Emily and Michael are the type of people who make others happier just being around them. Their joy was so contagious that I left the session in great mood, smiling ear to ear. The two college sweethearts were engaged over Labor Day weekend at Lakeside Park in Dallas so it only made sense to head back there for their engagement session. When Emily and I chatted on the phone about doing their wedding, I asked her what was most important to her about her day. She blew me away with her response. She said they wanted their wedding parties and guests to feel appreciated, cared for, and being celebrated just as much as they were. But once I met Emily and Michael, it didn’t surprise me at all. They really are that genuine and selfless.

So, without futher adieu, here are some of my favorites from Emily and Michael’s Lakeside Park engagement session.