It's easy to write about nice weather and pretty details, but it's more difficult to pinpoint joy & love.
Maybe that's why I'm having a hard time putting Jenna and Stephen's wedding day into words.
It began with sunshine and ended with smiles.
It was bright, breezy, and approximately 77 degrees. Sublime. It was the kind of weather that you wish for during the winter. The sunshine made me smile. So did Jenna. There's something so authentic about a bride on her wedding day. Jenna is the type of person that you want as a friend when you need help organizing something. She's the type of person that encourages others and makes them better. Detail oriented. Efficient. Effective. Kind. Stephen is the type of guy that you would get tacos with. Actually, he's the type of guy that would surprise you with tacos. And guacamole. And extra cheese. He's the type of person that listens to hear and not just respond. Thoughtful. Spontaneous. Generous. Gracious.
Together they're dynamic. They balance one another out, understand each other, and pray for one another. They are so thoughtful, giving, and welcoming.
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through the doors with the biggest smile on her face. Music, tempo, one foot in front of the other, he walked his only daughter, his only child down the aisle to her forever and always.
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It was a warm January day, the sunlight made sharp intricate shadows on the cement parking lot. The weather was a balmy 49 degrees, practically shorts and T-shirt weather in Wisconsin. The warmth was just about everywhere that day.
The words "Welcome to Our Beginning." greeted me in large letters when I walked through the church doors. The hallways of Faith Bible Church were quiet, but the hum of excitement was evident as soon as I opened the door to Lauren's getting ready room.
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