When Tianna and Nathan asked me to come to Sparland, Illinois for their engagement session, I was reluctant. My schedule is SO full, it felt impossible to fit in a 300 mile round-trip journey. I convinced Conrad to come with me to keep me company on the long drive. As we rode together into the heart of Illinois I began to feel a wave of peace wash over me. When we arrived at Nathan's family farm and set foot onto their gravel driveway, I was immediately thankful for the opportunity to get away from the chaos I had left behind. Tianna and Nathan welcomed us warmly into their home and shared their favorite quiet places with us along their sprawling property. The farm has been in Nathan's family for FIVE generations, and he takes great pride in what he does. Tianna beamed as she talked about her fiancé and the love they share. By the end of the night, as we sat and talked about their wedding plans over a beer, we felt like we could stay forever visiting with this amazing couple in this peaceful place.