Melissa & Matt | Happy Days Lodge Wedding

Melissa and Matt are complete goofballs. And I loved every minute of their wedding because they were SO joyful, kind and hilarious the whole day. Even when it monsooned and the ceremony had to be moved inside. That, friends, is when you know that you are marrying the right person and you're focused more on the journey of marriage than on the perfect details of your one wedding day.

I just have to share this one quote from Melissa because it perfectly encompasses the  goofiness and respect these two have for each other:

"Matt is so funny, and we will probably never stop laughing. He doesn't take life too seriously … and he has this ability to make everyone around him feel so special and loved and welcomed."

That is truth right there. Melissa and Matt, you two are really, really special, and I am so incredibly honored to have photographed your day. Keep laughing and keep cuddling your cats. :D

Ceremony and Reception: Happy Days Lodge Event Design and Stationery: Baci Designer Wedding Coordinator: Oak & Honey Events Videographer: JFray Productions Florist: A Bouquet Studio Cake and Cupcakes: A Cupcake a Day Appetizers: Pierogi Lady Caterer: Old Carolina Barbecue DJ: Something New Entertainment Hair and Makeup: Studio MC Bride's Dress: Maggie Sottero, Abbott's Bride's Shoes: Badgley Mischka Bridemaids' Dresses: Alfred Angelo

Michelle & Evan | Club at Hillbrook Wedding

Michelle and Evan's wedding day was as unique as they are. From the gorgeous handmade and personalized chuppah to the random rain shower that ended as quickly as it came to the lottery tickets that each guest received as a favor, it was a beautiful wedding to photograph.

Both Michelle and Evan are extremely insightful, have big hearts and are devoted to each other and their families. It was beautiful to witness them joining their lives together. Congrats, you guys!

I always LOVE to photograph weddings at the Club at Hillbrook. This place is gorgeous and all the nooks and crannies are so fun to photograph.

Ceremony and Reception: Club at Hillbrook Florist: Blooms by Plantscaping Cake: Wild Flour Bakery Band: Bluewater Kings Band Hair and Makeup: Haley Lloyd Honeymoon: Vietnam!

Amber & Jeff | Glidden House Cleveland Wedding

Amber and Jeff's wedding was breathtakingly gorgeous from start to finish. No detail was left undone at their Garden Party-themed wedding, and every guest came donned in a bow tie, floppy hat or pearls.

These two made sure their day was intimate and cozy and personal. I felt it from the minute I met Amber and Jeff at the spa that morning. They worked hard to include me and make me feel like a special part of the day; I can only imagine that their guests felt well-loved from start to finish.

Amber and Jeff, I've adored getting to know you over the last year. You both have the biggest hearts! I'm looking forward to grabbing that brunch at Fire. ;)

Ceremony and Reception: Glidden House Florist: Vase to Vase Cake: White Flower Band: RadioActive Hair & Makeup: Lindsay London Bride's Dress: Divine Atelier, Bella Bleu Bridal Bride's Shoes: Gianvito Rossi Groom's Tux: Hugo Boss Rings: Wanderlust Jewelers Vintage Rentals: Borrow Rentals Ice Cream: Piccadilly Creamery Honeymoon: Ireland!

Rachel & Pat | Gervasi Vineyard Wedding

In case you forget Rachel and Pat's story, let me recap it for you: They both traveled (separately) to the Kentucky Derby from Cleveland and met for the first time while surrounded by hats, bow ties, and lots of horses. Crazy, right? It's kinda unbelievable that they had mutual friends, had never met before and say they "probably never would have met otherwise."

I've admittedly only known these two together, but I can't imagine either with anyone else. They're both so selfless, generous and extremely thoughtful. They both constantly have smiles on their faces and are so sweet with each other and everyone around them. And I don't think it's coincidence that their families are equally as great. I loved photographing this summer vineyard wedding. Rachel and Pat, you guys are the best. For real.

Ceremony: St. Paul Catholic Church Reception: Gervasi Vineyard Videographer: Anthony Codispoti Florist: Flowers by Shelley Cake: West Side Bakery DJ: TKO Entertainment Hair Stylist: Shannon Hammond Makeup Artist: Teresa Rassi Bride's Dress: Mori Lee AF Couture, Henri's Cloud Nine Bridesmaids' Dresses: Alfred Sung Honeymoon: Mexico!