Robert and Alexis | Wahclella Falls Elopement
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Well, as of September 6th, our baby boy Samson was born, and he has been our favorite ever since. In the middle of all that, I came down with bronchitis the day after we shot our last wedding before our baby break. Then I kindly gave that bronchitis to Susannah who then had to birth a baby in the process. (#strongmama) Then just last week, when we were finally feeling better, I woke up with a pain in my side only to find out I had an appendicitis. (insert sad face). My first thought after this news was, "how am I gonna shoot my weddings this weekend?!" After being released from the hospital on Tuesday, somehow God gave me strength to hike into Wahclella Falls and do a small elopement wedding (on Thursday). Thanks to pain meds and help from Justin Katigbak (bag-holding savior and second shooter). I couldn't miss this adorable couple and the chance at a nice day in the Gorge, even if that meant holding my belly at times so I didn't bust open a stitch.
These two were a joy to work with. Susannah and I pinch our selves daily after working with some of the coolest people--we can't believe we have a job we enjoy so much. It's not every job I would risk going back to work a few days after an appendectomy. I would call in sick. :)
The long walk in with all the gear, dress, and provisions. Nothing like getting ready outside!
Her dress was fantastic! She called me and asked if I thought a big long dress would look good in pictures. All I said was "as long as you're okay with walking around in it, I could not be more game!" The skirt was so lightweight and airy, that the wind did some really cool things! I think I told her to "pretend to be batman" for these photos.
