I had the great pleasure and honor of capturing two of my friends from high school say “I Do” to one another on such a beautiful day in Sewanee, TN. I like to think that I had a small part in these two meeting. Ryan and I (Lauren) sat at the same lunch table in high school and one day Amanda came and found me to tell me something of great importance I am sure, or perhaps just avoiding going back to class. And after meeting him that day, she kept telling me how cute she thought he was! They eventually started dating and made such a great couple. THey went their separate ways when they went to college but they somehow managed to find their way back to one another. I believe that when one heart is so right for the other, there is nothing that can keep them apart. And I truly believe that these two belong together. I have never seen Amanda so happy or in love than on this day. She got ready at her parents home, where I myself spent so much time. We sat in the bathroom talking and reminiscing about the good old days. As I watched her transform into a bride, my heart swelled with joy. Here was my beautiful, carefree, always smiling friend getting ready for the biggest day of her life and I was there to witness it all. The day could not have been more perfect! Beautiful weather, an amazing location, great friends and some good beer. After the “I Do’s”, everyone went to Shenanigan’s (a local eatery) where we indulged in a burrito buffet and listened to one amazing blue grass band, Whisky Bent Valley Boys. if you have never heard of these guys, you must look them up! With every song they played, every stomp they stomped, you became more and more entranced with their music. I know this may sound cliche, but I don’t care… It was such a magical night. I can still hear the music and the sound of everyone’s feet stomping on the old hardwood floors. Everyone just laughed and danced the night away. It will be a night I never forget! I love you both Amanda and Ryan and we wish you nothing but the best that this world may have to offer!
