Alyah walked into the room were her dress was hanging, her mother giving it one final fluff. Alyah’s mom spent hours making her dress from scratch. All the fitting and moments of mom saying make sure you stand still all came to an end and it was finally time for the dress to be put on for the day it was made for. The intricate lace flower stitched to perfection, all the bead work meticulously done was finally going to be put on and worn by the person it was custom made for. The zipper was zipped up and she looked back at her mom. It fit perfect, it looked perfect, it was everything she ever wanted, and she was finally going to get to show her groom.

Rain was to be expected in Cecil lake on their wedding day but the cloud moved and the sun broke through just before the wedding party made their way to the alter. The ceremony was held outside on Amais family farm. The guests they invited were all meaning people in their life and you could tell when they all greeted them in the receiving line after the ceremony. There were lots of meaningful words and joyful tears shared. Amais and Alyah’s love was truly something to relish in. Their love impacted those around them. Their love for each other was so evident but their love for others was just as clear. They were so intentional with meeting those that came to their wedding and thanking them for being there. Their guests were so in love with their love and so was I!  The reception was tastefully decorated with burlap and mason jars, the farm wedding essentials. They made them their own by adding touches of mementos from their relationship. A quilt with empty squares was their guest book so that they would forever be able to wrap themselves in the love from friends and family from the most important day of their lives.

Amais and Alyah, your love is truly stunning. I know that you both will impact lives around you and share your whole heart with who ever is open to it. I will always remember your wedding day as a day that wasn’t just for you to but for those who were apart of your day. You took time to love on everyone that was there and made sure everyone felt like their presence was meaningful to you. It was a joy to see both your hearts for each other come together. I know that you both will do amazing things together and I am so blessed to be able to watch. I wish you both the best with your next steps in life, loving each other and loving others.