As Nicole and her bridesmaids hurried about the parlor, primping and prepping for the day ahead, they squealed with anticipation of what was to come. The day that Michael and Nicole would promise forever. Together. A long awaited day, and finally it was here, and even pinching one other couldn’t awake them from this dream. Because today? It was real.

Then, as Nicole ascended the grass covered hill to her groom who waited in the shade of an old tree, she looked absolutely radiant. And when Michael’s eyes met Nicole’s? It was all things sweet. Teary eyed laughter and smiles that glowed brighter than the mid-day sun.

Later, as Nicole’s dad hugged his daughter and then passed her hand to Michael’s at the end of the chapel aisle, he fought back tears. Tears of happiness and joy.

And finally, as glasses were raised in Michael and Nicole’s honor, toasts were made illuminating the fact that they truly are perfectly suited for each other, more than one can imagine. They’re full of life and an abundance of love. And, if you stood too close to them, it’d rubbed off on you. Together, they’re gloriously contagious.

The day couldn’t have started off any better than walking into the parlor to this sight…Nicole, my dear, you are positively stunning…Michael looking sharp…I was thrilled when Michael + Nicole opted to have a first look. These next few images from it are some of my FAVES…LOVE that they took time to pray together…How fabulous is that train? AND those smiles?!Love this…You two are just too fabulous…Shoutout to an awesome bridal party!!And when I say awesome, I mean AWESOME. Please note the sweet flower girls’ expressions on the end… “They’re KISSING!” ;)And then it was ceremony time!MARRIED!After the ceremony, we headed to the Inn at Leola Village for more wedding photos…Michael and Nicole wanted photos in the beautiful gardens behind the Inn, and I was more than happy to oblige!
Pure bliss :)Many thanks to the wonderful people of the Inn at Leola Village for this beautiful reception spread…And the newly minted Mr. & Mrs. Gilchrist danced the night away…Michael + Nicole, your wedding day was perfect and everything a marriage should be about: Love, Joy, and Contentment. Thank you for the honor of commemorating your special day and I know it’s merely the start to something even more fabulous than what you have now. Hope you’re soaking in your amazing honeymoon! XOXO!