When this sweet couple asked me to photograph their nuptial Mass, I felt honored. They met through their involvement with SPO, so I knew it was a beautiful fit.

I loved their colors which included shades of wisteria. Aren't the dresses for the bridal party beautiful?

Stolen moments with mom before the first look with all the girls...I'm not crying you're crying!

First look with all the girls!

 Before heading to the church, all the girls took time to pray over bride before heading to church. Come Holy Spirt.

Meanwhile, the groom and his guys were already at the church "getting ready"...

After everyone was dressed and ready, they, too, prayed before heading downstairs to church.

The bride and groom included the beautiful symbolism of a lasso--or el Lazo--a rosary shaped in a figure 8 that is draped over the bride and groom's shoulders, placed by a mentor couple, during their wedding Mass. A symbol of unity and lifelong commitment to each other.

So beautiful...it was as if time stood still in these moments as they prayed.

Here is the lasso up close.

And here...

Such an intimate, beautiful detail!

Can we talk a minute about their reception? Look at her dress! Simply elegant. It was such a fun party!

Wait! You didn't have bride and groom crowd-surfing at your wedding reception? 

Or a super cool priest dancing the night away with the groom's uncle and nephews? So fun!

What about the church clap line dance? 

God Bless you on your wedding day, Eric and Esther! I am so honored to celebrate with you both. Thank you for trusting me with your memories!