a belated veteran note

This family is very busy with a 7 year old, who will be 8 in just a few days, and twin 7 month olds. Dad was home from Iraq for just several weeks and will return to serve another 6-7 months. So, it was perfect timing to get some family pictures. Also on their plate is some much needed family time with a trip to Kansas City. Sounds like the perfect plan to me. Hmmm, maybe this is food for thought = )

I saw this on Facebook and thought is worthy of repeating as well as appropriate...

"A Veteran is someone, who at one point in their life, wrote a blank check payable to the United States of America for an amount up to, and including, their life. That is beyond honor, and there are way to many people in this country who no longer remember that fact. Copy and paste if you are a Veteran, know a Veteran, love a Veteran."

Fall is in full force = )

Last year I met this wonderful family and photographed their boys. This year they returned to get a much needed family portrait. The day was beautiful, the Husker's were winning, the glorious fall colors were in full force and all was well in the land of Nebraska! I absolutely LOVE this time of year. The colors, the cooler temps, the holiday preparations, etc...

Austin - Senior Rep Class of 2011

Meet Austin, a senior at EHS. As you might gather from his images, he is very tall. Of course, it was one of the few times I didn't bring my stepping stool but I managed = ) Austin was extremely relaxed and natural, making my job all that much easier.

I've had a few inquiries from you juniors out there. Yes, it's never too early to get on the schedule for next year and get the rewards of being a rep.

my little friends...

I got the pleasure of returning to my favorite school and photographing my "little friends". Some remember me from the year before, some are new and are very leery of me and some have graduated and moved on to different schools. I love that for a few hours, I get to forget stress, deadlines and many of the responsibilities associated with my adult life as I relish life through the eyes of children. I always leave with a smile on my face = )

2nd shooting an amazing wedding

I had the pleasure of second shooting a wedding with my dear friend and fellow photographer Holly. I have to say that I LOVE 2nd shooting a wedding where the pressure isn't entirely on one person. Plus, it's great to collaborate ideas, etc... I wasn't sure what to expect having no background with the couple. However, their love and commitment to each other was very apparent upon meeting them where I was warmly welcomed. Their wedding was a very small, intimate affair filled with special details. I had so much fun and am thankful for the invite to 2nd shoot = ) I hope we can do it again!

Love is all you need...




Married at last!


Girls having a little fun post ceremony and dinner...


Cute little man who was playing a little hide and see with me. He had a twin brother, obviously equally as handsome!


Getting a groove on...

Baby Landry

This sweet speciman of baby belongs to my good friend, who you might remember as the stunningly beautiful pregnant mama. I loved spending a portion of the afternoon with them, holding and bouncing a beautiful baby boy to sleep, visiting and of course photographing! Newborn photographers make it look so easy - but they are long, hard (but super fun!) work! I think this guy had the most precious lips ever!

my hygienist's family

The beautiful mother of this family is my dental hygienist. People, if you are looking for a good hygienist look no further. She is fantastic. Most people choose a dentist by referrals from others and by which offices are covered under their dental insurance. And, while the dentist is important isn't it really the hygienist that we spend most of our time with? I can sit down in the chair and and pick up where ever we left off at 6 months ago. And, S can probably give you a few good stories about me. Like the time I cried in her chair while watching Oprah. Or, the time I nearly fainted when getting a shot.

S, it was so good to meet this family of yours I hear about every 6 months!