Little John is ONE!

Happy 1st Birthday Little John. I love you my precious baby boy! En route to North Carolina, we stopped at my friend's house for a few days to break from driving. It was a lovely time out from our road trip. The weather was beautiful. The boys played outside all day. We stayed up late and slept in. It was wonderful. I brought along a couple props just in case John was in the mood for a mini-shoot. I had bought some of those Huggies jean diapers, which are adorable by the way. They went perfectly with the tie and sunglasses, don't you think? John loved being free to roam on the front porch. He also enjoyed swinging on the porch swing, so I thought it was fitting to take his pictures there. So much of him reminds me of Beau, like his facial expressions, his ears, and his build. He does have brown eyes though, and those he got from me thank you very much. Ha. ha. Love you John. I pray that as we begin our life in a new location that you will be blessed through and through with all that God has planned for you.

Mom & Dad

 So, these two beautiful people are my parents. AND this is what 35 years, 6 children, and 2 grand-children looks like on a couple. My parents are the best. Their love, help, and support for me and my family has been amazing. I am so thankful to have such caring and giving parents. I had to take a few snaps of them before I left South Florida. My favorite place, besides the beach, to shoot in this location is the local country club. That's where we decided to do the mini-shoot. They were doing such a great job of posing I didn't have to direct them much, but I did have to remind them that their daughter was the one taking the pictures. Ha. Ha. Silly kids! Love you both. Mucho. xoxo.

Dharma & Scott {Engaged!}

Georgia. Memorial Weekend. Beautiful weather. Lovely Engagement Session.
Need I say more? Okay. I'll elaborate a bit more. Dharma & Scott are getting married in September. They are a precious couple who met at church through friends.
I first met Dharma in Bible Study at church. I remember her always smiling and being so easy to talk to. It is amazing the blessed changes God can arrange in a life in one year's time. A new location, new job, new church, and SMACK! ya bump into the person God created just for you. Happenstance? I think not. The Lord likes to plan things that are above and beyond our expectation, pleasant surprises included. Scott is such a gentleman. We had to travel short distances to the various spots for the shoot. Y'all, he opens and closes doors, he tenderly looks after Dharma, and the man is smart too. He graduated from Mercer and is now an engineer. Its alot more technical than that though. I'm a visual person, so when I heard Mercer and engineer my mind saw numbers and equations. I am so happy that I had this opportunity to capture this speical time for Dharma & Scott. Enjoy this time. See you both in September!

Moving...

Thank you to all my clients, family, and friends in Florida. We are so grateful for your love, support, and prayers for our family. The Lord has blessed us tremendously here. This experience is one that we will never forget. Farewell South Florida.

Psalm 33:11~ But the plans of the Lord stand firm forever, the purposes of his heart through all generations.

60th Anniversary

I LOVE this couple! My grandparents have always been a big part of my life. The legacy of our family's faith and the foundation of family traditions all started there with them. I am so honored to have had the blessing of capturing this beautiful milestone, their 60th Wedding Anniversary. The joy that fills my heart to see my grandparents with my children is indescribable. Thank you Lord for blessing me with grandparents who love You and know You and share Your Love with those they encounter. God, You are so good! Grandma & Papa, I love you!

Brooke & Dan {Engaged}

Newly engaged, Brooke & Dan met me at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens for their shoot. A perfect place for portraits because of the landscaping and unique layout of the garden area. You'd miss the little nooks here and there if you decided to run through it. Careful observances allow for optimal shots at this location. The day couldn't have been better. Brooke was a tad nervous due to a storm lurking in the clouds a few miles out. The overcasted sky yielded some beautifully lit images. The storm was still coming though, and Brooke & Dan kept up like troopers. We'd stop take a couple frames then I'd command, "Great! Let's move!" LOL! It was a race to beat the rain...and we won! Brooke & Dan, thank you for allowing me to capture this time in your journey together. I can't wait until the wedding! Love to you both.

Twins!

Welcome Brooklyn & Beckham! These sweet 2 week old twins were just the picture of perfection. Both brother & sister slept practically the whole time during our shoot. Visiting this family's home was so delightful. Just watching Brooklyn & Beckham's mommy and daddy work together as a team to feed the twins, love on them, and change diapers...it warmed my heart. Capturing this family was such a pleasure. I could feel the love that God has poured over this family. Brooklyn & Beckham definitely liked being close to one another, which was so sweet. They just looked more comfy when they were nestled together. It was such a blessing to meet them and capture this precious moment in their lives. Thank you Gray Family! Y'all are a beautiful family.