I read another photographer’s blog and was inspired by her “grateful” post.  Rachel Clare is another photographer who’s work I have admired for so long but I have never actually met her in person. Her work inspires me, her blog is so stinkin’ cute and her personality makes me feel like we’ve been friends forever. I am thankful that in the world of photography there are grateful, wonderful people who are willing to share their wisdom and passion. I am THANKFUL for my children. My health. The people in my life who love me unconditionally (even through my love of country music and addiction to coffee) and inspire me to constantly reach for my dreams. To those I love, I thank you. I will forever be, GRATEFUL. XOXO

Now my attempt at a garden. My snow peas.

and a shot I took while on a recent family vacation camping in Virginia. Boys and water……they are just drawn to each other. It’s the simple things. Till next time………..

I was asked by Jen from work to do her wedding photos. I have to admit I was honored but also very scared! I think wedding photographers are some of the hardest working people out there and the pressure of having to capture that special day and getting the “right” shot really scares me. On that note……I agreed to do it. (I love a challenge) She looked beautiful and I was so happy to be a part of her day. I wish them the happiest of times, lots of laughs and cherished times together. Thank you for letting me share in your special day.

speical note: 25 comments gets Jen a free 8×10 of her choice.

and the cutest ring bearer…..

I am a nurse when I’m not photographing and I was lucky enough to meet Danie while working in the ICU. I have gotten to know her better over the years and even more since she asked me to takes photos at her wedding in September. I don’t claim to be a wedding photographer nor ever envisioned myself as one but I couldn’t turn down this opportunity since I love Danie so much. I hope I make her proud. We met and did some engagement photos of her and her husband to be and their cute kiddos. Here are just a few of the awesome shots we got that day. Thanks my friend for letting me photograph you and I can’t wait till your wedding. I’m so happy for you. XOXOXO

I hope you enjoyed the day with your loved ones. I hope you were pampered and loved. I think being a Mom is life’s great blessing. I am honored to be a Mom to 3 wonderfully funny, happy little people. I was showered with a handmade bird house, cards, candy and dinner prepared by my awesome hubby. Yes, I’m blessed. I leave with a photo of my oldest I took on the baseball field the other night. I love how awesome his eyes are. I love this boy.

I have been lucky enough to meet Kerry. She is from Georgia and moved here a few years ago knowing no one. She has since gone on to have 2 beautiful children and they live close to me. She became friends with my sister and through that we also have become friends. I love her accent. I love her style and I love her artwork. I was lucky enough to trade her photos I took of her children for her artwork. (I think I got the best deal) Don’t tell her. She sells her painting locally and I’m blessed to have them hanging above my bed now. I am thankful for her and I’m so glad our paths crossed. Please let me know if you’d like more information on her work.  Her artwork is a beautiful as her and her family.

I hope your Easter was filled with colored eggs, lots of candy and good times with friends and family. We had a great holiday here and I always enjoy spending time with my parents and siblings. We had the egg hunt at my parents and the kids got way to much candy. (I’ve helped them east some for the chocolate though) It’s the one time of year that Reese’s peanut butter cups can be for breakfast. I {heart} peanut butter eggs. (sigh)……..on that note, we jump for joy at the Easter season. We hope you did too!!

I was honored to be a part of an event in Media, PA through ARF. Animal Rescue. If you remember we adopted our dog Zoe from there and I thought this was a great way to “give back” for the gift of Zoe. I went and took photos of pets and the Easter Bunny at Four Paws Pet Store in downtown Media. It was a great event. I wanted to post some of the cats up for adoption and if you have any questions check out ARF on facebook for details. Their pets can also be found on petfinder.com. Thanks to my friend Jen for asking me to be a part of such a fun event!! They raised $400 that day to help with veterinary care for the animals they rescue.

I am lens-less. I ordered a spanky new lens and I’m waiting for it to come, meanwhile not knowing it was on backorder, I sold my old lens. So, here I am a photographer without a lens. UGH! I haven’t posted in awhile and decided I’d dig out some old photos from the summer and post one. I had fun with this and it made me realize that summer is indeed on it’s way! YEAH!! Keep checking back for some new photos with the new lens, when it arrives!! Happy APRIL!!!

they are having a sale. buy 4 get 3 free. I wanna go again. I miss it. I never thought I’d go 2 times within one year. I must be nuts. Now….to convince my husband.

So, I have always wanted a dog. I had a dog growing up and she was my best friend. Fluffy was her name. She was the one who always agreed with me, listened to me and understood when a boyfriend dumped me or my parents made me mad. I thought I’d marry someone, have kids and get a dog. My husband, didn’t think the same. He is allergic to dogs. Not just like sneeze and move on allergic but like itchy eyes, can’t breathe, need an inhaler allergic. So, we compromised. The kids and I begged, pleaded and bargained and we broke him down. My friend Jen who works for an animal rescue called one day and had 2 puppies she had rescued from Virginia. She thought one would be perfect for our family, the family who wanted a dog, but didn’t want a dog. We met “Buttercup”. We changed her name to Zoe, and we fell in love. My husband the non-dog person now feeds her, cleans up her business out of the neighbors yard and loves her like we do. She is the best dog and has the cutest face with the weirdest body shape. We don’t know what kind of dog she is, but we don’t care. We {heart} her and she is the best. I challenge you to open up your home to a rescue dog if you are ready for a pet. They are truly the best types of dogs. She’s crazy like all of us now and fits into this nutty house perfectly. Thanks Zoe for being so stinking cute!