I’ve known Roxie for several years.  One of the first things I remember about her is finding out that we share the same middle name: Lorae.  It’s not a common name and neither of us had ever met someone else who shared it.  That was our first common bond.  We developed a great friendship during our 3 months together in Columbus, Ohio before we both separately went overseas.  Roxie always has a kind word and a genuine smile, not to mention the most heartfelt laughter you’ve ever heard.  You won’t meet a kinder soul.

I was both honored and thrilled when she asked me to photograph her wedding.  I had not yet met her fiance, but I knew that he would be an exceptional man to have snagged Roxanne Lorae.

They had a beautiful wedding.  It was typical humid Kansas weather, but the entire bridal party were super troopers and smiled through the sweat.  It was a beautiful blue sky, puffy cloud kind of a day.

Roxie & Dave, thank you for trusting me with this responsibility!  I had so much fun.  I wish you a world of happiness as you’ve begun a new phase of life together.  The love in your eyes for each other was overflowing and your faces were simply beaming.  You are a beautiful, sweet couple.  Congratulations!

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