The sweetest moment from Katy and Nick's Oshkosh wedding was a surprise letter Nick wrote on the back of a photo. He wrote this letter to his future bride in 2012, then framed the photo. Over the last 5 years Katy had no idea! Here's what he wrote...
"Dear My Sweetest Love,
I'm sure you will never see this because who honestly looks at the back of a photo in a frame, but that's the point. Today is August 28th 2012. 4 days before you leave to go back to Eau Claire for your Junior year. You're still undecided with what you want to finish in but I know you will choose the right thing either way. I don't know when you will see this... 3 days, 3 years or 30 years but some day you will see this. Maybe on our wedding day.. I know it will come because you are the one for me. I love you so much, nothing has been the same since I met you. In a good way. You truly are the love of my life. I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you. I love you.
Forever and Always, Nick"
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Mike and Carrie met in May of 2015. They both have seen many of their friends have luck on internet dating websites and both thought they would give it a try....and thank goodness for that because otherwise Carrie and Mike wouldn't be here today. The first date was at a local coffee shop in Libertyville IL and the rest is history. Mike proposed to Carrie on a beautiful overlook in the middle of Rocky Mountain National Park in Estes Park Colorado on May 26, 2016. The setting couldn't have been more perfect.
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"Ryan & I met at a friend's house warming party we clicked right away and spent the night talking and hanging out. It took my 6 months to realize I had my best friend and soul mate right in front of me!! That was over 10 years ago and everyday I love him more! There is something to be said about being with someone that makes you want to be a better you and that is how we feel about each other. We are looking forward to all life's journeys especially since we both love to travel and spending every day with the person that truly completes you!"
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Mallerie and Travis had originally planned a destination wedding, until they found out that Mallerie was pregnant. Their plans changed to a Door County wedding at Stone Harbor Resort. Not gonna lie...I'm kinda glad they planned a Wisconsin wedding because I was able to photograph this beautiful wedding. Baby Emmett was born and two months later Mallerie and Travis got married. Mallerie looked stunning in her dress!
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I love this family so much! I'm so thankful they schedule a last minute 6 month session for Lincoln. In April 2016 I photographed their wedding, September 2016 I revealed to Kelli and Jay they were having BOY ! In January 2017 I photographed Lincoln's newborn session shortly after Kelli was released from the hospital. It was also the day Jay shaved her hair off. I'm so thankful that Kelli and Jay continue to let me document the important moments of their life and family.
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Megan and Jacob meet each other in grade school and even played on the same soccer team when he was in 7th grade and she was in 8th. Megan said she was terrible and Jacob's dad was one of the coaches. But it wasn't until his junior year and her senior that they really started talking. Jacob sent a simple "Hey!" text and that's what started it all. They enjoy taking care of their pigs, chickens, farm cats, and dog Mocha. (Megan says:) I love that he's always been a hard worker and that he loves his job as a farmer; and although that means his schedule can be unpredictable and there are times when we barely get to see each other in summer, those nights when I can ride in the tractor with him are my favorite....... (Jacob says:) I love that she is willing to take care of all the animals and is not scared to get dirty. She deals with my busy schedule and when I'm not home she can take care of everything.
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Like Tim McGraw's song "Check Yes or No".. it started way back in third grade. Mitchell and Mikaela met in Mrs.Berg's third grade class where they missed recess because they had gotten in trouble. Through the years of childhood into the turbulent teenage years and onto adulthood they've learned so much from one another. How to be patient, how to be kind, how to be generous, and ever loving in times of struggle. Mitchell and Mikki truly are the happiest and best selves when they're together, one team instead of two separate individuals. The greatest example of their love can be seen through their daughter's little giggle and bright smile. Take a look at this gorgeous Stone Harbor Resort wedding in Door County Wisconsin.
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Michelle and Adam got married at Green Bay Botanical Gardens with a reception at Thornberry Creek Golf Course.
