Whew...

Well.

2010 was busy.

Very very busy!!

I am so grateful, humbled and happy to have worked with all of my wonderful clients. I enjoyed meeting all of your beautiful children, whether they were a week old or a young adult. I loved capturing smiles, smirks, hugs, pensive moments, sleepy heads and even the tantrums and tears! I saw so much love and beauty at the weddings I photographed this past year. Thank you, all, for allowing me to step into your lives for a brief moment.
I'm still catching my breath after a super busy fall and holiday season and I still have a few orders to fill. My mind is full of ideas for the new year. I'm very much looking forward to the upcoming winter days when the kids are back at school and I have the house to myself again. I'll tie up my loose ends from 2010 and get busy with 2011 plans. What is in store? I'm not really sure yet... possibly a new website (been thinkin' about this one for awhile), online ordering, new marketing material, re-vamping some pricing, some promotions, take a class, buy some new gear, etc... I'm just not sure yet, but I am excited about 2011.
Thank you again. I'm very blessed to love what I do and to be able to share it with you.
Cheers!

Snow Bunnies

My last session of the season was scheduled during what became a 95 hour long snow storm!! I was thrilled to spend an hour or so of it with this super family. The snow was deep and cold but we had a great time playing in it!

The beautiful older sister...
The super cute little sister...
Thought this was funny of the brother...
Some snowy snowy group shots!
Mom was providing a little extra snow burst in this cute shot! Love the expressions.Winter Wonderland!!
Thank you so much for making my last session of 2010 a flurry of fun!!!

Four!

I had the pleasure of photographing this wonderful group of 4 kiddos again this year. This year was especially fun because someone was having a birthday!!! Four years old is a very big deal!
Getting some cuddle time with big brother.
We made cookies and the little guy was way more interested in tasting than making.
AND... we ventured out into the snow. I think someone was V E R Y excited about the snow. I'm sure she is bursting at the seams now... a few days later and oh, about 2 feet of snow!!!!!!
Thank you AGAIN! Merry Christmas to your beautiful family.

Extra Awesome

I love what I do... I love meeting new people and spending a small bit of time with each family to capture the essence of their life. This family was no exception. Actually, these boys were extra amazing! From the minute we said "hello" I felt like they were people I've known forever. Easy, kind, charming, spirited, full of life and love...

They made my job seem so easy. We had a grand time on a *perfect* late November afternoon... the setting, perfect... I could have stayed there all day.

They were a very touchy, physical pair. There were headlocks.


And over-the-shoulder grab and carries (not sure the official name for this!)...

Climbing on the backs...
Being hung upside down. Poor younger brother...
And even an attempt to bag and kidnap the older brother. The action didn't stop the entire time I was there.

In the end, you're still brothers and you love each other. Looking up to big brother and keeping a watchful eye on the younger brother... that is what life is about.
And, Life is GOOD!
Thank you SO much! Your boys are very special!! I had so much fun!

Getting closer...

It is just about December, it is beginning to feel holiday-ish. Lights adorning homes glow at night, Christmas carols can be heard at any store, wreathes are being hung... 'tis the season!

I'm winding down my sessions, just a couple more scheduled for the season.
I was so happy to meet this young family with a two year old and seven month old... always fun ages!

Pretty pretty little girl... i adore this grin she is wearing!
Love from Mama.
Love it! My favorite part -- the Tigger clutched tightly in his hand. Apparently it is a well-loved stuffed animal.

You can't see it, but Tigger was in his left hand. CUTIE!

Thank you!!

On being grateful...

As I sit in my parent's home in Ohio getting ready for what undoubtedly will be a fun, noisy and delicious day, I realize how thankful I am. My kids are so happy playing in the basement (with ALL the toys) while Papa does his crossword. Nene and I will set the table for the 20+ family who will be here in a few hours. Life is good today, and every day. We have SO much for which to give thanks.

Happy Thanksgiving!

This sweet family makes me feel very grateful, too. I have photographed them several times and was so excited to visit them in their new house last week!

So cute!


Thank you guys for being so wonderful! Enjoy this day in your beautiful new home!

Did I say lickin' and touchin' and crazy?

Yesterday I posted about a fun and wonderful family who I enjoy photographing every year. The past couple of years they have had the cousins over for some shots, too. There is never a dull moment...
Here are a few of the cousins...

Pretty girl.

Pretty girl and brother. Love his smirk here. It seems as if he "tolerates" her.


Sister wasn't too happy the morning of our session. A bit grumpy some would say. I love her expression here. Didn't I mention that someone was always lickin', touchin', yellin', antagonizing, or bothering (and smiling and having fun) at all times?


What a great bunch of kids!

Thanks, thanks, thanks!!!!
You guys rock!

Just a few...

I'm going to be in big trouble if I don't post some of these pictures soon.
One of my favorite times of the year... family photos with this clan.
Always laughing (or licking or fighting or yelling or smiling or goofing off... ), NEVER a dull moment.
This is just the beginning... I haven't even really gone thorough the many MANY images we took (there are the cousins that need to be represented on the blog, too.... don't worry, coming soon!).


Ok, stay tuned crazy family... more are coming.

Baby Brother

Three sisters welcomed a new baby brother into the world in October. Just in time for the holidays!!

I don't think they're excited, do you?

Dad is totally smitten by his little boy. These girls will have a good time teaching their brother the ways of the world...
being silly...
being a tad ornery...
and just being cute... (this poor little girl wasn't feeling well during the session - what a trooper, though, she did her best to get some very pretty pictures!)
Mama loves her baby...
I could have stared at him all day, too. Sweet sweet baby!
Thanks so much - so fun to spend the morning with you!

Generations...

I liked this mom from the minute I read her first email. I could tell that she was full of life and love. She was interested in family photos, but my crazy fall schedule didn't fit with her crazy fall schedule (check back in Feb/March for when we do the family session).

Then, she contacted me again wanting to know if we could do a generation session with her grandmother, aunt and two beautiful daughters. Day off of school eased up some time for both of us and alas, we met. I knew I liked this mom. Her energy is contagious, her smile will brighten a room and she is so darn nice.
I had a great time with everyone, actually. I felt very at home with them.

Here she is with her Grandmother. I believe they were laughing about a certain young French penpal that Grandma had when she was a young lady. That topic seemed to get some good smiles out of everyone!


Four generations of hands.

Two cute, cute daughters... very much like their mother; smiley, great personalities, spunky.

Didn't we just see that face? Now you know where her daughters get it. By the way, I do have permission to post this picture... I knew it was going to be funny!
Man, does Mom look content or what? I can feel the love for sure. Love this image!Wonderful to meet you!
Thanks so much.

My favorite triplets!

I think I use that title every time I take pictures of this threesome! Growing big and bigger so fast - I saw them last in January when they turned 3. Now approaching 4 years old they have really changed since last time. So cute and very very sweet!

We met at Grammie and Grampies house with their cousin (who ironically has the SAME birthday as the triplets!) for a fun morning. We braved the flying snowflakes and head out for a few quick pics. It is hard to get three of any kids to stay together for a photo, let alone three of the same age. They did such a great job and there are so many cute ones like this!

I met this cutie when she was about 10 weeks old. I'd say she has changed! She was not givin' the smiles too much but we caught a few!




Then, enter Aunt Katie and she was a happy baby!! Don't you wonder what was going on behind me??
Hand down, probably going to be my favorite picture from the session... LOVE this sweet moment between Grammie and one of the triplets. Love how they're holding hands, love Grammie's smile. Love how I think I can hear the laughter. SO cute!
Thanks so much for inviting me into your wonderful family for the morning. I really enjoyed it!