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RAPID CITY + BLACK HILLS, SOUTH DAKOTA

September 7, 2018

Jake and Nikki, this day is burned in my memory as one of the most wonderful weddings I’ve ever been to. Thank you, a hundred times over, for asking me to be a part of it. It was truly a joy, and one I won’t soon stop smiling about (maybe ever!). Enjoy a few of […]

August 3, 2018

Kendra and Jason, you succeeded in making this day as fun as wedding days possibly get! There was so much to smile about, and I can imagine you haven’t stopped smiling, since becoming husband and wife. Thank you, times a thousand, for asking me to be a small part of this day. Enjoy a few of my favorites! […]

January 31, 2018

Cody and Jordan, thank you so much for inviting me to be a part of your wedding day! I can’t get over how perfectly the snow fell, and I don’t know if I’ve seen a couple more excited about how the day unfolded. What a joy it was to spend this time with you and your […]

December 20, 2017

Chad and Hannah, I can’t thank you enough for allowing me to be a part of your wedding day. I have absolutely loved getting to know you better over the last year, and cannot wait to see all the good that your marriage will bring to you and to others. You are truly a blessing. (And I miss […]

July 26, 2017

Tony and Melissa, thank you so much for asking me to be a part of this day! I’ve absolutely loved getting to know you, and am not at all surprised at the personal details and fun-loving vibe you were able to incorporate into your day. Enjoy a few of my favorites! —js ———————————– What was […]

June 29, 2017

Geoff and Jackie, thank you for asking me to be a part of your wedding day. I’m so grateful that our paths crossed, and that I got to be among the wonderful group of people who witnessed your first moments as husband and wife. I hope your time spent here was even better than you imagined it could […]

March 15, 2017

Kevin and Ashley, I am so happy we got to spend this afternoon together! Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedules to make this (very fun) day happen. So excited about your wedding day! Enjoy a few of my favorites. —js Ashley, what’s your favorite thing about Kevin? I like shopping second hand; Kevin’s […]

December 10, 2016

Emily and Aaron, I don’t think I can put into words how much I enjoyed being alongside you and your families on this day. Your joy and kindness are unmatched, and I am thrilled that this day is only the beginning for you. Enjoy a few of my favorites! —js —————————————— What was the most memorable […]

December 5, 2016

Tony and Melissa, I can’t believe how lovely this fall day turned out to be, but I am not at all surprised at how much I enjoyed hanging out with you and your beloved Louie. Looking forward to the year ahead! Enjoy a few of my favorites! —js   ——————————————————– Melissa, what’s your favorite thing about Tony? There […]

November 18, 2016

Seth and Adriel, I could tell you that after spending your wedding day with you, I wanted to be best friends forever. But that might be weird, so I’ll keep it to myself (although I’ve already had some lockets engraved…). This day was everything a wedding day should be; full of the most important things (which aren’t things at all), […]

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