About two months ago, I got a phone call from a young man named James. It seems that he had the most romantic plans to ask the love of his life to be his wife and wanted it documented with photographs. He is from the Orlando area, so with some creative planning, lots of "sneakiness", and some downright lies, we pulled it off.
I arrived at Three Rivers State Park about an hour early to find the perfect spot. James and Amanda just happened to stop by the park for a picnic lunch on their way to visit family in Destin. She waited by the car while he set up a lovely picnic table complete with a red tablecloth right on the banks of the river. At the signal, James walked up the steps holding Amanda's hand and dropped to one knee and popped the question!! I stepped out and shot away! I don't know what was cuter ~ her reaction to the ring or the look on her face that clearly said "Who is that woman and why is she taking pictures of us?" It was time to reveal that "yes" this was a set up!
What a special young man to go to so much trouble to surprise her this way. And, of course, she said yes!!! I was honored to be a part of this happy day.
OMG that is an amazing story...So Romantic! I really love that shot too! I am sure that she will be telling that story for the rest of her life :)
ReplyDeleteSo.. it is so beautiful I am having to cry! I hope this pictures hangs in their home and the grandchildren can relay the story over the years~
ReplyDeleteThank you Kim! These pictures mean so much to Kris and I. Thank you for capturing a memory that will never be erased.
ReplyDeleteLove this one.
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