Leigh and Austin are one of the greatest love stories I have ever witnessed. It was an extremely emotional Maine wedding. This couple earned every second of their perfect June day. Leigh and Austin met by chance when Leigh rented a car from Enterprise where Austin worked. He was late to pick her up. She was angry. Later that night, she went to a bar with friends and just happened to see him again. She didn’t remember his name, but he remembered hers. The rest was as they say: history. The two fell in love but that love was tested shortly after when Austin was diagnosed with cancer. It was very serious. Unlike most young couples who spend their courtship traveling to romantic get-a-ways, Austin and Leigh spent their time in the hospital. She never left his side. On one of Austin’s hardest nights, he was more concerned about getting a blanket put on Leigh, who slept beside him, than on his pain or himself. That’s love. It was a frightening experience for them. For their families and friends, the hurt hasn’t gone away. Their wedding guests wept at the emotional ceremony where Leigh and Austin finally exchanged their vows. They cried for his battle but more importantly, the tears celebrated the couple’s victory. Like I said, Leigh and Austin earned every second of their perfect June day.
Left: Leigh and Austin… making it is official. Rightt: guests kicked off their heels to sit on the doc after the service.
Love this simple lake look with Leigh and Austin!
Leigh has a very strong grace about her. I loved photographing her all day. Amazing woman! Leigh picked up her dress at White Dress By The Shore.
Love this picture. It was supposed to rain all day. It didn’t. It was gorgeous. Austin and I joked together about how nice it would be for it to rain just a little on the way to the dance hall. And it did! Here, guests run from the rain carrying drinks and laughing!
Leigh and Austin cut their cake!
Leigh’s dad, Skip, dances, squeezes, hugs and cries with his daughter on the dance floor.
Friends don’t let friends who are intoxicated touch sparklers… but it was ok for this guy. Nice heart dude!
The Bob Charest Band was amazing all night! Leigh and Austin had a HUGE crazy party! Here, they’re in a “circle of love” dance!
Leigh throws herself into Austin for a kiss. See the “A” in the back there… that stands for Austin. LOL. Austin and Leigh, I loved every minute of working with you both! You’ve really touched me as a photographer. It was a fantastic day and I was so happy to be there with you! Love, Beth
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