Corie & Stephen {married}

"The Lord just shines through her, doesn't it?" said Corie's Grandma to me as we watched Stephen & Corie dance for the first time as a married couple. Although I may not be the most religious of people, I can say in all honesty Grandma Pat was right - Corie is one of those few people you will meet in your life that just shines and exudes kindness and compassion and above all sincerity. Stephen & Corie both have this amazing quality and watching them look so passionately into each others eyes really let me and the many family and friends that joined them on this day know that these two were truly meant to be together.

The day was calm, full of deep emotion, love, and devotion. The girls had fun getting ready and putting on their custom made dresses. When mom put on her dress the expression on Chloe and Lily's face was priceless. A gasp as they saw how truly beautiful their mom was. (brought tears to my eyes). But it didn't end there - we did a mini "first look" and when Corie & Stephen saw each other for the first time their eyes both filled with tears. It was a beautiful moment. We ventured to downtown Spring Green where we found the old Coca-Cola sign and the beautiful old buildings. Then we headed to the Wisconsin River and jumped out of the cars at the side of the road and laughed as Stephen threw Corie over his shoulder "like a little kid" as he put it so Corie wouldn't have to walk in her heels down the hill to the beach.

Then it was time for the ceremony which was beautiful and amazing as the first thing you saw was a man in tears as his beautiful bride came down the aisle. The ceremony was so personal and you could just feel the love and compassion between these two. An amazing way to start their lives together. Then it was off to celebrate with a family band and lots of music and dancing!

Everything was just too perfect - so fitting for these two amazing people. My husband & I were so honored to be a part of Corie & Stephen's special day. We've known Corie for about 10 years now and it's just amazing to watch her journey through life with her two beautiful daughters and the start of her new family. We wish you both all the best and thank you again for letting us be there to capture the day.

Here are some of my favorites from the day. Thank you Corie & Stephen!!!!