It seems like just yesterday we were little girls in ponytails and basketball shorts. Time flies and last week Noelle Hilgendorf became Noelle Olmstead on a shining day in Seattle. For me this wedding was more than just a wedding. It was past, present and future; a big reminder of how many amazing people I was so blessed to grow up around in Medford.  We took bridal party and family pictures at Seward Park. As the moments passed I watched all the most special people in Noi and Casey's lives slowly pull into the parking lot to greet them with so much love and support. (If any of you are ever sad, please look at the picture below of Noi's grandma & grandpa kissing her on the cheek - I guarantee it will make you smile!!) Noi had this glow about her the entire day, this perma- grin, like she just knew her life was only going to get more amazing by sharing it all with Casey. Her laugh is infectious and both the bride and grooms' generous attitude made the whole day so sweet - I have no doubt that will carry them toward an awesome future together.

A highlight of the day had to have been at the firehouse. Apparently the firefighter that the girls had cleared taking photos with wasn't there on Saturday - the first look was almost ruined by an angry EMT getting in my face and a burst of sirens. Luckily, we worked it out and they were able to have their moment - as soon as Casey saw her, none of that mattered, nothing else in the world mattered in fact. I'm pretty sure the look on Casey's face when he first saw Noi was the look that all little girls dream we'll get from somebody someday...

The rest of the photos will be out in a couple days, but here are a few to make you smile for now. Thank you to both families for making me feel so loved throughout the whole day. Congratulations you guys!