Meghan has been a friend of my sister for a few years now. We bonded while we were both bridesmaids at my sister Steph's wedding this past summer, cracking jokes at every possible opportunity we had. When I got a text message from Meghan while I was Christmas shopping, she asked me "Hey, are you booking any sessions over the holidays?" to which I responded "Yes... why??" A text message like that definitely got me curious!!

She then went on to explain that her and Patrick decided to get married, and that they were going to tie the knot at home over the holidays! With about 5 weeks notice given to all of their guests, only a very small group of family and friends knew about their plans to elope.

Oh, and if you like handsome cats, keep scrolling!

Smiling newlyweds pose with their fluffy cat wearing a bow tie in front of a greenery hoop wreath.
Elegant wedding table centerpiece with white pillar candles and green eucalyptus garland.
Blonde bride in white dress gently petting a tabby cat on a wooden bed frame.
Rustic bridal bouquet with greenery and dark berries displayed against an abstract painting.
Two wedding bands resting against a bouquet with blue thistle and white flowers.
Two women share a joyful moment in a kitchen, holding wine glasses and smiling at each other during a celebration.
Older man in a suit reading from a black folder during an indoor wedding ceremony.
A smiling groom in a gray suit stands beside his bride holding a greenery bouquet before a floral hoop backdrop.
Black and white photo of a man reading from a book during an indoor ceremony with guests gathered around.
Guests smile and watch attentively during an intimate indoor wedding ceremony while seated in a cozy living room.
Black and white photo of a groom placing a wedding ring on his brides finger during their intimate ceremony.
A newlywed couple shares their first kiss in front of a floral hoop wreath on a red brick fireplace.
Black and white portrait of a smiling groom facing his bride during their intimate home wedding ceremony.
A bride in a white dress receives a warm congratulatory hug from a guest holding a eucalyptus bouquet.
Black and white portrait of a happy couple posing with their long-haired cat in front of a floral hoop wreath.
Bride and groom petting a fluffy cat during their intimate wedding ceremony indoors.
Elderly woman examining wedding ring with bride and guest at reception.
Large wedding family group photo posed in front of decorative greenery wreath indoors.
Bride holding bouquet poses with groom and officiant before red wall with floral wreath.
Smiling bride with floral bouquet shares joyful moment with older woman in red dress.
Bride with bouquet poses with six female family members in front of greenery wreath.
Groom in gray suit smiles at woman in floral dress before fireplace at wedding.
Wedding party group photo with bride and groom surrounded by family members indoors.
Two men in suits share a lighthearted moment together at an indoor wedding celebration.
Four young adults pose together smiling at a wedding reception in front of a red wall with a wreath.
A wedding party of seven people poses together smiling in front of a red wall with a decorative wreath.
Black and white photo of groom and laughing woman sharing a joyful moment at wedding.
Two men in suits smile together at a wedding reception in front of a red wall with a floral wreath.
Four young adults laugh and pose playfully at a wedding reception in front of a red wall with a wreath.
Black and white photo of six guests seated at a decorated wedding reception dinner table.
Four elegantly dressed guests smile while seated at a beautifully decorated wedding reception dinner table.
Black and white photo of an older man in a suit laughing joyfully at a dinner table.
Young wedding guests laugh and take a selfie while seated at a wedding reception dinner table.
Five women smile and raise glasses in a toast at an elegant wedding reception dinner table.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom feeding each other wedding cake in a kitchen.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom sharing a kiss under sparklers held by guests at night.


Wedding Dream team:

Main photographer: Valerie Miles Photography

Videographer: Abigail Doris, Family Friend

Hair & makeup: Meghan

Ceremony + reception venue: Meghan's mom's home

Wedding bands: Enso Rings

Officiant: ⁠Keith - Exceptional Ceremonies

Catering: Greek on Wheels

Bride’s dress: BerryLove