How can we explain it? What was it about this wedding that gave us back to ourselves?
Somehow, we had both arrived in Ipswich feeling a bit broken, beaten down by the summer heat, the business of life, and a few rough interactions on the way there. When we settled into our borrowed home on the coast, the cool breeze coming off of the water slowly began to peel away the layers, opening us up to what would be an incredible weekend of rediscovering our own vitality through the gift of sharing in the intimate experiences of others.
Annie and Jamie shared themselves bravely and deeply with us. We witnessed their vulnerability, their occasional anxiety, their electric joy. Their love and tenderness for one another, and their sense of community and dedication to their family and friends. For the day, we were a part of that community. We were a part of that dedication and love.
We left after a long day of shooting feeling exhilarated and deeply fulfilled, and we carried that spirit home with us after we went our separate ways the next day.
Thank you, to Annie and Jamie, and to all of our couples, for trusting us with yourselves. Your openness is a gift that we treasure deeply.
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