After meeting and falling in love, Danielle and Keith eloped last year shortly before they were both deployed for the Air Force. Since their wedding itself was a surprise to their friends and family, they planned a fun reception where once home again they could celebrate with all their loved ones.
We started our weekend with a couples shoot at Mt. Charleston. Danielle and Keith’s absolute favorite thing to do together is camping – and anything to do with the great outdoors. In fact, instead of flying they camped out across the states on the way to Vegas from their home-town in Alabama. So I thought a pretty hike and camping-themed shoot was only fitting!
What’s camping without yummy S’mores?!
Then Saturday was the party! Before heading to the reception location, we grabbed a few couples pictures around The Mirage where Danielle and Keith were staying.
The first dance of the evening was super emotional. Besides being able to finally celebrate their marriage, Keith and Danielle were also able to celebrate another amazing surprise - they’re pregnant! Their first dance song was “Then” by Brad Paisley – and I couldn’t stop myself from tearing up when it got to the part of the song where it talks about the baby on the way. Here’s the lyrics:
“I could just see you, with a baby on the way
And I could just see you, when your hair is turning gray
What I can’t see is how I’m ever gonna love you more
But I’ve said that before…
And now you’re my whole life
now you’re my whole world
I just can’t believe the way I feel about you, girl
We’ll look back someday, at this moment that we’re in
And I’ll look at you and say
And I thought I loved you then”
SO sweet.
Danielle + Keith: Thanks so much for including me in your celebration! And big big congrats on everything! I’m so excited for you guys and can’t wait to see your beautiful little girl. 
by chels
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