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When you zoom in you can see specks of rain. It was POURING down and I remember letting out an involuntary cry when a particularly strong wind came through and slapped our backs with freezing salt water. Cold doesn’t quite describe it.
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Luke and I snuggled into one another and laughed each time the wind and water hit. My teeth chattered like cray and we reached for each other to remove strands of hair, adjusting each other for shot after shot. This is one of the best parts of my job- getting to work with Luke and make beautiful memories- rain or shine.
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Photos: @melissaflorianophoto

Workshop Host: @kylajeanettephoto + @dominican_elizabeth @dkm_media_

MUAH: @yurgirlken

Dress: @willowbywatters from @aandbe_portland
Flowers: @wildflower_portland
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#couplegoals #portlandwedding #portlandcouple #canonbeach #beachcouple #beachwedding #couplegoals #bestcouples #weddinginspiration #willowbywatters

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Don’t tell Luke I did this shoot with #MathewMcConaughey @officiallymcconaughey 💁🏽‍♀️😉
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📸: @makalaraiphotos
Workshop Host: @kylajeanettephoto + @dominican_elizabeth @dkm_media_

MUAH: @yurgirlken

Dress: @willowbywatters from @aandbe_portland
Flowers: @wildflower_portland
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Shop my look + shop dresses up to 60% off!! Wearing @michaelcostello X @revolve http://liketk.it/2JunT #liketkit @liketoknow.it
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SINGLE MOMS & BLENDED FAMILIES: How do we navigate all these new roles as caretakers, partners and women of faith? I was a single mom for years before Ella and I met this cutie here at church one day...
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Months previous, I remember sobbing for a stretch of several nights after a particularly difficult breakup, wondering if God would ever lead me to a new life partner. I wondered at my value, “love-ability” and baggage. It’s heartbreaking to experience any loss, but the weight of guilt we carry when children are involved sometimes feels unbearable. Any single moms out there feel me?
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I haven’t shared too much about all of this, because at the time, I hadn’t experienced the full walkthrough yet, you know? I hadn’t gained my 2020 vision that you earn only by living and walking through a certain season yourself. Anyhow, I’d love to share more on my experiences in that season of life for those who are interested. Perhaps a full blog post with some Q & A’s? Please drop your questions in the comments below. 🙏🏼❤️
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STILL NOT OUR REAL WEDDING 👰🏻🤵 Apologies for the all-caps, but these #weddingstyle shoots keep throwing everyone for a loop. 🤪🤣
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1. Yes, we did make it official and signed our marriage license, in order to honor our Christian values.
2. We wanted to save up and plan for a REAL wedding 💒 late this summer.
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This captivating shot is by the lovely @melissaflorianophoto who made absolute magic out of this stormy, drenched shoot day! We faced such harsh wind, the photos had to turn around to prevent salty wind from blinding them and scratching their lenses. If you zoom in you can see that both Luke and I are drenched through and through. 💦
Workshop Host: @kylajeanettephoto + @dominican_elizabeth @dkm_media_

MUAH: @yurgirlken

Dress: @willowbywatters from @aandbe_portland
Flowers: @wildflower_portland
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Got dressed up for a little girls night. Wearing my FAVORITE gown designer- @michaelcostello from @revolve 💚💚 #revolveme

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Luke was like, “Babe, I’m totally not gonna look back. That’s weird.”
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Found his limit. 🤪❤️ #LukeAndLavenda #bloggerstyle #bloggerlifestyle

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In the midst of our crazy move from one home in North Portland to our new one in SouthEast, Luke and I threw in a little beach shoot. 🤪

In all seriousness, it was a work thing for me; We modeled for a traveling photography workshop that ended up being a treasure trove of adventurers!! It poured down on us most of the shoot, which included two bridal dresses and this look here. However, we focused on one another and smiled as the wind whipped salty rain across our backs. We stood close for warmth against the elements, as the photographers paused to hug themselves in their raincoats.
The day paints a beautiful picture of marriage as God designed it: an exclusive, loyal partnership that leads us closer to Him, and a mirror of Gods covenant with us. ✨ Because you better believe that the storms will come and they will threaten to wear you down, beat at your heart with every irritation, failure and hardship- pushing you to see your partner as the enemy, or see your partner as God sees them- deserved of love and grace.

And I can assure you, God is the most gracious King and father. Marriage is one of the only modern covenants entered into, not only as a commitment with our spouse, but also with God. And just as He promises to offer mercy new every morning; Just as He promises to forgive every misstep, mean thought or horrific deed we’ve ever done or will do- we are called to be merciful, forgiving, meek, gentle and kind. “We love Him because He first loved us.” And what a beautiful commission we accept, to model this same love to our own human each and every day.
Just a reminder to myself and anyone else out there who may need to hear this today: we are imperfect beings. We also will fail and frustrate our partners. We are not called to perfection, but called to repentance. In our weakness, God WILL be strong for us.
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Photo: @caseyjphotos
Workshop Host: @kylajeanettephoto + @dominican_elizabeth @dkm_media_

MUAH: @yurgirlken

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Leopard Cardigans starting at $40 (so many sales) +a new blog post. http://liketk.it/2IVy1 #liketkit @liketoknow.it
GETTING THROUGH TOUGH TIMES in your relationship: NEW on the blog. Difficulties in our relationships come up ALL the time. In our marriages, relationships, friendship, etc. What do we do when faced with what feels like unbearable injustice, unfair treatment and loneliness?

I shared a blog post a couple months back about facing adversity- essentially facing difficulties in a close relationship- to which MANY of you responded. It reminded me not only that I am not alone in these struggles, but that many of struggle and grasp for truth in these times. So, what is TRUTH? What kind of treatment do we “PUT UP WITH” and how do we define a LOVING RESPONSE in these moments?
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Head to the blog for some practical biblical advice that will get your through today and tomorrow. #godisgoodallthetime
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Will be on set today, so follow along on stories for some BTS! Then we move into our new house, so apologies for the lack of new content so far this month! 🙈🤪

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NEWSSSSS! 🚨 For those who missed my blog post and were scratching their heads after yesterday’s post- Here it is, straight from the blog:
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Luke and I are SO excited to finally let the cat out of the bag: While we have begun planning a big, family WEDDING for SUMMER, 2020- we have a little secret to share: we have already officially tied the knot!! We wanted to make it official with a marriage-certificate, signing party for two reasons; Firstly, because of our Christian faith and secondly, to set an example and a place marker for our girls who became a blended family right afterward. While we did create a special day of our certificate-signing, we are all looking forward to an old fashion wedding celebration that includes all of our family and closest friends this summer.”
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PS It’s been almost hilarious trying to explain to everyone what the heck we’ve been planning, since Luke and I have modeled for quite a few #WeddingStyle and #EngagementStyle shoots this year. (We’re modeling for another one on Tuesday actually!) I think every styled shoot we’ve done has solicited confused congrats 🍾🎉 🤪 But it will be SO special to plan the real thing with an official gown, band, dancing- the whole thing! Most importantly, we are dying to celebrate our love and commitment with all the friends and family who couldn’t make it to the signing. 🥂✨
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Photographer: @baileavesphotography
Makeup & Hair: @beforever.glamorous
Flowers: @laurapopan & @veronikabuliga
Dress 1: @vicidolls Dress 2: @adriannapapell
Tux: @theblacktux
Rings: @everlyrings
Cake Tower: @saintcupcakepdx #portlandbride #brideandgroom #laceweddingdress #portlandwedding

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