Danielle + Jason :: Engagement

When Danielle walked into the room of our very first meeting, it was as if she instantly lit up the room with her presence and smile. As soon as she sat down and started telling me about her big day, I knew I was going to like her! By the time our meeting was over, I had a major crush on her! Her personality and outlook on life was everything I could ever hope to aspire to be and I was completely thrilled she invited me into her life to document her and Jason’s love story. As time has passed since our first meeting, I have only grown to adore her more and more and after shooting their engagement session, I felt even more privileged and blessed just to even have met such an amazing couple. These two people are truly beautiful inside and out and I am SO VERY honored to be a part of their lives. I cannot wait for the big day in a few months!

Danielle sent me the following email this morning after viewing her engagement pictures. As if I didn’t adore Jason and Danielle already, this story made me fall in love with them more. Get the Kleenex ready!

Courtney,
I just looked at the pictures and they are amazing!!!!! I have some absolute favorites that I just can not stop looking at!! You are so talented and have such an amazing gift. I never mentioned this to you but when Jason was 5 years old he was diagnosed with leukemia. He relapsed when he was 16 years old and was given 3 weeks to live unless he underwent a bone marrow transplant. Even with the surgery he had a 40% chance of survival. I truly believe that God kept Jason here on earth for me to meet and for others to get the pleasure of knowing a true angel. I have never met someone that has such a great outlook on life. When I look at these pictures…I can’t help but think of Jason’s story and how lucky I am to not only have met him but to spend the rest of my life with him. I feel like I am marrying not only my best friend but a true survivor. I tend to focus on the things that really don’t matter at times and it’s so great having Jason in my life to point out what truly does. I think that we all take things for granted. We look at the glass half empty in a lot of situations. Jason has taught me that every breath is precious and every moment is worth capturing. Thanks so much for capturing ours.
-Danielle

…and that folks, is why I love what I do. I am so blessed by my amazing clients who inspire me every single day.

These 2 are truly in love.

I LOVE the expression on Jason’s face here – so mischievous.

Danielle & Jason both kept trying to convince me that they aren’t photogenic and they had no idea how I was going to make them look good. Ummm, PUH-lease!!! Can someone slap them for me? As IF. They worked it like pros.

Danielle – you are so beautiful!

They make the most perfect couple!

Danielle and Jason, thank you SO much for inviting me to be a part of your special day, but more importantly, your lives. I heart you both!