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Never been much of a hunter but I did some duck shootin’
a couple days ago.
Invited to the most amazing gig involving 2 pieces of Americana
Gonna take a week off to get it all pretty for you
but I’ll be back and when I do get ready to
QUACK GYPSY style!
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tender like the smell of a newborn baby’s skin
and mama’s soft kisses so is time.
Why just 9 days before this photo was snapped
we were talking about the beautiful baby to come with
a sweet little one who couldn’t even begin to fathom how
much his little world was about to change.
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yep mama’s got a bun in the oven right here!
yep it happens just like that.
while you and me were sleeping, shopping, making dinner
doing homework, folding clothes
(well i technically wasn’t doing that but i should’ve been)
a family of 3 officially became 4
and just like that hearts were stretched with more love,
lots of smiles and wonder.
now in 2 year old world i’m sure
it doesn’t seem all that sweet at the moment–
in fact it’s probably more like “uh what’s the deal here?”
but no worries sweet boy — you just scored someone
who not only will be fun to push around in your wagon in a year or so –
but if you’re lucky she’ll be your best friend one day.
A girl who will make you laugh and cry, mad and happy,
all in the same day sometimes.
And if nothing else….she’ll have lots of cute
friends to smile at
sweet girl with tender moments to spare right now
so soft and pink and sleepy….
safe in daddy’s arms with him wrapped around
her itsy bitsy fingers just like a tender fairy tale.
Keeping time seems so easy and slow right now
but will be gone before you can say graduation.
Enjoy all of the warm, fuzzy kisses & count those slow seconds—
they pass way too fast.
Her favorite ensemble
sometimes the photo angels just smile down and you
and bless you with an amazing set up as was the case yesterday.
there’s that glow
loved my assistant– Theresa– Allie’s mom.
Not only did she help me with equipment but
i loved her side commentary like,
“honey we need to see some more leg”
Love how she ‘got it’!
I hope your “22 kisses” were well spent
I’ve been meaning to post about this forever.
Thanks to a 3-day weekend I finally found time to
do a little photo session to complete the special day…
my son’s first commununion.
Couldn’t help but reflect that morning.
Thinking about how it was not long ago at all
that we had baptized him (only 8 years).
My 1st photoshoot– and the reason I bought the first
Canon Rebel that started it all…..
Hard to believe he was only 8 months old.
Flash forward 8 years and after many classes and workshops
here he is on his last day of catechism with his Communion banner
getting ready for one of the biggest days of his spiritual life.
Daddy getting his little man ready and telling him how proud he was.
His love for Jesus overwhelms me.
Maceo was just beside himself with joy and pride that day.
I will never forget the reverence and maturity he displayed.
1.5 years of preparation including many nightly catechism classes,
family study, summer camp,
workshops and the momentous day was here!
It was such an emotional morning.
True story…I had a perfect shot, good enough lighting,
and perfect moment in view
when he actually received communion.
But I put my camera down and decided to just take
in the moment with my husband <gasps from the crowd>.
It was just a beautiful, perfect, spiritual moment and I wanted
to feel and love every second of it not from behind a device.
As a photographer this was a tough decision.
But my Faith spoke to me and I listened.
Which also explains why I’m such a mess in this picture.
Hubby and I bawled like babies– we practically made a scene.
All set to the beautiful song, “Bread of Life” (see slideshow above).
Onward to the celebration!
Shells to celebrate in honor of St. Peter,
Maceo’s baptismal saint.
Unfortunately, I didn’t photo much of our celebration
but I can tell you it was a wonderful sweet evening spent
with loving friends and an awesome spread.
So here we are FIVE months later and finally found time for
a communion shoot.
The location wasn’t my first or even second choice
but between scouts, taekwondo, school, social commitments,
etc….we just couldn’t find the time to do it elsewhere.
But in way I’m glad we did do it at the church he made
his actual Communion for historical reasons
and it is a lovely church after all.
I am beyond proud and filled with happiness for Maceo.
I feel like this was the single most important and substantial
gift we could ever give him….
a love and connection to Jesus
through his faith.
What could be more important than that?
Somewhere beyond the sea
and over the rainbow really…
You first met Marci last year with her AMAZING
Woodforest Fairy party for Mary Kate & Emory.
Just when I thought surely THAT couldn’t be outdone–
I found myself in awe of this year’s party!
I can’t begin to explain how much I love Marci’s
style– the ideas, the colors, the activities, the love.
Might be easier to show you what I’m talking about….
The love…sweethearts!
And oh how they tugged at my heart with their,
“Hi Miss April….remember our tea party last year“
How BLESSED I am that I get to share that memory with them.
The spread…as calming as the sea with simple touches.
The spread was beautiful and yummy.
Classic and simple.
Funny story here….So i asked Marci
who made the cookies so I could properly credit.
A guest said, “MARCI MADE THEM!” to which Marci replies
“They’re not the perfect ones”.
MARCI!!
How cute are these clam shell cookies!?
Love how the silver gives a touch of whimsy and especially b/c it’s a kid party.
Cutest jellyfish PB&J sandwiches
Love the burlap table cloth, mason jars, straws….I could go on and on…
Prepare yourself.
Our lovely hostess MADE these amazing finned towels for each guest.
Martha Stewart is drooling right now…
And if that wasn’t enough–
Marci MADE — yes— MADE this amazing Ariel costume
and had the girls’ swim coach to dress up as Ariel.
Britta not only looked GORGEOUS but Marci tells me that she
is a drama student. She played the part perfectly and you thought you
were actually talking to the real Ariel!
The girls LOVED Britta and listened to a couple of
“fish tales”.
Soon after everyone made their way to the “sea” where
enjoyed lots of splashing and splooshing and giggles.
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