They’ve known each other for a long, long time- first memories include walking to math class together in sixth grade and awkward, stilted conversation. You know, that stage when guys and girls first start actually interacting instead of just pushing each other over on the playground? It didn’t take very long to take a liking to one another, and as much as you can date when you’re in sixth grade, they dated. There was a break-up at one point, but they eventually came back together- “I love him, and I’m going to marry him,” she remembers telling a friend on the way to soccer practice, when she was only 16 or 17!

They eventually parted ways in high school, choosing to pursue different adventures on their own, but two months into freshman year are Virginia Tech, sparks flew again. And this time, it was for real- “I guess maybe it’s weird to tell someone, an hour into dating, that you love them.” But when your history starts as far back as 6th grade math class? I don’t think there’s anything weird about it at all. When you know, you justknow!

Lee & Danielle, I had so much fun with you both in Blacksburg! Having the chance to capture you all on the campus where you finally realized you were made for one another, it was perfect. I’m so grateful to be the one photographing your Fairfax, Virginia wedding next year- it’s going to be a STUNNER!

*In case you think Danielle looks familiar, you’re right! Her sister Lindsay was one of my 2014 brides, and I met Danielle at Lindsay & Jason‘s black tie Georgetown wedding last summer! Sigh. I love my couples so dang much.*

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