scenes from the (independence day) weekend.

this weekend was made of new memories. the weather was glorious and we were spoiled with having nick home for three whole days. i feel like, in a lot of ways, it was a glimpse of the start of a whole new season for us. a season of (relatively) good health and sweet littles and love and life and joy. we explored downtown, ate good food, laughed with good friends, stayed up late, and thoroughly enjoyed each other. god is so kind.

for now, here are just a few (very high-quality if i might add) photos from our first family fireworks.

the kids had a blast. we love this city.

till next time (and that will be soon, i promise).

love.

wedding weekend v.2.

it was a busy holiday weekend for us. and it started with another wedding on friday evening. the whole thing was beautiful--the newly named mr. & mrs. included.

congratulations jon & elizabeth!

i stole this photo from the lovely christi. thanks, girl. <3  

the reception was gorgeous. i'm kicking myself that i didn't take a picture of the whole thing. but you can get an idea. oh, and i'm pretty sure i almost ate my weight in food. it was amazing.

yes. there was an ice cream bar. filled with local ice cream. i may have had two cones.

nick did a photo booth for them. it was fun. though, his usually are.

this cutie was my replacement date. get it? because my man was busy doing what he does. 

he was super busy, but he did take a few minutes for me.

good thing he's so cute.

love.