Melissa & Kevin were recently married on one of the most beautiful days of the year.

Starting off at Melissa’s childhood home in Ridgefield Connecticut –  we then set off to their full Catholic Mass Wedding Ceremony at Our Holy Family in New Rochelle.

After the ceremony we stopped at New Rochelle High School for photos- then onward to their reception at the VIP Country Club also in New Rochelle.

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I loved Melissa’s expression and her reaction to opening Kevin’s gift…”It’s us!”

Precious Moments “Magically ever After” figurine.

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Seems as though Madison has learned young,  the importance of face fanning in order to  keep one’s cool… as wedding days can be overwhelming… even for the Flower girl .

She did a great job!

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Vienna was no exception either…hanging with Melissa’s Dad carrying on conversation.

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Mom’s turn for face fanning… =)

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Melissa’s Dad… so proud – a very happy moment indeed!

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So much love and such  heartfelt sentiment as Melissa gifted her Mom & Dad with personalized presents before the wedding.

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Driving  to Melissa’s house in Ridgefield Connecticut,  I noticed that the quaint town was lined with scenic stone walls throughout.

When I saw that one of these  rustic walls was in Melissa’s backyard I placed her bouquet there for a photo.

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I love when parents decorate their home for the wedding!

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As a surprise to Melissa, Kevin hired these trumpet players to greet her arrival to the church.

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This is the face of a groom that is so in love and elated to marry his beautiful bride!

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Kevin cannot stop admiring his bride and I love Melissa’s expression!

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I love these first moments as husband and wife…

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Both beaming with joy… Melissa smiles at her Dad as Kevin looks down at the wedding ring that he placed on her finger.

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I love how deeply Melissa and Kevin honor and love their parents.

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New Rochelle High School is such a picturesque campus.

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“But there’s a full moon risin’ ~ Let’s go dancin’ in the light…” – Neil Young

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The VIP Country Club in New Rochelle has this gorgeous location for photos by the water.

The last few minutes before sunset,  the light was warm and beautiful.
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The sun was setting as we finished family formals  right before the cocktail hour.

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What a crew! Love these kids – being led by the pip of the century!

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Melissa & Kevin, thank you for choosing me to photograph your “Happily Ever After”.

It was an absolute joy spending the day with you  – celebrating with your family and friends.

May you cherish each other forever.

Wishing you ever so much love always.