On October 5th, 2019, Kate and Josh Horton embarked on a lifelong journey together, forever united as Mr. and Mrs.
The day began with an air of excitement as the bridesmaids gathered at the bride's home, dressed in stunning shades of red. Their vibrant attire added a touch of elegance and complemented the overall theme of the day.
Meanwhile, the groom and his groomsmen were impeccably dressed in black slacks, suspenders, white dress shirts, and bowties. However, it was the groom's dashing red bowtie that distinguished him, symbolizing his connection to his beloved bride.
Jillian Barille's lens skillfully captured the tender moments of the bride and groom preparing for their journey down the aisle. Each photograph revealed the anticipation and love shared between them, setting the stage for an unforgettable day.
Among these heartfelt moments was the gathering at a sign adorned with ropes that were then knotted by the couple. Engraved upon it were the powerful words from the Bible, "An accord of three strands is not easily broken" - Ecclesiastes 4: 9-12, serving as a reminder of the strength and resilience that comes from their union.
As the ceremony unfolded, Jillian Barille captured breathtaking images throughout the day. From the intimate moments exchanged during the ceremony to the heartwarming speeches and shared laughter during the dinner, every frame immortalized the love and connection that radiated between Kate and Josh and their cherished guests. Adding a musical spark to the celebration, one of the bridesmaids showcased her talent with a soulful guitar performance, creating an atmosphere filled with enchanting melodies and harmonies.
In a playful and endearing moment, Kate and Josh found themselves at the mercy of a cake-smushing tradition. Laughter filled the air as they playfully smeared cake on each other's faces, a lighthearted gesture symbolizing their shared joy and willingness to embrace the sweet moments of life together.
Venturing outside, the newlyweds took time to embrace the beauty of nature as they posed for photographs in a picturesque park situated near a serene river. Later, the newlyweds took center stage during their solo dance; each step and twirl was a testament to the unity and grace they brought to the dance floor, a mesmerizing sight witnessed by all who were present.
As the night continued, the celebration moved into full swing, with everyone joyously joining the dance floor. Laughter, cheers, and enchanting songs filled the atmosphere, creating a night that perfectly encapsulated the spirit of love, togetherness, and pure happiness.
Jillian Barille Photography masterfully captured these cherished memories, ensuring that Kate and Josh's wedding day would forever be remembered as a vibrant tapestry of love, laughter, and unforgettable moments.
![BARE is about
Being vulnerable
Getting intimate
Living free
So I want to take THIS week as an opportunity to connect with you outside of the holidays and being bombarded by a million ads and get vulnerable with you.
To ask you…
How can you give yourselves MORE pleasure, DEEPER intimacy, and LESS stress?
Does this look like more time spent in nature or slowly sipping on a warm cup of tea, tasting and feeling every sweet drop on your tongue. Or maybe it's completely changing your perspective from "I have to" to "I get to" when you are doing the chores or tasks you loath. Or, could it be choosing to let go of the friend and family that give you the most drama and heavy heart.
I did just this. Last year, I made a commitment to myself- and it was a really big one!
I decided I would no longer live with the thorn of guilty and shame around my lack of intimacy and sexuality.
Yeah, you might be surprised by that one.
But, this thorn was so cork screwed inside of me that I cried at the thought of it being gone, Bc I had no idea what it would feel like to live without it.
Isn’t that crazy?! It was almost more comfortable to live with the discomfort than to remove it.
WILD
And I’ll tell you now, a year later- that the hardest part of all this was the CHOICE to no longer live with the guilt, shame, and trauma of intimacy and my sexuality.
It took me committing to this YES in order to crack wide open and completely surrendered to my pleasure and desires. All while also removing any of the guilt I carried for being a sexual being.
[Big Deep Breath]
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