Karen & Dave {engaged}

I met Karen and Dave a few weeks ago for an engagement session. I keep referring to this couple as being so in love, and I think you’ll see from these photos exactly what I mean. The way that they look at each other is just so genuine, it’s undeniable that they carry that spark. There is more behind their story that perhaps allows them to feel more open and blessed with where they are in life. About a year and a half ago, Dave was given a diagnosis that would completely turn their world upside down. He was told that he had Amyloidosis, an incurable disease that destroyed his heart and kidneys and holds an average life expectancy of only 1 year past diagnosis. Dave received a new heart and kidneys and was then told he only then had days to live. After having a bone marrow transplant to stop the new heart and kidneys from being destroyed, he is now proud to say that 1 year later, his heart and kidneys are functioning normally and there is no rejection to the organs. He feels blessed to have a second chance at life.

Their story still gives me goosebumps, as it really allows you to appreciate the ones your with, as well as the life you’re given. I feel honored to have gotten to know them and to have captured their love.