Thank you SO much for being patient with me and my lack of blog posts lately. I’m right in the middle of the crazy fall wedding season. So many weddings in a row, combined with engagement shoots, family sessions and my own family has made my blogging time few and far between. I’m staying on top of galleries though! As a little side note, if you’re needing an October engagement session, please email ASAP because I only have a couple dates left. And now, for Lauren + Dave’s wedding day post!!!
Pounding rain greeted me as I exited my car and ran into the hotel where Lauren was getting her hair and makeup done. Not exactly how a bride wants to start her day, especially when she’s supposed to be getting married at a beautiful vineyard in the picturesque Washington, MO. We all kept our fingers crossed that the clouds would part and the sun would make an appearance, but it was not to be. It was easy to see that Lauren was a little disappointed, but at the end of the day, she was marrying Dave, and the joy on their faces as they walked down that aisle after the ceremony was all the mattered. And lucky for us, during the reception, the skies took pity upon us and gave us a little of that glorious sunshine, and we were able to sneak out for a few portraits in the vineyard.
I love these next 2 shots. They put a smile on my face. 
Lauren’s bouquet from Four Seasons Florist was spectacular!
There was such joy in their faces after they were married. I hope they love this shot as much as I do. They couldn’t stop looking at one another.
We ran outside for a few shots in the drizzling rain…We weren’t sure we’d get back outside, and Lauren really wanted some outdoor shots of the 2 of them.
Love this cake, especially the cake topper! Looks just like them.
This kid had some MOVES! 
And so did this one. 
And look who was also at Lauren and Dave’s wedding!!! Katie + Jonathan! I shot their wedding last year, and it’s just about their 1 year anniversary. Happy early anniversary, you guys. Much love.
This was a fun group for sure.
And this is where the sun came out, and we ran out for a few minutes for portraits of just the 2 of them. It was sticky. It was hot. But we were all happy. 
The end. Congratulations again, Lauren + Dave! It was such a joy to be a part of your day.
Lauren + Dave’s Vendors:
Ceremony: The Vineyard at Riverbend Chapel
Reception: The Vineyard at Riverbend Chapel
Bakery:Exquisite Cakes
Florist: Four Seasons Florist
Photographer: Nicole Welch Photography
Makeup: Emily Miller with Delicately Bold
Hair: Hair by Chrissy
