If this looks like a super fun wedding, you’re right.

I’d just like to state for the record that before 2020 necessitated the shifting of wedding plans, I’ve always been a firm believer in the power of a backyard wedding. Shelby + Kyle’s wedding on one perrrrfectly glorious October Saturday only furthers that feeling.

This may read like My Favorite Things by Julie Andrews but I want you to set it to the tune of The Best by Tina Turner.
(Then turn that mental hum up reeeeal loud when the couple makes their grand entrance into their reception, as that was the song we were all cheering, clapping, and jamming to.)

I wonder when Nils and his family moved into this house years ago if they ever imagined that he’d grow up to marry his dream girl Kayla in the backyard? Because that’s exactly what happened last month.

Thanksgiving in August.
Quite perfect, really.

There’s just something…

I have about 273 wonderful things to say about this day.
Here’s a couple.
(Plus a cute newly married couple. ;) )

A few months back, I started a gratitude journal. It’s a straightforward premise where you reflect on all that you’re thankful for, jotting it down on the daily to cultivate contentment in your life. It’s the mindset I brought to Jalissa and Zach’s wedding, and the one I’m about to carry over into the blog.

Ya ready?
(This is gonna be a good one, I can feel it.)

I AM THANKFUL FOR: