Wes Roberts

So today when I arrived home from my day job (I am a teacher during the day and photography assistant by night and weekend....haha) the hubs had made the bed and picked up the house. All looked fresh and wonderful when I walked in the door!  There is something about the bed being made that makes a bedroom look much cleaner. So anyways I proceeded with my afternoon routine...hugs and kisses from my sweet little boy, put my things down and headed to the bedroom to change out of my work clothes. I entered our closet and wow...there it was...the enormous pile of clothes that needed to be folded. (Now, a side note, I do not love to fold and put away clothes. I do not mind washing and drying them, but folding and putting them away is not my thing.) So, it hit me...everything looked wonderful when the closet door was closed and you couldn't see the enormous pile of clothes that needed to be folded. From the outside the room and bathroom looked wonderful, clean and show-worthy...but open that closet and all of our secrets were revealed...all the mess. 

I couldn't help but think this is how life is. We strive each day to put on our happy face, our makeup, expensive clothing...but on the inside we are a mess. We are struggling with so many things but we are so afraid for others to see the real us. There are days when I would do anything except let others around me see the real things I am struggling with. I, personally, can get so caught up in hiding all those messy things about my life and my heart,  that I forget the real reason that I am here. It is ok to be messy sometimes. It is ok to struggle.  This helps us grow and learn more about ourselves, it allows God to shape us and mold us, but first we must be willing to be honest with ourselves and others. Psalm 51:10 says "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me."  We have to allow the Lord to use our mistakes and struggles to refine us and "clean our hearts." Did you ever think that the mess in your life may be just what someone else that is struggling needs to see. Maybe the Lord allows us to struggle because it is the revealing of something greater. If we constantly try to be something we are not,  we might miss what the mess is trying to reveal.  So go ahead and be honest with yourself and everyone around you.  Don't try to hide. Remember you have been created in His image and are here for a purpose. Use your struggles to minister to someone else!  We don't always have to "close the closet door." So if you come over and the bed is not made and there are clothes that need to be folded...just know that is the real Wes and Meg (and Brock-Allen).

{The 'mess' that was in our closet)

xoxo,

Meg

More my style.  A view of the lake as it sways to and from with the perfect balance of the tall hardwoods reaching high into the blue.  The reflections only distorted by the semi frequent boats that pass by, and the travelers unaware of the beauty that lay surrounding them.  The summer heat only adds to the need for refreshing, like a quick dip in the canvas of water so perfectly drawn out by God's hand.  As you drive into the area, it is surrounded with all the signs of a perfect lake retreat, the small family owned restaurants, reminders of local hangout spots on the water, and the beauty of family and friends gathering for a time of enjoyment.  This would be my spot to sit and relax!

I feel like Elizabeth and Trent were thinking the same thing when they chose this natural venue for the site of their joining together as one.  The beauty of Elizabeth and Trent's marriage only rivaled by that of the view but established by the same Creator.  We were so honored to behold both and to enjoy old and new friends as well as some of our past couples! 

Ceremony: Church of the Living Waters, Still Waters Golf Club

Reception: Creekside Lodge

Florist: Lakay's flowers and gifts

Cater & Cakes: Paradise Lake Catering

Band: Bobby Luster

So first let me start by saying that I am taking over everything...haha not really!  Wes is the brains and talent behind this biz - I just follow orders and answer emails!  Ok really, I have begun to play a bigger role in this business than ever before. In order for us to be more efficient and serve our clients better you will be seeing my name signed to most of your emails and you will hear my voice if you call us. I am also going to be doing the blog so almost everything written from here on out will be by me!  I am excited that the Lord has blessed us and I am going to be able to help Wes grow this business!

So with that being said....I hate making decisions. I am no good with spur of the moment things and I like to have time to think about things.  Wes and I often argue over what we are going to eat because neither of us can make a decision.  Wes gets frustrated at me but really neither of us are good at making decisions. We just finished building our "forever" home on our family land!  We love it but getting to the end was awful. There were so many daily decisions during the building process, I thought I was going to have multiple panic attacks!  But decisions are what fill our days as life moves at rapid speed. We can't avoid them and so we have to face them and well, decide!  There is a cost that comes with making decisions.  The cost comes from the results of our decisions. We must make thoughtful and wise decisions!  What we decide to do today will determine our tomorrow!  Others will either suffer or benefit from the decisions we make!  We are held accountable by God for our decisions that we make. We must prayerfully consider all options and pray that the Lord would show us what do to. I am not talking about where to eat...but you know...the big things in life!  I bet all of our brides prayed for their husband long before they met. From there, they prayed that the Lord would show them if he was "the one."  Marriage is one of those big decisions that you don't want to enter into with out thoughtful and constant prayer!  Tonight at church our pastor spoke about being responsible and making sound decisions. He talked about how yesterday is over and we can't predict what will happen tomorrow, but we have the opportunity right now to make wise choices and good decisions. Luke 9:62 - "But Jesus said to him, "No one, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, if fit for the kingdom of God." John MacArthur puts it best "A plowman looking back cuts a crooked furrow." If we are always focused on things in the past we cannot make sound, solid decisions for today.

With all of this being said, Wes and I are at a crossroads with our business. We must make decisions right now that could potentially make or break this business. We must choose to trust the Lord and pray that we are making wise decisions because the will effect the future of our little family!  

So where are you going with this, Meg...*that is what you are thinking, right*. Well, we are in the process of trying to pinpoint what we want this business to look like to others and what direction we want it to take. We will be redoing our website and brand evetually but first we have to "decide" (there's that wretched word again) what path to take. You might think this isn't a big deal, but it is!  When you own a business, your brand is what you are known by!

That is where we need YOU!  Our brides, families, friends, and people who love our work to help us!  What do you see when you look at our blog, website and images. What emotions does it evoke in you? What do our images say about us? Please help us by leaving comments below about what you think!  Ok that is your first task. The second one is to pray for us and our business. We want this business to glorify God and want to be salt and light in this world!  Pray we will be just that!

Blessings,

Meg xoxo

{This is what I look like when trying to make a decision! Ever feel like this?}

As we left the easy sounds of the beach, my thoughts were on the wedding day for Rachel and Rob and excitement for them.  I know they had been long awaiting this day with anticipation and emotion as well as many family members and friends.  Among all the deliveries, the sounds, the buzz, there was Rachel, taking it all in.  This was her dream day; the day that had been thought of a million times and especially since the day Rob expressed his longing to make her his life long helper.  The dress that hung on the wall fit her as she had dreamed as well, and then the word came that time was drawing closer.  With a rush and help of the bridesmaids Rachel was as radiant as the ring on her hand.  The sensation of adrenaline and butterflies all balled into one filled their bodies as the couple began their first glance.

Reception: The Club

Cakes: Gary McGahan - Pastry Chef at Wind Creek Casino & Hotel

Band: Emerge

Flowers: Sherry's Elegant Flowers

Catering: What's Cookin' Catering

Here is a sneak peek from our sweet couple this weekend!  We had a great time with Katie and Kyle. They are two wonderful people!

Enjoy the sneak peek and check back in the coming week for a "big" blog post about their beautiful, botanical gardens wedding.

Have a blessed week, 

Meagan