Happy Anniversary: Amy & Kevin

We all have “firsts”.

For Amy and Kevin, this was their first true love… and their forever love.

For me, it was my first wedding.

I continue to celebrate this date – six years ago today.

What a glorious day filled with so much love and laughter.

The ceremony and reception were held at Gilsland Farm (Maine Audubon Society) in Falmouth. The day was bright, sunflowers from the farmer’s market were bold, and bride and groom were poised to have the time of their lives.

The bride took deep shaky breaths as she prepared to stroll down the aisle, and an endless grin spread across her face as she met her groom’s eyes.

This was the first time that I had ever experienced this moment this way. I will never forget it. Usually, from where I stand, I can see the groom’s face when he sees his bride for the very first time on their wedding day. It is a moment that I don’t think I will ever get over. It’s a glimpse into a very special moment; a very private moment; and it is why I love what I do. Thank you Amy and Kevin for sharing that moment with me for the first time.

The ceremony concluded with a shrill “yay!” from the bride just before the kiss… and the two set off to celebrate. They treated their guests to amazing food and unbridled dancing beneath trees drenched in mason jar lanterns and a glowing tent. The bride and groom worked hard on every detail to make their wedding their dream day. My favorite element was that every piece was “stamped” with a logo they created out of their initials (designed by Kevin). So clever!

It is crazy to think that six years have already passed… it seems only a heartbeat ago. I am now honored to call Amy and Kevin dear friends. I have had the pleasure to witness their fabulous relationship grow through the years – from their walk down the aisle, to their first house, to the birth of their beautiful boys.

Cheers Amy and Kevin! … to you and your sixth anniversary. May you continue to be such an amazing team and to find great joy in the small things in life. Steady as you go.