June Bug Is Turning Three!

 I remember the day June was born very well! I was so excited for my dear friend to finally get to experience one life's greatest gifts, motherhood. Now, here we are, almost 3 years later, chasing her across an open field trying to take her 3 year pictures! It's crazy how fast it all goes, and it's been a joy watching Bug grow into the beautiful and sweet little girl she is.

Happy Birthday, June Bug!!

Enjoy my favorites from our session!

Kate Marie Is Here!

Miss Kate Marie came into this great, big world on January 16th of this year. She joins Daddy, Mommy, and big sister Claire! She certainly has made their family complete.

 I've known this sweet family for a little over two years now. We met when their daughter Claire was getting ready to turn one, so getting to watch their family grow has been a lot of fun!

Claire has got to be one of the best big sisters I've ever seen! She was so caring and nurturing to her baby sis. If Kate cried, Claire was right there to kiss and love on her to get her to calm down. She is such a hands-on big sister, and I loved watching her with sweet Kate.


Brian and Chris, you made two beyond GORGEOUS girls! I'm blessed to have been able to capture your family for the last two years. Thank you for having me along for the ride!!


Enjoy my favorites from our session!

Deacon Is Turning Three!

I had the pleasure of capturing sweet Deacon to celebrate his big birthday coming up! I've been able to take Deacon's pictures since he was 6 months old. It's crazy how fast the time has gone!

In addition to turning 3 this year, Deacon is getting promoted to BIG BROTHER this summer! He is getting TWO siblings come July, and he's going to be the best big brother!



Enjoy my favorites from our session!

January Deployment 2017

If I had to name this particular photo shoot, I would call it "Perspective."


When I kissed my husband goodbye this morning, I had the promise that he would come home promptly at 5pm. He will play with my daughter after a long day at work. He will help with the dishes after dinner. He will help put our daughter to bed. He will snuggle up with me on the couch to watch TV. He will wake up by my side the next morning and repeat...

Yesterday, several spouses, mothers, fathers, daughters, sons, grandmothers, grandfathers, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and countless friends came to see their soldiers off.
Moments like this, watching these families and friends give their last hugs, last kisses, one more inhale-and-remember-their-smell kinda hug, and one more make-it-last kiss, really can put our day-to-day in perspective. I was reminded many times yesterday to be grateful for what I have and to be grateful for the many brave men and women who are fighting to protect my country every single day. I was reminded that beyond this deployment day, these families will continue to hurt, to worry about, to miss, and to pray for their soldiers.

To the soldiers and their families and friends,
Thank you for allowing me to capture these most precious moments. It truly was an honor.
I hope I did you proud.