{B+A}

I had the amazing opportunity of spending the afternoon with these guys. They are definitely one of the most fun couples I have ever hung out with. Full of laughs, full of smiles, and full of love for each other. I have known them for a few years so when Ashlee called me up to ask about engagement pictures I couldn't even contain my excitement for them!!

We started their photo shoot where their engagement story began... Balboas. Brad surprised Ashlee with her ring and long awaited proposal at one of their favorite spots. I was busting a gut as they told me the story of Brad's nerves and Ashlee's excitement. He was so nervous he ended up just handing her the ring box.... I love it!

They are also huge Detroit Lions fans so when Ash asked if they could bring their jerseys I was so pumped. I love it when people personalize their photos! So much fun and so much personality!

And of course... you cannot forget to take a gander at this girls ring.... Beautiful!! Brad picked it out all on his own... way to go!!

They are so sweet and I cannot wait for them to tie the knot in June!! Congrats you guys!!

The {D} family

I have known this family for a few years now and have many different opportunities to interact with them. They are such a fun family and so so so sweet! We had so much fun at our mini session and ended up with a plethora of fun pictures.

I first met this little guy when he was just a few weeks old. You can check him out here... can you believe how big he has gotten?! Time just flies! He was so sweet and smiley the whole time... I seriously just wanted to stick him in my pocket and take him home with me.

These two were hilarious. Sara wanted her picture taken the entire time and Andrew just wanted to love, hug, and squeeze his baby brother... like only big brothers can. All the kids were an absolute dream!

Thank you Matt and Emily for sharing your family with me. It was wonderful to see you both again and to see how much all the kids have grown... they just make me smile.

The {R} family

One of the things that I love most about my job is the opportunity I get to meet amazing families... and this one did not disappoint! I had a couple of conversations with Stacy before the shoot and the thing that she wanted the most was a picture where they all looked good at the same time... once again, this family did not disappoint!

Are they not absolutely beautiful?!

I like to try and get to know my families before our shoot and one of the things that Stacy told me about her family is how much love they have for each other. She told me how she loves that even though her children are in totally different age ranges they still love and have fun with each other. As soon as I met them I saw just what she was talking about. They loved each other so much and had a great time trying to make each other smile.

And this little guy... how can he not steal your heart!

Thank you Stacy and Brandon for sharing your beautiful family with me! And don't worry Stacy, there are plenty with all of you looking good at the same time ;)

Christmas Bells are Ringing...

It is that time of year again...

Time to Enjoy.

Time to Celebrate.

Time to spread Cheer.

Go ahead and check

... Family Photos and Christmas Cards...

off your "to do" list before the season even starts.

Pass the word along

and

let the Celebrations begin!

[don't delay. sessions are limited]

I love me some girlies...

I had the most wonderful time in Dallas at the Secret Photography workshop. I met some wonderful people and learned some amazing things but most of all I got to photograph some of the MOST adorable kiddos!

There were 30 kids there for the afternoon and we got to just follow them around and allow them to be their sweet selves. I absolutely fell in love with these adorable girls... the clothes, the hair, the bracelets, the shoes... oh stop me, I really need a girl!

They were all so cute, so cooperative, and so endearing! Oh how I love little girls!

I heart faces: funny, silly faces

This is what happens when your child spends 3 out of the 4 years of his life having mom point the camera at him. He has come up with all kinds of faces so that he can show his independence while still doing what mom "asks" him to do. This face, along with sticking out his tongue, are among his favorites. When I saw this image I laughed and laughed because it is so him. When I read that I heart faces this week was about silly faces I knew this was the picture! Enjoy and then head on over and post one of your own!

I heart faces: Beaches

I came across this fun blog and figured... why not! The blog is so fun it is I ♥ Faces. This week week is all about the beach... and I have LOTS of beach pictures at the moment! Check it out and enter!!