Back in business!

So I really didn't mean to disappear from blogging for six months! Actually, I practically disappeared from everything for quite a while. But I'm back! And full of news news news.

The first bit of news is we're expecting a baby! The little one is due in mid-November. We're super duper excited! Crazy bad morning sickness is a big part of what kept me in hiding for so long. Boy, am I ever glad to be done with that!

Our second piece of news is that we bought our first house! We moved in just two weeks ago (yes, I am still very much surrounded by boxes everywhere!). We absolutely love our new place! We're still in walking distance from downtown Plymouth, have a great yard, and have been blessed with a house that is everything we wanted. It will be fun making it our own!

Those two big happenings are the culprits for my lack of getting much work done lately! I'm looking forward to getting back to shooting, editing, updating (man that website hasn't been updated in over a year!), and doing all the other business-y things I love.

Seeing as our baby is due in November, if you're planning on scheduling a session for this year make sure you get one in before mid-October! I'll be shutting down shop temporarily once Baby makes his/her arrival, and will probably continue hibernating through the winter. :) Spaces are limited, so get those calendars out right now and let's get that scheduled!

The Wrights

I have been looking forward to doing a lifestyle session with the Wrights for quite some time. They're such a sweet, beautiful, and happy family, and they exceeded my expectations in every way!

Since baby Camryn was enjoying her morning nap when I arrived, Jadon got some fantastic quality time. Reading a book was the first order of the day. I love this expression!


Then it was time to play with cars...


Jadon loved the tickle fights, wrestling, jumping, chasing, climbing... Whew! I bet he enjoyed a nap after all that!


Running around all over the house makes getting some blurry shots inevitable. Those don't usually make the cut, but I just fell in love with this one. The movement and emotion is perfect.


I think he was getting a little worn out?


Taking a rest reading with Daddy. I love how they each have their own teddy bear!


While the boys took a break with a book, Camryn had awaken and was enjoying a meal. Such a beautiful, quiet moment.


Too cute!



Jadon had gotten his second wind! Suzy told me that Jadon climbs all over Don on a daily basis. Who needs a jungle gym when you have Dad?


And then came my favorite line of the day, from Suzy: "Jadon, do you want to jump on the bed?" Yep--the perfect parents! :)


I love love LOVE this one!


Such beautiful ladies!



And then it was family story time. Aren't they picture perfect?


It was such a fun day! Be sure to check out their slideshow to see the whole experience!

Some KISSes!

Welcome to 2011!

I've been anxious to show you all the awesome KISS Linen albums I made for baby Frankie. I had to keep them a secret until they could show up as Christmas presents!

Make sure you check out Frankie's album design! It was so fun to capture his first six weeks (and even a little when he was still in the belly!), and an album is the perfect way to tell that story.

Who wouldn't love something that comes in such a pretty package?


The Mini KISSes were super duper cute. They were perfect for the grandparents!


This is the 8x8 Linen KISS with one of the Mini KISSes:


Such wonderful presents!

I'm looking forward to all that 2011 has in store! Can't wait to share it with you all. :)

Frankie's slideshow

Frankie, you are a miracle, a joy, and a gift. Your first six weeks have been just the beginning of an amazing journey God has prepared for you!

Enjoy your slideshow!

Frankie at Six Weeks

You saw a bit from his very first day in the world, and a bit from his first week. Now he's six weeks old! It's amazing how fast babies grow! It's been so fun seeing Frankie so much during this time, and it's been awesome to capture some lifestyle sessions for he and his parents to cherish over the years. These precious little moments pass by so quickly!

I love this one! I just can't get over how cute he is!



I love what Jeanette envisioned for the nursery and how well it came together! Frankie will always know how special his family is and how much they all love him.


This has to be the most awesome baby mobile ever!


Jeanette's mom used to sing "You are my sunshine" to all the grandchildren who were blessed to have known her. Now she can still be a part of it all.


He loves watching his mobile:



Melt my heart!





I can't help but smile with this one:



Frankie's so full of smiles!

The Cannons

When Matt and I moved to Plymouth less than a year ago (is it really coming up on one year?!), God led us to an amazing church where we have been challenged, encouraged, and loved. We're incredibly blessed to be there. The Cannon family was one of the first to make us feel welcomed and it's been such a pleasure getting to know them and learning from Brad every Sunday.

I knew I would have fun taking their fall family pictures! Those kids kept me laughing!


Aww.... Such a sweet couple:


Autumn, Bella, and Max are a hoot! It was fun to see their different personalities in full gear!






Becky came up with some really fun ideas:


It's been such a blessing knowing this family and I look forward to getting to know them better over the years!

A Day on the Farm

Some of my favorite things (a gorgeous autumn day, time with fantastic friends, two cute kids, and getting to shoot a lifestyle session) all aligned to create a wonderful day with some great pictures!

I can't believe it's been two years since I last got to take pictures of my good friend Corey's family. Aedan has grown so much, and little Riley has been added to the mix!

The Brickers have a tradition of spending every available Saturday at "The Farm" in Milan with Jeremy's horse, Kal. I knew that doing a lifestyle session with them on one of those Saturdays would be a perfect way to help them cherish those memories forever.

Lifestyle sessions are my absolute favorite thing to do. Being able to capture real memories, moments, and expressions is just priceless. But before we embarked on the fun-filled day, we headed up to the hay loft to try for one quick family portrait. A little tickling had to be employed to get the boys to cooperate for this one.


It was fun to watch Riley observing every little detail around the farm.


Doesn't Aedan look so grown up?


I think he was waving at Daddy, who was with the horses.


Aedan was such a helper!



I love this expression!


When Corey was brushing Kal, Riley leaned in for a hug, and gently rubbed Cal's side. Oh, melt my heart...





Jeremy let Kal work off some energy before the family rides.


Aedan loves riding.




I had to be sure to capture some special time between Jer and Kal.



I'm so glad I got to experience such a special part of their lives! Check out their slideshow to see more of the day.