos taken by Amy}

{Andrew & Brittany}

This couple was so much fun.....their personalities were woven through every part of the ceremony & reception...from the cowboy hat to the cowboy boots to the cowboy & cowgirl cake topper.

The wedding was originally scheduled for outside, but Arkansas heat proved to be unbearable for this June bride and the event was moved indoors....but we still managed to get some great outdoor shots after the wedding and BEFORE the freak thunderstorm hit.

Here are a few sneak peeks and so far...my fave shots of the day :)



{above photos taken by Ginger}

 So I have to add my two cents worth (which if you figure inflation, comes to...oh, wait. Pictures. Right).  I have to say, this was a hugely FUN wedding to shoot.  Capturing the love shared by Brittany and Andrew was totally worth sweating and working around an immense amount of goose poop.  I mean, really, who knew birds could poop that much??



{above photos taken by Amy}

and just for the faint-hearted out there, photography isn't for everyone.  There are hazards lurking everywhere...like...um...mud, for instance!  Random spots of unseen mud can wreak havoc on unsuspecting individuals, so beware!  (this is for you, Ginger :D)