Kelsey. QND. Senior. 2012.

Isn't she gorgeous! Kelsey was awesomely (yes it's a word;) patient for me. I wanted to try a few new things and she let me do whatever I needed. Such a sweet girl! I am looking forward to her full shoot outdoors! Thanks Kelsey! See you soon. =)

Flachs Kids.

The Flachs kids were so awesome to have in the studio. I really loved their sweet little personalities! I was lucky enough to photograph this family because of a fortunate Facebook win via contests on our Photography page. Mom (Nikki) won a beautiful 16x24 portrait of her children. Can't wait to see it on her wall! Thanks Nikki for allowing me to capture your little beauties. They are truly wonderful! =)

My beautifully wonderful friend, Crissy.

There are people in this world that show you the way, everyday. We meet so many friends in our lifetime that there is no chance we could ever remember all of them. Some of them are more memorable than others and then there are the elite members...the ones that will always be close to your heart no matter which direction you take in life. That elite class of individuals have certain characteristics that are unwavering. One thing about them is there uncanny ability to love life. Crissy is one of those people.

I met Crissy in grad school. We were just trying to get through the mundane tasks of homework and projects for 3 long years. We went to class together, studied together, and even completed a couple of projects. I may have taken for granted the time that I got to spend with her because at that time in my life, I thought 3 years was an eternity. Now that I have realized that it's a blink of an eye, I regret not living in our moment. There are so many times that I wish I could back to. A night out with the girls after class should have happened more often. A study group for statistics should have turned into a "little bit longer than necessary gab session." We had the moment, and it just slipped right by. It seems like a lifetime ago. Now, we have graduated, married, had some kids, bought a house, etc. Our lives have changed quite a bit over the past few years, and like many other relationships it has become less and less important to have that gab session. I miss her. I miss that moment, but I am not afraid of what will happen to our relationship. I am not afraid at all, because that elite group of people also have the ability to follow you wherever you go, no matter how bad you are about calling back or missing birthdays, or sending cards, that elite friend is one that just sticks around for everything, always. I am truly grateful for that friend that loves life, smiles always, and stays close even after 5 long years. I am truly grateful for her. I love you, Crissy. Thanks for your friendship. I will cherish it always.

**Just a side note--Crissy is welcoming her second little bundle in March. We are SO excited for her , Andy (dad), and (big sister) Callie. That little guy is the luckiest man alive. I CAN'T wait to snuggle him! =) Congrats!!!

Charlie and big brother Wilson

Oh Charlie. Such a beautiful little boy with a wonderful family. I am so glad that they chose me to capture their family during such a special time in their lives. I do believe that our paths were destined to cross! Elisha (mom) was actually from the area that my husband grew up in. They now live in Quincy! They know many of the same people. It really is crazy that our world is such a small place. I am grateful for that...makes me feel warm and cozy. =) I know, I know, I am dork. Don't hold it against me.

Enjoy the post-view! Can't wait for the summer family session with the magnolia trees, the pram, and the SUN!! Going to be breathtaking. Thanks for the wonderful idea, Elisha. Looking forward to it.