I’ve known Riley for as long as I can remember. We grew up in church together. My parents taught hers in the newly wed Sunday School class. We even took a trip to Kenya together. With these deep ties, I am so grateful she let me capture this day. We all carefully watched the weather throughout the week and let out a sign of relief at the end of the day when not a drop of rain fell. This wasn’t the day she had originally planned. A big wedding at our home church was the goal, however this plan at her family lake house easily became the perfect spot to start her new life with Matthew. She was such a trooper about the whole thing. Her flexibility and gentleness throughout the day was refreshing to be around. Being connected to this family, I knew that tears were possible, but I had no idea how many would fall. This was a joyful celebration for both families as Matthew and Riley committed their love and lives to each other.