Jacob and Esther
What do a cold, blustery day, epic-ly late hairdressers, handmade dresses and tuxedos, and the BIGGEST smiles you’ve ever seen all have in common??? A wedding day of course! But not just any old run-of-the-mill wedding day. It was finally the day of promises, vows, and celebrations for Jacob and Esther -- a young couple who are as devoted to the Lord as they are to each other.
I suspected that it was going to be a whirlwind of excitement and joy – and it did not disappoint! From the moment Esther arrived at the church to the last goodbyes that evening, her smile never left her face. The only smile that compared was that of her adoring groom, whose loving gaze and contented calm betrayed his deep love for his new little wife.
Surrounded by dozens (and dozens!) of loving family members and friends, Jacob and Esther made their vows to love and cherish each other for the rest of their lives. Something I suspect will not be a chore for either of them. ;)
Jacob and Esther – It was an incredible joy to be a party of your wedding day. I look forward to watching your story be written (and seeing how many children God gives your already budding family! :-D ). I am confident that your marriage is one that will last through the ups and downs, and pray that your love for each other will grow with each passing year.
So.... Did I mention that Esther MADE her wedding dress??? When I asked her about it, she said "Blood, sweat, and tears I tell ya!". Lol - Also talent. She forgot to mention talent.
Couldn't be a more appropriate verse for preparing for the rest of your life.
Contagious excitement -- dare you not to smile.
Couldn't be a better group of sisters. The love these ladies have for each other is awesome.
Jacob has got some rather impressive skills as well.
A quiet moment of prayer for the soon to be bride and her future husband.
I don't know why I love ceremony hand holding so much, but if you've been following my blog for long, you know this is a 'must have' shot for me. Maybe it's because you can't make a lifetime vow to someone without being able to hold their hand and look them in the eyes. It's about forever.
First, first kisses are amazing. I tip my hat to you both.
Now might be a good time to mention that Esther also made her handsome groom's tux. I know. With the talent.
If you could bottle their love, the world would never run out.
I love me some family members who are as excited as the bride and groom.
We stole a few quiet moments away for some Husband and Wife portraits at Devil's River Campground in Maribel. They couldn't have picked a more beautiful spot.
Oh the personalities in this photo! They're going to have some mischievous children!
This photo is a personal favorite of mine. The light. The couple. The smell of fall leaves. SWOON.
The reception was held at the Lakehaven Hall in Kewaunee. It bumps right up against Lake Michigan and was a beautiful venue!
All the little details really pulled things together.
Did you ever meet a couple that was so cute, that you just wanted to pinch their cheeks? No? Oh. Ok, Me either.
Never was there a more dapper looking group of men...
...or a more beautiful group of sisters.
Esther's sister had put together a slideshow of Jacob and Esther's history together. It was fun to see how they've been perfect for each other all along.
Father Daughter dances are always sweet, but when the groom looks on and applauds... perfection.
And they lived Happily Ever After...