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Tyler and Elizabeth went to high school together but did not becoming interested in each other until a wedding they both stood up in. That wedding happened to be Elizabeth's older brother and Tyler's older sister. A couple years later, they finally realized they were meant to be together and have been happily together since!
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icole and Dylan met at work when they were 16 years old. They have been together for 7 years!! Recently purchased a house and getting married this October.
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So excited to share Heather and Kevin's beach maternity session! I can't wait to meet baby Brody in just a few weeks!
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A quick mini engagement session at the family farm! I'm so thankful that Cassie and Josh along with Josh's grandparents for allowing me to photograph a few Spring sessions at the family farm. The apple blossoms and sunset was gorgeous for every session. ALSO how does this dress look at Cassie!?! It's mine :) I love sharing my clothes with clients and also my favorite shops online. With three children and a crazy schedule everything is bought online! This dress is from Nordstrom it also has pockets!
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I recently photographed this apple blossom engagement session for Emily and Chris! Right now Eliza (Emily's sister) is watching two of my three children, giving me time to sit down and blog their Madison engagement session. I can't wait to photograph their July wedding at Mount Olive Lutheran Church and Warner Park Community Recreation Center.
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Mandy and Steve got married at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Green Bay WI on May 20th. It was important for Steve's family that he get married in his Military Dress Uniform. Mandy and Steve decided to do a first look. It was the perfect idea, right after the first look and few photos it started raining. Then continued raining the rest of the day. Mandy and Steve's first look was one of my favorites! Ladies if you want a true reaction from your fiance when he sees you in your wedding dress for the first time, consider adding a first look into your wedding timeline.
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Little Josie's 6 month photos!! She was such a ham during their Spring family session, she looked at me and smiled the entire time. I love seeing the Martinson family and so happy we were able to photograph their family session while the apple blossoms were still blooming.
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Want to see life with 5 children under 5 ? Look at the Hendricks family. Marni and Brian were one of my first clients 6 years ago for their maternity session with McKenna. In the last 6 years I've tried to plan a couples date night so we can go out for sushi and martini's but every time I try to plan something... Marni was pregnant..again! I've even suggested sneaking wine in the hospital after she delivered one of the babies, because I knew within 6 weeks she'd probably be pregnant again.
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I could have photographed Megan and Mike ALL DAY!! Their love for each other is irresistible! Megan and Mike could have stood in the same spot and I would have a million photos within minutes. They recently moved to Green Bay from California and planning a beautiful October wedding at Gather on Broadway, a new Green Bay wedding venue. I'm beyond excited to photograph their wedding!
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I had so much fun at Becky and Mike's Door County beach engagement session!
Mike and Becky found each other on an online dating website. After talking for about 1 week, they met at a small, hole in the wall craft beer bar with board games. Becky & Mike talked effortlessly and had wonderful time. Becky loves Mike's kindness, selflessness, love of traveling, and how well he fit in with her family from the start. Mike loves Becky's kindness, humor, compassion, and cooking. :)
I can't wait photograph Becky & Mike's Door County wedding at Gordon Lodge in Baileys Harbor.
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Finally!! The apple blossoms are blooming! It was perfect setting for a mommy and me maternity session! Congrats to Megan, Tom and Jennifer VERY soon they will be adding a new baby to the family!
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Soooo many amazing photos from Tara and Zack's Milwaukee engagement session at Doctors Park! I had the hardest time deciding the photos to share on this blog post so ... I'm over sharing!
Zack and Tara met at the University of Wisconsin - Madison. They met at a friend's birthday dinner and the very next day they both went on the same trip to Chicago through an accounting organization. Zack and Tara found out that they were both trying to get into the same masters of accountancy program. Over the next several months while Zack and Tara were getting to know each other, Tara woo-ed him with her baking abilities. They hung out constantly, but never talked about dating until a few months later. Zack said "Would you consider us dating?" and Tara replied "yeah" and that was that. They spent then next two years in all the same accounting classes and coincidentally got offers to intern at the same accounting firm in Chicago. Now they have been working at that same firm for almost two and a half years together.
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