Lancaster County Park Engagement

Jereme + Caitlyn

We had the pleasure of photographing Jereme and Caitlyn for the second time this year at Lancaster County Park in Lancaster, PA. The first time was just a few months ago when we got to be there as Jereme proposed to Caitlyn in Hershey, PA. This time, Caitlyn at least knew what she was in for and that there would be a camera in her face. Jereme and Caitlyn did awesome in front of camera!

We love when couples are really just up for anything. If I asked them to run through a field holding hands, they did it. If I asked them to lay on the ground while I climbed a tree, they did it. And if I asked them walk backwards holding hands and kiss at the same time while bumping hips, they did it. All of those are actual things I asked them to do and I think the photos that came from it are so fun!

Q: How did you get engaged?

I knew an engagement was coming, but my mom told me the ring wouldn’t be in until after Valentines Day. So when I woke up Saturday, February 6th I had no clue that I would go to bed engaged. We were supposed to have a double date with friends in Harrisburg and Jereme was insistent we should order takeout from Houlahans in Hershey. It felt so inefficient as the food would be cold till we got to Harrisburg, but I drove to his house not thinking anything more of it.

He came outside after a few minutes, got in the car, and we headed to Hershey. I pulled into the to-go parking spot and saw the sign that had the number to call. He hesitated and said that when he placed the order they said to come inside. So I suggested he run in and I would move the car. He asked me if I wanted to come along inside, which again felt silly (because it’s 2021 during a pandemic and no one goes inside places anymore), so I sent him in, moved the car, and texted him where I was parked.

And then I got a text back that said, “She’s not cooperating dude.”

My heart stopped and I started freaking out, realizing this was really about to happen. I texted my best friend “I’m freaking out,” and tried to play cool. But then he sent another text that said, “she told me to go in and she would re-park.” I knew he still hadn’t realized he was texting the wrong person, so I quickly replied, “Dude you’re texting the wrong person.” And all he responded with was “Haha”.

It felt like forever until he sent another text that said, “the food isn’t ready yet.” I remember wondering if I had totally just messed everything up and if I should go in but was too nervous to even move. He came out to the Jeep and suggested we walk to Starbucks to get chai. I immediately knew (or thought I did) that he would propose at Starbucks – the very place we had our first date. I thought it might be at our corner table, but nothing was there when we walked up. So then I wondered if he had the barista’s in on it. Nope.

We got our chai and he said the food was ready and so we headed back. The short walk back I’m wondering what the heck is happening and he was so quiet. I wasn’t sure if I should make a joke about texting the wrong person to lighten things up, but when we rounded the corner, he showed me a huge sign that said, “Caitlyn will you marry me?” There were beautiful red roses and before I knew it, he was down on one knee.

I think I asked 100 times, “Is this really happening?” Is this real life?” I was trying to soak it all in and all I remember was he said he loved me so much and then asked, “Caitlyn Rebekah, will you marry me?” to which I responded, “OF COURSE!” He pulled out the ring, which was so perfect and prettier than I could have ever imagined, and with shaky hands placed it on my finger! It was the very best day!

Q: What’s the best part about being engaged?

Dreaming about our future together has been one of the very best parts! We also have taken advantage of doing pre-marital counseling, which has allowed us to have some really good and intentional conversations in preparation for our marriage! Also furnishing our future sweet yellow farmhouse has been really fun!

Q: What advice would you like to share to other couples planning their wedding?

Something Jere and I say often to others is each couple’s time table is different and that’s okay! Just do what’s best for you as a couple and don’t worry about if it’s exactly what everyone else would do! Also you don’t need to spent a fortune on a wedding! Figure out what your priorities are as a couple, but then keep to your budget! At the end of the wedding day the important thing is that you are married and you were surrounded and celebrated by your loved ones!

To Jereme + Caitlyn:

Thanks for being up for anything! It’s not often we get to shoot with a couple more than once or twice a year, but we get to shoot with you three times this year! We are really looking forward to your wedding day. It’s going to be such a fun time, but until then, we hope you enjoy this little preview from your engagement session!

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