•  I was over the moon when Janine contacted me about hiring me to photograph her vow renewal to her husband John.  Janine and I met in 7th grade and reconnected recently via Facebook.  I was so excited to see her again and meet her family!  Even more excited to see just how happy and in love she is.  Such a great feeling knowing your friends are happy.

•  They renewed their vows on the anniversary of when John asked her out for the first time and in their 15th year of marriage.  So sweet 🙂

•  I loved all of the fall details, it was so beautiful!

•  You know it’s a good wedding when even the pastor is crying!  I must admit, I was a bit misty eyed too – along with Janine, John and ALL of the guests.  They wrote their own vows (always a sure bet for some tears!) and they were so heartfelt and meaningful.

•  The Manor House, where they were married and had their dinner reception, was so amazing!  It was built in 1838 and was added on to over the years.  I loved it and I could only imagine all the stories that the house could tell if it could speak.  Growing up in an old farmhouse, I have an affinity for them I think.  Such a picture perfect place for a wedding!

Wedding Vendors

Cake:  Bride’s Cousin
Ceremony & Dinner:  Quail Hollow State Park Manor House

This is the view of the manor house and its surrounding area from the parking lot.  So pretty!

 

While waiting for everyone to arrive, I wandered around taking photographs of everything.  Knowing that leaves played into their decor for the day, I decided to lay down in a big pile of leaves to get this shot.

 

I loved this cake so much and the pumpkin beside it that John’s dad carved for them!

 

I loved their invitation with “tighten” the knot!

 

Instead of flowers, their youngest daughter dropped leaves 🙂

 

Everyone getting a bit misty eyed!

 

Then the full on tears came on.  This is a first for me but it was so sweet!

 

I loved their looks here.

 

After they greeted their guests, we headed outside to get some images with their children.

 

It was a bit bright out but the colors were so pretty!

 

I loved Janine’s dress!  I was expecting something along the bridal line but LOVED this so much more!!!  It also looked so comfy!

 

It was such a perfect day!

 

Favorite!!!

 

This tree was so pretty, I’m glad we were able to incorporate it into a few images.

 

I was taking a few pictures of Janine on John’s chest without his face in it and I told him so, then when I saw out of the corner of my eye he was giving me a dirty look I zoomed out and captured it.  I actually like the look and it ended up being a favorite from the day!

 

I am so, so glad I was able to share in your special day (take two!).  It was wonderful getting to know your family and children!  I couldn’t be happier for you both!