“Absence sharpens love, presence strengthens it.” ~ Thomas Fuller
What a memorable photo shoot!! ♥
Leading up to these photos, the past few months went something like this: Rianke longing for Matt to visit her, to feel him close to her, to share in the simple things… Matt urging to pursue his girlfriend and make this more… without her expecting a thing…! ;) And excitement building up inside him!
Just being together is a gift to this beautiful couple! Things we take for granted so easily is what they look forward to for months!
Like a celebration! :) These two have the best testimony of a relationship that’s stood the test of time… and distance! For the past three years, except for a few months every year when they visit for holidays, Matt and Rianke have lived on separate continents. Matt in South Africa, and Rianke in Australia…
They have been so committed and have a never-give-up attitude that inspires, with such a strong love for one another pulling them through the times apart. And then, during his most recent visit to Australia, Matt proposed!
I was so very happy to do a photo shoot with them in the same week which made everything feel even more official. They are planning their wedding while apart for another 5 1/2 months, but their perseverance is about to pay off! :) You deserve this!!
I cannot wait for it, the Chapman wedding!! ♥
Persevere verb 1. to persist in anything undertaken; maintain a purpose in spite of difficulty, obstacles, or discouragement; continue steadfastly.