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Sami + Ryan | Snowy and Romantic Winter Wedding | Lincoln, NE

It was always Disney Princess Land in Sami’s world. From the time she was little, she was this bright, beautiful, bubbly girl, who brought joy to every person she met. To this day, she is a strong, dedicated, hardworking, joyful, bright light for the world. When I met with them for the first time, I felt like I had just made a new friend, and I could not wait to be a part of their day. Thats the thing about Sami and Ryan. They’re the kind of people you can’t help but want to be around. They make you happy.

December 19, 2020

They were so excited to have this big celebration with all their friends and family, and EVERYONE they knew was looking forward to their big day. So while Sami was trying to finish clinicals and graduate and get a job, and then a pandemic got thrown into the mix, my heart broke for her. There was so much hurry up and wait throughout the entire year of 2020, and it was just so hard to know what to do.

As their big day got closer, Sami and Ryan had to make the incredibly tough decision to celebrate their day with only their immediate families and wedding party. 35 people max. Then then would have a big celebration the following year when it’s safe again.

This game plan for their wedding day was far from the perfect day that they had been dreaming about. This was NOT Disney Princess Land. But as it turns out, this was so much better. Because this was Reality. And this was the day she got to marry her high school sweetheart, the love of her life.

As I was editing Sami and Ryan’s wedding, I teared up so many times. I don’t know if I’ve every seen someone so excited to finally be marrying their best friend. I mean, I know it was like 8 years in the making, but these two… these two were SO EXCITED ALL DAY! From the moment they saw each other, to the letters to each other talking about how ready they were for this day and all their future dreams, to the tight hand squeeze and silent squeal of excitement during their ceremony when future babies were mentioned, to the speeches that were given at their dinner. The entire day was an intimate reflection of the gentle, joyful, and genuine love between Sami and Ryan.

As you look through their day, I hope it brings you a sense of joy. I hope it makes you FEEL. Because after a year like 2020, we could all use a happily every after.

Sami and Ryan, I am so thankful that our paths crossed and you trusted me to document this imperfectly perfect day. Heres to all the adventures to come! I can’t wait to celebrate with you again this year!

Much Love,

Gabby

The Creative Team

Hair: Brooke at Hairingtons - Lincoln, NE • Makeup: Acacia Linn Aesthetics - Lincoln, NE • Dress: Nebraska Bridal - Wahoo, NE • Bridesmaids Dresses: Azazie • Tuxes: Tip Top Tux - Lincoln, NE • Rings: Elder Jewelry and Sartor Hamon • Flowers: Made by the Bride! • Cupcakes: Sherri - Waverly, NE • Church: St. Joseph’s Catholic Church • Reception Venue and catering: The Venue Cornhusker Room • Photographer: Gabby of Sonnenblume Studios • Second Shooter: Alecia of Alecia Amber Photo • Videography: Katie Janky Multimedia

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Ashley + Ben | Winter Wonderland Wedding | Lincoln, NE

December 12, 2020

Getting married in Nebraska in December is a gamble. You have no idea whether you’re going to have a 60 degree day with some warm sunshine, or a straight up blizzard. You just don’t know. But on December 11, 2020, the snow started to fall, and what we woke up to the next morning was the perfect winter wonderland. A little bit of sunshine, no wind, and just the right amount of snow to feel like this day was straight out of a fairytale. The absolute perfect December day for a winter wedding.

Ashley and Ben’s day didn’t just look like a fairytale, it felt like one, too. From the sparkle in her dress to the way he dipped her for a kiss on the way out of the church, every detail and moment felt magical. As the minister retold the story of how they met, and how they fell in love, I found myself laughing along with a full heart. And as I watched both of their parents with their arms around each other, and their grandparents cozied up together watching Ashley and Ben say “I Do”, I found myself tearing up a little and thinking just how lucky are they to be surrounded by so much love. Generations of love.

A few years back, Ashley was getting ready to leave for a year long internship in Texas. Just three weeks before her moving, there was this boy at a party who made really good margaritas, and she ended up staying later than she had planned. Those margaritas must have really been bomb, because a couple years later, on a cruise with her family, Ben finally popped the question!

The moment that really got me on their wedding day. was something that happened in the morning. Ashely’s mom gave her a special ring as her something borrowed and something blue. You see, that cruise that Ben proposed on was a family vacation celebrating Ashley’s parents anniversary. That ring was the ring that her dad gave her mom on that cruise as an anniversary gift. HOW SPECIAL IS THAT!?

Throughout Ashley and Ben’s day, I saw so much love and I felt so much love. I always ask my couple what they love about each other, because I feel like it brings me so much closer to their story and allows me to tell it more genuinely. Ashley told me how down to Earth and caring Ben is, and Ben told me how sassy Ashley is. (he also said she’s caring and kind, and beautiful) I also always ask about a perfect day together. Ashley’s perfect day includes a load back day together, maybe on a porch or by a pool, grilling out, and definitely with a dog. Ben agreed (but also included that spontaneous trips are fun, too). Their day may not have been warm, but it was definitely laid back. It was filled with love, and patience and it couldn’t have been more perfect. The best part is, now Ashley and Ben get to share their love for generations, too.

Ashley and Ben, I cannot thank you enough enough for trusting me with their special day. Just being near your love makes my heart happy, and I’m sure it has the same effect on everyone else around you, too. So here’s to warm weather, good margaritas, and getting a dog! Cheers to you, Mr. & Mrs. Serr!