Olivia & Jack's Wedding . Juliette Chapel and Events . Atlanta Wedding Photographer

My darling Jack, we couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding day. We gazed in amazement as a forecast of thunderstorms transformed into the most brilliant June evening. God was looking out for us, just like I know He will for all of our days to come.

Now, the Big Day is behind us, our honeymoon is over, and I am finding that everyday life with you is just as spectacular, if not even better. I am more in love with you than ever before, and I can't wait to take on this life together as one. Endlessly, always, and forever, your Liv.

Liv,

Everything’s changed and nothing's changed. I actually quite like that, Sometimes I look at you and think yeah that's my best friend partner that I take every day with, and other times my whole spirit sees you and knows that you are my wife and that is something beyond special. We make sense and this continues to make sense. All I know, with every day that comes, is that you are the one for me. I have no doubt in my mind. I am just so excited for our life together. Whether that be exploring a new country, raising children, or simply sharing a coffee. Every little bit just gets me pumped for living. I love you Olivia Coning.

-Jack

Liv, What crossed your mind after you said "I Will"!? 

After saying "I Will," I remember feeling both the weight and grandeur of the promise that I have just made and the confidence and pride I had to be the one to uphold it. 

Liv, what was the highlight of your wedding day?

One of the biggest highlights of our day was the ceremony and seeing Jack for the first time that day as I was walking up the aisle. Everything from Jack's dad reading a special poem, to reading our personal vows, to taking communion and worshipping before being prayed over by our close family and friends, to dancing out of the chapel to Labyrinth— I wouldn't have changed a thing. Our officiant, my cousin, did SUCH a stunning job with his role. After we got back outside, my good friend and boss Tori, who flew all the way from Seattle to attend, ran over to me and gave me a huge hug with tears streaming down her face and just said something like "He meant it. Did you see it in his eyes? He meant every word." (taking about jack) - Liv

Jack, what was the highlight of your wedding day?

I mean this is so hard I feel like I have a whole highlight reel from that night. How do I choose from, you know, marrying my dream girl or seeing Desi (little 11-year-old cousin) break it down on the dance floor or watching the band absolutely nail Kiwi - Harry Styles or my Dad give an absolutely heart-melting speech. If I really had to choose though, the end of the ceremony comes to mind. Hearing "Jack, you may now kiss your bride", kissing her, No Ordinary - Labrinth playing, family and friends cheering, seeing all their smiling/crying faces, realizing that I'm married, walking down the aisle squeezing hands and sharing grins, hand in hand with my wife. Yeah. That was the highlight of our wedding night. - Jack

What was the most special part of the whole day?

Liv— Ahhh how could I choose! I really loved sneaking away to the property across the street for some photos and video footage while everyone else was dancing. It was so nice to be able to escape the noise and just be with Jack in a more quiet, intimate setting. I will never forget witnessing the most amazing sunset and we ran around with Aline and Mihai as they captured the most beautiful, creative shots of Jack and I.

Another super special moment was hearing my sister give her maid of honor speech. Ivy just blew me away with her words and they touched my heart like nothing I have ever heard before. I will always remember running over to her and hugging her with tears streaming down both of our faces.

The last one I'll talk about was the surprise mother-daughter dance I had with my mom. During the whole wedding planning season, she would always say things like "mothers of the bride don't get anything special" and so I knew I had to do something to honor her. We just held each other and swayed to "My Wish" by Rascal Flatts and I'll never forget it.

A special constant throughout the day was my relationship with Liv's sisters and her parents. It was clear that something had changed. Those smiles were a little wider, the hugs were a little longer, and they just truly felt like my family through and through. I've loved them like my sisters for years now but hearing them call me brother even in a jokey way warmed my heart like crazy. I'd do anything for them and I think it all just felt properly natural on the day. - Jack

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Jack, what crossed your mind when you saw Liv walking down the aisle?

What was I thinking? Everything and nothing if that makes sense. Nothing because I was just blown away and stunned, simply watching the moment. Everything because my life and the only thing that would ever be truly important was laid out in front of me. I couldn't believe I was there. My heart was leaping out of my chest, she's so cool, I was so excited to have a life together. Also, she's really really hot.

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