I can’t really decide between Jenn or Tricia as to who made me cry more during this wedding. Before I begin to tell this story I just want to take a moment and thank both of them for their very kind words. It’s not expected to be thanked at the end of the night and yet when it happens it’s a nice treat. I heard not once but twice during the night the most effusive and kindest praise I could ever ask for and it brought me to tears.  Thank you to Jenn and Todd for trusting me implicitly to capture your day, to your families for having me along on yet another wedding and to Tricia for insisting on the dress (it was gorgeous) and that you use my services. I can never find enough words to thank you both so I did the next best thing – took photos the best way I know how; from the heart. I hope you enjoy them and cherish each other on whatever your next adventure is.

One of my favorite moments of this wedding day was leaving the preparation at the bride’s house and while I was half in my car I heard a joyous shout “I’m getting married today!” Jenn was out showing one of her neighbours her dress and was exclaiming for all the neighborhood to hear – much the same way she had been doing all morning. I think the realization that she finally gets to be Mrs. Ethier, officially made her so awe struck that she seemed to need to remind herself. It was as if she was in a dream and expected someone to pinch her and she would wake up but each time the “pinch” came and yet the day still remained and the celebration was still to come, at last Prince Charming. Arriving at the church to a little bit of a quietly excited but still nervous Todd I was so excited for these two, since I’ve met them I’ve always known how great they are together. There’s a true and deep love and I shed my own tears as Jenn came down the aisle with a smile on her lips and happy tears in her eyes – on the arm of her father; who looked so incredibly proud. Everyone in that church,family and friends alike, had faces alight with joy for both Jenn and Todd. I couldn’t be happier and Sam and I couldn’t have had a better time. From “pound it’s” to the entire grooms side of the wedding party doing this crazy dance to some major Maple Leafs hating we really enjoyed this wedding. Here’s a few of the samples . . .

Todd and Jenn seem to collect turtles so we thought this was appropriate

Jenn’s pretty flowers

Jenn’s sister helping her put her earrings on

The ring bearer “pounding it” with a few of the groomsmen – this was so cute

this one turned out to be my favorite

and to finish I’ll leave you with this one as I couldn’t believe my luck – this wasn’t planned ahead of time I just happened to notice the fire pits the day of the wedding and asked if there was anyway to light them at night – so glad we stayed for this one 🙂

Thanks again to you both!

Wishing you friendship and love,

Amanda

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