MARINELLE + ALBERT | WASHINGTON OAKS STATE GARDEN| PALM COAST, FLORIDA

We have known each other since we were little kids!

Some of us are lucky enough to have a friend that’s always been there. A friend that you’ve known since you were little and dont really remember meeting them but thats somehow not as important because them always being in your memories is so much better. If you’re lucky enough to have a friend like that, be sure to reach out to them and let them know that.

While some of us have a friend like that, a few can say they have a fiance like that and thats exactly what Marinelle + Albert have.

“Albert has had a crush on me ever since we were little, but NEVER told me or anyone. We were always in the same friend group at church and would hang out all the time on the weekends at church for choir practice and youth group. One summer at one of the youth retreats, we started to talk a lot more and got a lot closer, but I still had no idea that he liked me. He finally told one of his friends, who then told me! We have been together since 2011. We are each other's one and only boyfriend/girlfriend :) We have done long distance for most of our relationship through undergrad and grad school, which has been really tough but we do believe that it has made our bond so much stronger. It has taught us to value our time together. We can't wait to embark on this next chapter as husband and wife <3”

I don’t think it gets sweeter than that! All love is special but what these two have is rare. I don’t know how many people can say they are married to their FIRST boyfriend/girlfriend.

“The first thing that attracted me to him was his humor! Ever since we were little, he always knew how to make me laugh.” -M

“I just love her personality, specifically her gentle and joyous spirit! She is so fun to be around and brightens any room that she is in.” - A

I’d have to agree with Albert, Marinelle has a contagious smile. It’s hard not to be happy when you’re around her. It’s a great thing Albert knows how to make her laugh, that way we all get to see that smile more often.

When we started to chat about their engagement session location, Marinelle + Albert really loved that Washington Oaks State Garden offered both a beautiful garden as well as a unique beach. And they somehow chose the PERFECT date for their engagement session. It wasn’t hot, ALL the flowers were in full bloom and the sun was shining through the trees just like in the fairytales. You would think it was spring but unfortunately, you’d be wrong! Their session was in February!! oh! and NOONE else was there!! We had the whole place to ourselves!! great choice guys!

We had such a great time with Marinelle + Albert and can’t wait for their wedding because it’s going to be even better! We appreciate the sacrifices you both are making and for your service, Albert. We know GREAT things are in store for you both and we’re excited to see them happen. Thank you for being so amazing and kind.

See you soon!

xoxo,

Kristina + Jerico