Jamie and Ben - Coconut Palm Inn

Occasionally, we do get rain here in the Florida Keys and on one recent Saturday, we got lots of it.

It was Jamie and Ben's Wedding Day.

Jamie and Ben embraced the rain. So did their friends and family.

Once Ben started reading his vows to Jamie everything was bright.

The guys wore rope sandals, the girls wore coral sun dresses, and the flower girls and ring bearer wore white linen. All was as it should be.

Caribbean Catering served up tuna nachos after the Wedding as everyone hugged and enjoyed being together.

Jamie had unique details she included from members of her family including her jewelry. She is also a photographer and had lots of cool ideas she wanted to capture. Would the rain take away her dreams ?

As a Wedding Photographer, you meet lots of amazing couples. I think each of us here at McLaughlin Photo & Video have had magical moments where we get goose bumps or cry right on the spot.

For me, this happened during Jamie and Ben's First Dance as husband and wife. It was their dream to dance on the pier over the waters of Florida Bay. In the pouring rain, out they went to dance.

I with my umbrella wrestled the wind and let my camera get soaked. It was so worth it. To see how much love these two share. To see them live their Wedding Dream.

We went back to the spirited party, where great times were in progress even though we were soggy.

Everyone danced together.

They even danced in front of the iphone for the best man who could not make it.

Congratulations Jamie and Ben. You are one amazing couple. And I will never forget your first dance.

Lindsey & Nick - Tranquility Bay Resort

Lindsey and Nick had a blast at their Wedding. They were married at Tranquility Bay in Marathon. The Wedding Party was very much a part of their night as were their family members. The girls were very helpful and the guys kept everyone smiling. Their Ceremony was very touching and included a sand ceremony. During the Reception dancing was non stop and night just flew. Check out their images taken by Donna and Paula.

Heather & Mark - Private Residence Marathon

Heather and Mark chose to have their Wedding at a Private Residence in Marathon.

This is an idea that more couples are using in our area. It is nice to have the privacy during the Wedding, extra space for guests and family to enjoy for other events around the Wedding, and rooms for more guests to stay in.

Heather and Mark chose elegant accents for their Wedding. Heather's barrette had small leafs to match the Florida Keys foliage, Bamboo chairs for their tables, white lights wrapped around the palm trees for lighting, and set guests around the edge of the pool.

Even the lighting and colors of the Ocean brought out this couples love for each other.
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Holly & Brian - Hilton Key Largo

Holly and Brian were married at the Hilton Key Largo. This is a property with many natural views of the Florida Keys Hardwood Hammocks meeting the Florida Bay waters.

Holly and Brian chose bright vivid colors which provided amazing contrast to the greens and blues of the environment.

Holly and Brian celebrated the joining of their families as they begin their new life together. Susan Ashmore performed the Ceremony.

Aimee Gilman was their photographer and did a great job capturing their happiness in Key Largo.

Ashley & John

Ashley and John were married at the Key Largo Marriott Bay Resort.

They chose to have a small intimate ceremony by the calm bayside waters. The sunset did not disappoint with a warm glow that went straight to the heart.

Julie Austin was their photographer and caught these tender and colorful moments from the most special of days.