J + L : Memphis, TN Engagement Photographer

Prepare yourself for a mild rant. The other day I was reading Facebook randomness and someone that I am friends with liked a post that Ashton Kutcher had retweeted about "real love". I guess this photographer wanted to capture love, because todays generation doesn't believe in it anymore. If you've listened to the latest Taylor Swift album you probably could call her the general of this army of unbelievers. I was appalled at what this photographer captured as "real love" was a series of underwear/bedroom shots. I felt violated and enraged all at the same time. Love is not lust, and the more time goes by it makes me sad for those folks wandering around that can't tell the difference.

Love is Joy. And when you're in love you radiate. 

That was my favorite part of last weekend's session with Lauren & Jesse. They radiated joy. I wanted so badly to put these images up right next to the others just to contrast how beautiful love can be when you make good choices, and find the person that fills your world with happiness. Does that mean the road won't be difficult? No. But if you have the right person, and you continue to choose to counsel together and find happiness along the journey - life can be so good. Thank you so much guys for being so photogenic and gorgeous. I don't think I've laughed that much in a while. I ended up playing with some sun flare and lighting and love how warm and cozy it ended up looking. I am so excited for the both of you and wish you the best.

Enjoy your peek!