With pending plans in place and the destined date set in stone, Ryan's next step was to check in with me on how I would play a part in his romantic weekend adventure. Maggie, the love of Ryan's life, was expecting nothing more than a get-a-way weekend in the Florida Keys as she watched the windy city of Chicago grow smaller and smaller from the airplane window... little did she know that her life was about to change forever.

These two met years ago in high school and as dating fate would have it, their "just friends" relationship was only the beginning to what would become a love filled future that no one saw coming. 

Ryan informed me of his scheduled surprise engagement at Palm Island months before which allowed us time to lay out the details for a post engagement shoot in Coral Gables. Well needless to say, I met this amazing couple at the Biltmore Hotel and Maggie was radiating with her infectious smile and warm persona. Ryan was calm + collected yet proud to show off his flower as they were up for anything I threw at them and dove in with both feet.  For the latter part of a gorgeous afternoon, we targeted a few keys spots and found our way around to find some stunning light.  Here are a handful from the day....  

Maggie + Ryan:  Congratulations once again on your engagement and thank you for an action packed day (sorry again about the car situation - looks like it was only a loose battery cable)  :)  I loved hearing about your story and spending the day with you guys as we look forward to watching your lives unfold together.