Melissa and Justin: Friendswood Baptist Church and White House Ranch Wedding

Some couples meet at their local gym. Some at a coffee shop around the corner. That would have been a little too easy for Melissa and Justin. They met at a conference about faith a thousand miles away from each of their homes in Houston and Alberta, Canada. After months of endearing letters, daily emails, tender telephone conversations, and hopeful prayers, a sweet friendship matured into a great love and a promise to share the best and most difficult of life. We were thrilled to share in such a celebration of love and God's grace.

Congratulations Melissa and Justin! We are sending out big hugs to you in Canada! Texas misses you already. :)









A sweet note from her sweet



Beautiful Melissa!



















The sweet flower girl decided during the ceremony to collect the rose petals she'd distributed a few minutes before.





Mr. and Mrs!



White House Ranch was a beautiful setting for the reception fun!

Melissa and Justin: Mayfield Park and Downtown Austin Engagement

Melissa and Justin drove in from Houston (technically, Justin actually flew in from Canada) for their engagement session, and they endured Austin weather's finicky side with grace, style and considerable pizzaz. It rained throughout the session, but Melissa and Justin didn't let a little precip interfere with their engagement magic. Mike and I had so much fun hanging out with them, and the time flew by so fast that we couldn't believe when it was time for the session to end. Thankfully, we'll get to see them again soon!

Much love to the happy couple!

Mike's shot on the left is my favorite.

What a beauty!



The handsome groom!

























The stealthy work of Miguel.



Hubba hubba! I love this one. A plus, plus, plus, plus, plus grade for modeling. :)



My view...


Mike's view (and the winner)...



For the record, I really love laughing photos.






Congratulations! Mike and I can't wait for your big day.