Engagement in the Orchard {Portland Family Photographer}

Its no secret that I love to take pictures. And even more so, to get the privilege of documenting a family's milestones, one by one. This beautiful family is the realization of that love: I've been blessed to photograph a glowing pregnancy, a precious newborn, and the wonder of a 3-month old baby.

Kimberly and I had excitedly anticipated the 6-month Fall portraits, planning to do them in a gorgeous apple orchard at one of my favorite farms. We discussed outfits, planned a few ideas, and set to meet at the barn on a mild Sunday afternoon.

"I'm SOOOO excited!" Her last text to me read, as I drove along the back country roads to meet them.

I laughed aloud to myself, "YOU'RE EXCITED? If only you knew!"

You see, there was just a bit more to the plan.

Just a week prior, I had received a call from Wyatt, who was wanting to surprise Kimberly in asking her to marry him. Totally unsuspecting of our plot, it was his perfect plan to propose in the middle of their family photos. Complete with her grandmother's heirloom diamond, set in a new ring just in time, he got his joyous answer, with lots of laughter and tears.

Now this would have been fun as it is, but because it was for Kimberly, I could hardly contain myself. There's no one more deserving of a guy like Wyatt than Kimberly. She's admirably selfless, never ceasing to put others' needs in front of her own. She's got a heart the size of Texas, and quite possibly, one of the most thoughtful people that I know. Her energy is contagious, in a simple email, she can turn around a day like no one can, and with nothing more than her true self. She's the friend, daughter, mom, and encourager that we all strive to be, yet can hardly come close in comparison.

We can now add bride to that list. And I can't think of any more beautiful.

Wyatt and Kim, I've loved every moment of watching your family grow. I wish you both a lifetime of happiness!