Erica & Andy ~ Married!
Genuine. When I think about Erica, it's the first word that comes to my mind. She is a breath of fresh air and she wears her heart on her sleeve. She lives her life with sincerity, integrity and passion. She first met Andy in college twelve years ago. She needed a place to live and he and his buddy needed a roommate. During their years at Oregon State, Andy and Erica fell in love. They graduated, secured jobs and made a home on a little piece of land on the outskirts of town. And they lived their lives. This past August, twelve years after meeting, they exchanged their vows in front of their closest friends and family. I was honored to be there not only as their photographer, but as their friend.
Erica and I also met in college and we quickly became friends. Unfortunately, after I graduated, Erica and I lost touch, although I thought of her often. I never thought I'd see her again until Justin and Lena walked into my studio to have their newborn son photographed. I immediately recognized Justin as Andy's buddy - the one he was living with when Erica moved in. But I was too scared that I was wrong about who he was, so I didn't say anything. Until two years later, when they returned with their newborn daughter. I couldn't help myself and I asked them if they knew her. As fate would have it, they are the best of friends and Erica is the Godmother to both of their children. They told me that she and Andy were planning their wedding and I asked them to please let her know that I would love to reconnect with her. I didn't hear anything for several months until I received a wedding inquiry from Erica. It has been such a blessing to have my friend back in my life. She is still sincere. Still passionate. And more genuine than ever.
Best wishes and all my love to my dear friend!
