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After weeks of being cooped up in our house through COVID-19, we escaped to the beach for some much-needed sunshine, fresh air, and sand between our toes! Check out our farmstead stay and time in the gulf.
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A letter to my husband on his 25th birthday. Wow, 25 years old, Drew!! You getting old is making me feel less like a kid, rather robbed of my youth. Lucky I’ve still got some of mine left but I think at this point, you’re SOL. I can’t lie, this is harder to write than […]
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An early spring engagement session in Peoria, Illinois. These two are one of our September 2020 couples and we are so excited for their big day!
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Peoria, IL Wedding, Event, & Small Business Graphic Designer | Vendor Highlights After working with KJ Creative Co. for a styled shoot I put together last summer, I knew she one of the tops on my list to highlight her business. She is so easy to work with, brings amazing creativity and insight to any […]
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Ahhhh, the news is finally out! Baby Taphorn #3 is scheduled to arrive September 2020. Yes, it’s a BOY! We are excited, overwhelmed, anxious, you name it… But Baby Taphorn #3 (we really need a new nickname for ya), we just cannot wait to meet you later this year. Here is our announcement vid: Since […]
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Peoria, Illinois Bridal Boutique | Vendor Highlights Cloud Nine is a bridal boutique in Peoria, Illinois. Their goal focuses on giving their brides a unique and memorable experience as they say “Yes!” to their dream dress. For many brides, choosing a wedding dress is more than just what they are wearing on their big day. […]
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A cozy engagement session at Ewing Manor on a dreary winter morning. We can’t wait for Sean + Lauren’s wedding day this September!
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Let me just start by saying that everything about this day was simple, romantic, and centered around love. That’s what made this winter wedding so special.
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Last night, for the last time, I put you to bed as our precious little two-year-old. This morning, when I wake you, you’ll officially be three! It doesn’t even seem real… three whole years of knowing and loving you unlike any other. I can’t lie and say that I didn’t sit up in bed crying […]
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This courthouse wedding brought me all of the feels. These two are so near and dear to my heart and I’m so glad they decided to tie the knot early!
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We started off 2020 with a trip to Nashville, Tennessee! Check out our day full of touristy fun!
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