Heather & Leith: Engaged!

It was her first day. With a family move to Apex, NC, in the middle of Junior year, Heather found herself entering the uncharted waters of a brand new high school. What she couldn't have known was that Leith, the dear friend she met on that first day, would one day ask her to be his forever.

The buds of the high school romance didn't immediately bloom. Though Leith asked Heather to accompany him to prom senior year, they had an amazing time -- but Heather wasn't ready for a relationship. According to Heather, "he liked me more than I liked him." It seemed that their friendship was to be nothing more, and when graduation came and went, the two friends gradually lost touch.

Separated by years apart, lives lived, and Heather's time spent teaching in Nicaragua, it wasn't until Heather's sister -- on a mission to get Heather "caught up" with the 21st century -- encouraging Heather to get a Facebook page and reconnect with old friends -- that Heather and Leith once again found each other. Much like the long-term friendship that started on one fateful first day, Heather and Leith's first date, an extended session of laughter, conversation, and connection, was also a fateful first. They haven't left each other's side since.

And so, to announce their joyous news to friends and family, Heather asked us if we'd consider a quick shoot to grab "just one" good shot for their announcements. Somewhere between Leith's amazing blue eyes (seriously -- we did NOT have to touch these up!), Heather's infectious smile, and a "tickle-fight" or two (can we say semi-pro grass wrestling out of love?!), we snagged more than a few that we loved! As they prepare for their intimate wedding ceremony this summer (sadly, we'll be in India by then ...), we were more than honored to contribute in some small way.

Congratulations Heather and Leith -- may God continue to bless you in all that you do! Without further ado, meet Heather & Leith!!!








Leith "explains" to Heather how to tell the left hand from the right (the left hand makes an "L" shape, in case you don't know the trick!) At any rate, we're pretty sure it was only a distraction to get a kiss :)



And yes ... about that tickle fight ...



Tickling can be tiring, but Heather and Leith still look beautiful ... this one was our favorite ...



Congratulations, again, you two! We can't wait to hear about the wedding and see you again!