Engagement: Danny and Emily

They met in high school, so yes, they are high school sweethearts. But these two are far from typical. Their story is a special one actually. After dating on and off in high school, Danny made things official by asking Emily to be his girlfriend. She said yes, they committed to each other, and then Danny flew across the nation to attend college. The end of the story? Of course not. Three years ago, when he drove from North Carolina to California, she probably felt like this time would never come. But indeed, it has. After three years of an across country relationship, Danny flew home just a few months ago to ask Emily to marry him.

She says she almost passed out from the surprise of seeing him for the first time in months only moments before he got down on one knee and produced a gorgeous ring. He says she never looked so pretty. They fit perfectly together like that. Her loving his presence. Him thinking she never looked prettier. This week, Danny graduated from college and the first of next year, she will join him here in California while he takes on the next three years of his education.

I am entirely blessed to call these two my dear friends. Christian and I have the honor of standing up with them at their New Year's Eve wedding and we can't wait to be a part of their special day. I was so thrilled to have to opportunity to capture this time in their lives and I hope that you will enjoy. Happy Sunday!

Engagement: Justin and Misha

Justin and Misha have the classic love story that everyone loves to hear. Because I attended school with her, I got to hear, along with all our girlfriends, about the fun dates, the ongoing relationship, the frustrating "When is he ever going to propose," the overwhelming excitement and joy right after the proposal, and the "Oh my goodness! I have so much planning to do." Needless to say, it has been fun to learn of their growing relationship from Misha's side, but it was even more fun to finally meet Justin and see their relationship first hand. Justin is one of those guys that really, truly adores his fiance. She lights up when she is around him, and he would do whatever he had to in order to be with her. I enjoyed the opportunity to capture their love for one another at the very place he asked her to be his wife.

Engagement: Daniel and Breann

Where do I start with these two? I have gone to school with them since kindergarten and have been friends with them far before they ever fell in love. I still remember when they first started dating during (I believe) our Sophomore year of high school. Our Senior year they won the award for "Most Likely Never to be Seen Apart." Needless to say, I have seen these two in many stages of life and I truly believe they are happiest in this one. I'm so excited for you guys!

And I'll end with my two favorites.