There are so many similarities between Doug and Rachel. I mean this as a complete compliment, but when you spend time with them, you get a sense of a past age of complete manners, chivalry and modesty that makes you think that motorized vehicles should not be in existence right now and that women should still have hoops under our skirts. They are unique, caring and immediately make you feel valuable just by being a part of their lives. I'm pretty sure I can count on just one hand the number of conversations I have had with Doug due to him being out of state for most of their relationship, yet I get the feeling he would do whatever he could if there was a need he could meet in my life. They are nice people, but they would be very quick to clarify to anyone reading this that whatever good is seen in them, it is only because of the grace of their loving savior Jesus Christ. They are just the mirrors reflecting His glory. The entire day exuded the gratitude and worship to His feet where it truly belongs.
The footprints that these two leave are priceless. It was a complete honor to be asked to capture their momentous day.
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| This is the ring that Rachel's father gave to her when she was younger as a reminder to the commitment of purity and integrity she made. She gave this ring back to her dad during the ceremony since it had fulfilled it's duty. |
Probably one of the sweetest moments of the entire day - Their FIRST KISS!!!! I don't mean the first kiss as man and wife, I mean the first kiss of Doug and Rachel ever! Isn't that incredible!?
When the newest Mr. and Mrs. were coming down the aisle after being announced as man and wife, I whispered to them, "Go practice!" They did and lets just say the following images after had some amazing intensity to them!!! ooh la la
I wasn't lying about the intensity was I - ow ow Rachel!
And yes, I do believe that they will live happily, ever, after...
