Matt & Krysten ~ November Wedding

Can you imagine marrying your childhood sweetheart? 

Maybe you are someone who has done just that...and if so, then you know how special that is!

I met my husband in college, I know many others who have met their spouses online, at church, at a work function...but how special would it be to marry the person whom you've grown up with?  the person that you have memories with that span into your childhood years? 

What a privilege it was to be a part of Matt & Krysten's day.  They've known each other since childhood, through moving away and as "fate" or divine intervention would have it, found each other again!...

I watched Krysten's facebook messages through the countdown over the past months as she eagerly anticipated becoming Matt's Mrs.! 

I witnessed their excitement as they hid from each other all afternoon all through the clubhouse where they said their "I do's".

And, I was overjoyed to see their tears, laughter, smiles and just incredible contentment when they walked in, hand in hand to their reception. 

Matt & Krysten have  fun and loving families too...sisters and brothers were all included in their bridal party and they hovered over each of them throughout the day, offering help, snapping pictures, giving hugs...

They also have fiercely loyal friends, whom I could tell love them both.  They will definitely have the support and encouragement that will surround them throughout their journey of marriage. 

The details are always a favorite to share first...Her dress was lovely..

And family pearls and topaz ring gave it that delicate touch...

Her bouquet was so fragrant...

But seriously...check out these SHOES...I couldn't NOT have had more fun taking pictures of these shoes...

The girls all were getting ready in the locker room of  the clubhouse...the sparkles applied...getting Krysten into her dress...

You could tell that the girls were having a blast!

I so appreciated their willingness to be fun and enjoy the moments with Krysten...

In talking with Krysten, having special pictures with her dad was really important...I don't know if being the baby girl of the family has anything to do with it, but I will say that it was incredibly sweet and makes me smile when I think of my baby girl and her daddy...

After this meeting, we took a few more snapshots and then shooed Krysten off to hide so that we could get a few of the groom...

Krysten's nephews held a sign to announce her coming...and her flowergirl had a sweet shyness about her...

The ceremony was flawless...thanks to Marilyn of Marlo's Rentals.  She is an incredible wedding coordinator...sweet, thoughtful, thorough, detailed, and deliberate.  She was a JOY to work with! 

And as the sun started to fade outside, Matt & Krysten grabbed hands and ran outside for some quick shots...it was brisk, but oh so worth it!!!

We headed back inside for some touching toasts from family members and friends...

and watched the first dances...

 the mother/son dance being one, the likes of which I've never seen before...

 and I KNEW that they shared such a deep love for each other...it was so very touching.

 Mr. & Mrs...

Matt & Krysten...thank you for allowing us the opportunity to partake in your day...we were both privileged and honor to be there.  We pray that your marriage is as lovely, fun, contented and joyful as was your wedding day!!

Please click over to my facebook page for a few extra images that I've shared in an album...

And, don't forget to stop over at AMWeakleyCreative to see the day through her eyes...I am so grateful that AnneMarie and I get to photograph weddings together...Couples don't just get a photographer and a second shooter, they get their entire wedding as seen through two sets of eyes and hearts...what Anne captured is breathtaking!

Please watch a slideshow of our combined efforts as well...