Kathleen doesn’t strike me as the type to get teary about many things. But I love how wedding days are always, always the exception to that kind of rule. She was fine- calm and collected- until she looked at her mom, right after the wedding dress went on. And then again, as she walked into the church and laid eyes on Ryan as he waited for her at the end of the aisle. The best kind of tears are the ones that come from a place of joy, from knowing you’ve found the one in whom your soul delights. From knowing that the only thing standing between you finally being husband and wife are a few short sentences, a couple of rings, and the biggest promise you’ve ever made.

Ryan & Kathleen, your wedding day was such an honor. It’s always an privilege to photograph a wedding, but to do so for someone I’ve known since freshman year of high school, it was especially joyous! Kathleen- I’ve never seen Ryan with a smile as big as when he looks at you, girl. Seeing how crazy he is over you is so encouraging! Ryan- buddy, you’ve found an incredible best friend in Kathleen. I can’t wait to see you both cheer each other on through the next chapters of your life, through Nationals’ world titles (fingers crossed) and Redskins losses (fingers crossed on that, too). The best of wishes to you both!

Ryan, don’t kill me for including this. It was just so classic!