When we first started photographing anniversary sessions, our main purpose was to provide families with these photos of their parents & grandparents. Photos that would document the honest love, joy, and health of these couples, and that would help them leave their legacy in a way they were proud of. What we quickly realized, however, was that these sessions were impacting FAR more people than just the families they belonged to. We saw that it wasn’t just us who were reaping the reward of experiencing these couples and their stories — and it wasn’t just us who believed that marriages like this were worth believing in and worth fighting for.
Sharing these stories — that might otherwise have been forgotten — has inspired people from all around the country. We believe it’s awoken a desire that we all have deep down: to be fully known & fully loved forever.
“it wasn’t just us who believed that marriages like this were worth believing in & worth fighting for.”
We both have a grandfather on one side of the family that we never really knew. They died when we were young and our memories with those men are extremely faded. What we did have, however, were grandmothers who — even though their husbands had passed long ago — never stopped talking about them. And it has been through our grandmothers that we have gotten to know our late grandfathers. The way they have spoken about their husbands — with such pride & joy & fondness — has shown us that their marriages were the most important thing in their lives. And through those women, the legacy of those marriages has lived on in our own lives.
We are so grateful for our grandmothers & for the ways in which their stories have allowed us glimpses into the relationships they had with our incredible grandfathers. As we imagine it, the only thing better than seeing our grandmother's faces light up when they talk about their husbands, would be if we could also see our grandfather's faces when they would look at their wives. We wish, so badly, that we had photographs of our grandparents together in those years before they passed because we are so inspired by their love stories. And we want to see how they interacted … how they held hands … how they looked at one another.
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Caleb, I know, without a doubt, that I was specifically created to love you. Created to never leave you and to never forsake you. Created to remain faithfully committed to you, through both the good times and the bad times. Today before God, our family, and our friends, I willingly and so excitedly choose you, Caleb Steven Engel. I choose you to be my forever teammate, best friend, and husband.
Married for 65 years
HAROLD LORRIANE
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“The photos will be passed down to next generations in our family for years to come. There’s no doubt that people will be able to feel and be inspired by their love without ever having met them, and that is such a beautiful gift.”
from their granddaughter
I have looked up to my grandparents my entire life. Their selfless love for one another and everyone in their life is admirable. They are always putting others first and deserved to have time for each other to capture that love and commitment to one another. They have told so many incredible stories over their lifetime, but the most captivating is their love story. For my family and I, we will now be able to cherish these timeless photos forever. The photos will serve as a constant reminder to strive for a beautiful marriage filled with love, commitment, and laughter. The photos will be passed down to next generations in our family for years to come. There’s no doubt that people will be able to feel and be inspired by their love without ever having met them, and that is such a beautiful gift.
Married for 74 years
DON PENNY
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“My grandparents are my role models for marriage and building a solid foundation for your family. They have the utmost respect for one another.”
from their granddaughter
My grandparents have always held an extra special meaning to me. They babysat me throughout the years while my parents were away and during that time we developed a deep bond. My grandpa taught me how to be an expert card player. I used to line up all my cards on the floor and tell him that he couldn’t peek. My grandma would have all the ingredients ready for a sweet treat we would bake together. While the goodies were in the oven, we’d play store or dress up. I enjoyed spending time with them, but what I didn’t appreciate as a young girl is that I was also learning how to love.
My grandparents are my role models for marriage and building a solid foundation for your family. They have the utmost respect for each other and they always put one another and family first. Life has thrown them challenges, but they always seem to overcome them with grace and wisdom gained. Gifting them with an anniversary session was an obvious choice for me. I can only hope that my husband and I are also able to celebrate 74 years of marriage one day!
As I’m writing this, my grandpa is at home with hospice and his days are coming to an end. My grandma is sleeping in her living room chair, so she does not have to leave his side. Fortunately, my entire family was able to see my grandpa and say our goodbyes. My 9-month daughter is the youngest great granddaughter and newest addition to our family. Although she probably won’t remember her great grandpa, her presence and smile brought him so much joy. In our final goodbyes, my grandpa said to me “You make sure she (my daughter) has a picture of me.” I am eternally grateful that I’ll be able to provide my daughter with a beautiful photo capturing their everlasting love. Our entire family will cherish their anniversary session for many decades and generations to come.
Married for 40 years
TOM DEB
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“They have maintained their connection for over 40 years by concentrating on the little moments.”
from their daughter
What I love about my parents relationship is the love they show each other every day. My dad reaching out for my mom’s hand, the glance across the room with loving eyes, the kiss before they leave the house, the support they have for each other’s interests. They are a team through and through. They have maintained their connection for over 40 years by concentrating on the little moments. They are the best example of love and marriage that a daughter could ask for.
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To applaud your commitment, couples receive 1% off their session for every year of marriage.
