Anna and Jason got married in a place close to our hearts….Beaver Lodge, the very same place we tied the knot ourselves 5 years earlier! Beaver Lodge is a funky and charming lake side lodge in Hope – nestled between Union and Camden/Rockport – perfect for a rustic, outdoor Maine wedding.
Anna and Jason’s paths crossed back in the fall of 2008, when, according to the newlyweds:
Anna sat sipping a mocha latte on a Saturday afternoon typing a paper for graduate school at a coffee shop in Inman Square. Jason strode into the cafe wearing a pink button down and proceeded to sit across from her and write furiously into a worn blue notebook. The rest is history…
Their engagement story is a fun one, and made it into the toasts at the wedding. As told by Anna:
Jason took me out sailing on the family boat on the Cape one Saturday afternoon. It was a clear, warm June day. I tried to invite his sister along for a sail, but she was pulled away by his mom to check out new Toyotas, so we ended up on the boat ourselves. We were sailing along peacefully when the boat stopped moving. I didn’t understand why, but later learned it was low tide and we ran into a sandbar. While we were perched on the sandbar, Jason pulled a little black box from his pocket, and opened it to reveal a bright gold and diamond ring with a green ribbon trailing from it for safekeeping. He popped the question, I said YES, of course! And then he secured the ring in the boat’s cabin and dove into the water to push us off the sandbar. He acquired a nasty ‘boat-burn’ in the process, and I was so flabbergasted I didn’t help one bit!
Here are images of their lovely, fun filled day! Enjoy!
After the Ketubah was signed by both Anna and Jason, the next part of the ceremony commenced!
Mazel Tov Anna + Jason! It was an honor to record this part of your history together! xo
Officiant: Rabbi David Freelund / Venue: Beaver Lodge Knox County Fish and Game Association / Catering: Cafe Miranda / Cake: Sweet Sensations /Bride and bridesmaids hair: Bad Hair Days / Wedding dress: Hussey’s General Store
We met someone who shares our enthusiasm for cake! 
On the way to the ceremony, a ladybug landed on Heidi’s daughter, Sadie. We unanimously agreed that it was a symbol of being lucky in love, and was welcome on our ride to the chapel. 
Warren, who officiated Heidi and Mark’s touching ceremony, shared a special connection with Heidi. We were particularly moved by his heartfelt thoughts, and loved how he brought their hands together to bless their marriage.
During family portraits, we found ourselves a fine assistant…he appeared to have the required qualifications to make people smile 🙂
From the Chapel, we strolled toward Spring Point Ledge in South Portland to create some fun portraits.
These vibrant arrangements were created by Nina Hirth of 
From Spring Point, we all hopped in a water taxi to motor our way to the afternoon reception. 
Heidi and Mark received a warm welcome from the fabulous Megan Brady, event coordinator extraordinaire, at the 
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Loved the cute little milk cartons that appeared when it was time to eat those cupcakes! (But the cupcakes may have reigned supreme for some…perhaps including myself and Tim…)
Wow, Heidi and Mark! So much love and so much fun! Thanks for having us along for the ride ❤ Congratulations! xo
Laura and her dad ❤
It is often said that rain on your wedding day is good luck, so a brief shower in the midst of the ceremony must be the best! Despite a few drops, we don’t think Laura and Emmett could have smiled any bigger if they tried. 
Laura and Emmett chose to incorporate a handfasting ceremony into their marriage. Handfasting dates back to the time of ancient Celts. Today, as couples clasp one another’s hands, they are wrapped with cord as they share their vows, symbolically binding them together. Laura and Emmett customized their cord from meaningful items in their lives: a piece of rope from Emmett’s late stepfather’s scalloping boat, a scrap of the handkerchief that their puppy (Sasha – you’ll see her cute face soon) was wearing when they adopted her, and the hem of the skirt Laura was wearing when Emmett proposed. ❤ 
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The flowers were designed by Laura and her mom, and provided a romantic feel in their vintage vases. Don’t even get me started on how amazing Laura’s bouquet of sage and lavender smelled!
Despite the raindrops, we knew we had to pay a visit the calves since we were on a working dairy farm! 
Laura and Emmett chose to serve their dinner family style, which created a wonderfully warm and interactive community atmosphere.
After dinner, we moved back to the barn, for cake (and a whoopie pie bar!!!) and, dancing of course. 
Congratulations to Veronica, Thomas, Tara and Jacob! Thank you for having us photograph your amazing day! xo
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