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November 7, 2010
Seattle Engagement: Lauren & Justin
I heard this song the other day. A song about love. It’s called Sailboats. It talks about two people being together and being adrift on a sailboat. Her love is the sea, his love is the horizon – strong and steady. The artist sings of her mate lifting her lonesome sails, as he makes the bitter sweet. Together, they’re sailing through life. The tide is out and the moon is high and together they’re sailing.
And one day, when time gets the best of them, and they succumb to the decrepitude, still their love will remain in its youth. Still, they will continue sailing.
Justin and Lauren, this is my prayer for you. I couldn’t help but think of you when I heard this song. The love that you share is so pure, so innocent, and so full of life. In the many years to come, may you always work at maintaining this youthful love. I am blessed to know you and share this time of life with you. It has been such a pleasure getting to know your hearts over the last few months. I’m privileged to know you and your families. Thank you for having me to Seattle; we’re looking forward to continuing west and shooting your wedding in Maui.
We started amidst all the hustle and bustle that is the Pike Place Market.
Love these true candids.
We ventured out onto the streets where we discovered these lively musicians.
This is Justin and Lauren. They are like this all the time.
Love this one!!
Peoples’ reactions are priceless.
And then there was this wall…
Oh, Lauren, Lauren, Lauren…
Love these guys!
Stunning!
After the market, we were off to Kerry Park to get some neat views of the city!
Ze Space Needle, ladies and gentlemen.
The lovely Mount Rainier.
And then we were in a heavy pursuit, chasing light up the coast of Seattle to make it to the Golden Gardens Park, when we passed this sailboat dock. Knowing the light was fading fast I made an gut decision and swung into the parking lot. Best decision I ever made. :-)
Now, I’m not one to brag, but I must say, we have the prettiest brides ever. That is all.
And our grooms aren’t too shabby either. ;-)
Ugh, love this one!
Um…. and this one!
Lauren got Justin this awesome watch as an engagement gift.
Favorite!
Honestly, who am I kidding. I love them all. Lesson in photography, life, relationships, this blog: the best is always yet to come. Seems like the really good stuff is always towards the end.
Stunning.
Big finish by Mr. Justin. This one could be my desktop background for years to come!
Or maybe these!
*sigh* I’m ready to do it again! Oh wait, this is only part one of your engagement session! Looking forward to shooting part II this month!
LOVE YOU GUYS!
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You two look like the perfect couple, I’m happy for you Justin. God Bless you two!
Great photos! Who thought to take them at Pike’s Place? A wonderful idea, a beautiful couple, and amazing photography. Thanks for sharing!
These pictures are amazing! You guys are so cute together!
That is one sexy man. Great pics J! Miss you man
Seattle never looked so good. Great setting for the love Byrd’s
I absolutely LOVE them!!! Little sister is happy!:):):)
Beautiful beautiful people, incredible light and the best photographer I know! Heck of a combo!
Life has much to offer two young lovers . . . I’m happy for you guys . God Bless :)
I absolutely LOVE them!!! Little sister is HAPPY!!:)
L is for the way you look at me, O is for the only one I see, V is very, very extraordinary, E is even more than anyone that you adore can…poster children for two in love! Pretty sweet and pretty mooshy!! Love you two…this is only the beginning!
Absolutely breathtaking! I have known Justin since he was a small child, and if anyone deserves the amount of love shown in these pictures it is him! I am so pleased to see that he has found love of this magnitude!
Lauren these pictures are amazing! You guys are so in love and its so wonderful!! Congrats to the both of you!
Awesome photos!I know that guy!
Ok so I have looked at these pictures 4 times and I love new ones everytime!!
I love your engagement pictures! It helps give me a few ideas for mine.. but they arent until April in Salt Lake so different setting… But you guys are adorable and the shots are amazing!
CUTEST PICTURES EVER! Seriously. You guys look SO adorable
She is beautiful ! I wish you guys the best of luck!
Thanks for sharing; love the pictures, love you guys…Aunt P
These pictures are so perfect! Congrats and the best of luck to you both.
I love them!! :) My “lil sis” and her man are two of the coolest people you’ll ever meet! :) When do we get to see Part 2? Lauren/Justin, congrats once again, and many years of happiness and blessings to you both, I love you guys! :)
Lara
Congrats to the both of you! God Bless you both!
WOW!!!! The pics are great and the two of you are awesome. I am very happy for you both and pray God’s blessing and protection on your life together. I wish you both the very best!!
Wayne Nelson
Denver
Justin,
These pics are terrific. Your Dad told me about them and said I could check them out. You and Lauren are a stunningly attractive couple. My very best wishes to you both.
Chip Corbett
Very nice!
These are freaking amazing :)
These pictures are amazing!
These pictures are great. What a good looking couple and happy. Congrats,
Love the pictures! They really captured a sweetness between y’all! Hope we get to meet that boy one day!
Wow, these photos are absolutely amazing! You both look so happily in love! May all of you dreams come true! =D
Justin, Congratulations! I am so happy for you. What an awesome guy you turned out to be and what a beautiful lady you have chosen to spend the rest of your life with. Blessings to you both and these pictures are absolutely beautiful! Very Stunning!
Justin, What a great guy you’ve turned out to be and what a beautiful lady you’ve chosen to spend the rest of your life with. I wish you both blessings in your life together. These pictures are absolutely breath taking! Stunning!
Justin, Absolutely breathtaking! So stunning! Wish you both blessings in your future life together. Can’t wait to meet your future bride to be.
These are beyond beautiful! Such gorgeous photos. So happy for you Byrd!
These are beyond beautiful! I’ve never seen such creative photos. I’m so happy for you Byrd! Its easy to see that you are incredibly happy.
LAUREN! JUSTIN! What AWESOME PHOTOS! Lauren, could you be any happier? Justin must be somethin’!!! LOVE YOU BOTH! (PS.. HEY RENE!!!)
JUSTIN and lauren..These pictures are awesome. You both are so wonderfully blessed.
Nice pics you two youngsters! I’ve always wanted to say that. -Jake
Congrats, jason’s cousin! Best to you
I love the ones at the end ESPECIALLY (all of them are so sweet…but the ones of Justin picking you up are classic). So happy for you guys! *Hugs*
Congratulations Lauren! The pictures look awesome, you two both look great. I particularly like the black and whites…I’m just glad you’re happy and wish the best for both of you.
Absolutely beautiful pictures of a very special couple. We are so blessed to have you in our family.
These pictures are lovely! So excited for you both. Congrats Lauren and Justin! :) You are the cutest couple!!
love these! congrats to Justin and Lauren! Can’t wait to see what the wedding pics will look like! Beautiful work! Beautiful couple!!
I LOVE ALL OF THESE :) you guys look perfect together, im so happy for you two!
Lauren, the pictures are amazing! Looks like you had a wonderful time. Love to you both!
Great pictures cuz, I love you! Congratulations!
My goodness, isn’t God good?! Congratulations to you both. Mr. Byrd, as always, I am very proud of you and looking forward to hearing wonderful things from you and your beautiful wife-to-be.
Oh … and your pictures are SPECTACULAR! What an eye you have, Rene!
Justin and Lauren-
You guys are absolutely perfect for each other. i couldn’t be more blessed to know you both. I have nothing but the best wishes for you both and keep you both in my prayers.
have a good time in maui
These photos are absolutely beautiful, it just makes me smile so much to see these!! Justin used to go to my highschool, and I’m so excited to see him so happy and with such a beautiful girl!!
Congrats on the engagement! Your pictures look great.