Merry Christmas!

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow... I will be taking a break to celebrate this season (and snow) with my family. I am normally finished with everything by Thanksgiving but this year that just did not happen. We have felt so busy and rushed that just taking time for our family devotions has been difficult. I am learning that it may not all get done but I will celebrate in what did.... that is a big push for a semi-perfectionist. For those of you wondering, still no arrival from our grand baby "B" but I talked with them this morning and they are enjoying their time off together while patiently awaiting her arrival. From our family to yours, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a New Year filled with His blessings.

the "k" family

I just love this family! The leader of the pack is such a sweet young lady. Can't wait to meet the next blessing in their family due this spring. Merry Christmas!

puppies -n- pj's

I have been burning the midnight oil, cranking out the Christmas cards, and am now trying to catch back up with my posts. 2008 photo sessions are officially over and I owe many thanks for the encouragement I have gotten this year. I am so blessed to have friends that are excellent photographers to learn from and dialog with (Thanks K & D) and the best clients in the world!

I just love pj pics but have never shot one with doggies : ) Thanks for braving the FRIGID cold Lyns! Love you!

Thanksgiving season

Every time I have the opportunity to do a friend's family pictures I am reminded how blessed we are to have such wonderful people in our lives. We are very thankful for the friendships that we hold so dear to our heart this Thanksgiving season.

I am so excited to team up with Crazy Daisy D-zine by Lauren to offer these sterling silver, lead free, glass necklaces. Keepsake ornaments, hung from ribbon, are also available. These both make a wonderful gift and all you do is provide your favorite photo. If you are needing a photo, I would be happy to set up a mini-session with that in mind.

Contact Lauren at crazydaisydzine@embarqmail.com for details.

Dinner was late!

Dinner got tossed aside when we spotted the sun setting Monday evening. Seven deer were out appreciating the same thing. Pictures just never do justice to the Lord's canvas.

Should I call this work or play?

I am loving these senior sessions : ) They are great with the outside the box thinking and it keeps me fresh. Maybe that is another reason that we will have a teen in our house for the next 16 years : ) (A) is as fun as she is beautiful. Thanks for the great morning but I hope you were not late for class!

a special thanks

I am long overdue in introducing my assistant and budding photographer, our daughter L. She has helped me for the last few months and it is to her that I was able to continue with jobs just 10 days after back surgery. She has done all the lifting, bending and carrying. After saving for her own Canon 40D from her summer job, she is now shooting with me too. The blessing of working with her is beyond what I could ever express or deserve. We have laughed a lot, learned a lot, and I will cherish these moments forever.

Senior session

This was a great session with so much variety. It was a great day with beautiful weather and sweet people. Thanks for the wonderful morning. The rest should be ready to view on-line soon.

family

This little one is at that great age of discovery. I loved seeing the pointed finger, crinkled nose and watching her smell everything. It goes by so quickly! Thanks for letting me capture this blessing : ) The rest will be ready to view soon.

cousins

I had a chance to shoot cousins lately. They kept me laughing the entire time. I love family and that was just too fun! Thanks guys. I am working on completing them. They will be ready to view soon.

Custom Christmas cards are here

(Click on image for a bigger view)Not quite sure what happened to the res. on the image but you can click on it for a more clear view. Just wanted to let you know that the Christmas cards are here and ready to roll. These two-sided custom cards come in packages of 25 and are completely customizable fit your family. All orders must be placed by Dec. 1. If these are not your colors, I do have some nostalgic "Classic Christmas" cards that I am working on.

catching up

I am catching up and beginning to shoot again. Thanks for being patient, but as a friend, I guess that is required : ) These two could not be any more sweet and it is always a pleasure.

precious Brooklyn

We have prayed for you, love you deeply, and can't wait to meet you. We are so excited to start this new journey in life as grandparents with you. What a blessing you already are.

going vintage

The music during this session was quite nice : ) The guitar inspired me to go with something a little different. I am just lovin' the vintage look. Thanks (A) for being "groovy."

sweet.

This precious little one is as sweet as can be. I am working on getting caught up so these are to hold you over Nicki : ) She is beautiful!

senior session update

What a trooper and a natural. You would never know he did not like to have his picture taken. I am pleased with the results and hope you will be. love the b&w and grunge!!

little lessons - worth their weight in gold

Sometimes I get stuck in the daily grind and to busy to notice the sweet innocence and wonder in our children. I am so thankful for the simple things they do that snap me back to the reality of just how blessed I am and the need to take time to stop and breathe in every moment with them. M does this to me quite often and yesterday was one of those times. She received a phone call from her dearest friend. I passed by my room to find her snuggled up in my bed with our well-worn copy of The Complete Tales of Beatrix Potter and the phone on speaker. It was the small voice of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle read in an English accent that captured my heart. She was reading it just as I had read it to her all those times. It was a mommy moment for me. The next time I am asked to stop and take a moment to read a story I hope I reflect back on this. It is not just that we stop and do it but how we do it that they remember. Thanks for the reminder M. I love you!

our little helper

We went to the apple orchard last weekend. This has become a family tradition and we had extra help with our little (J) this year. I will be posting more later.

2009 Seniors

Congratulations 2009 seniors! I am now booking fall sessions. Mention this blog and get 10% off your session until Oct. 15.

OUR SOLDIER

We received this picture from our oldest, and his wife, serving our country in S. Korea. We are so very proud and miss him more than words can say! Seeing your picture makes us smile. Thank you so much - we are counting down the days until we see you guys again. May God bless and keep you!