*Daphne*

The ceremony transitioned smoothly into the reception. Our small but intimate wedding party traveled together back down the mountain to a large clearing that had been set up with tables, chairs, and twinkling lights hung up in the trees.

Our beautiful land served as the backdrop, with the sun setting stunningly over the horizon, illuminating the sea of wildflowers and purple mountaintops.

As I gripped Rion’s hand, I couldn’t calm the elated ...