A few weeks ago one of my good friends called me with some exciting news – she and her husband are having a baby! After chatting for a while about mommy and baby things, she told me that she was due around the time she was supposed to be shooting a wedding, and she asked if I would be willing to shoot it for her. Of course I jumped on the chance to help my friend, so she put me in touch with Kevin and Lauren. Hello, could I have asked for a cuter couple? No, I don’t think so. They’re adorable! I sat down for coffee with these two last week, and our quick meet and greet turned into a three hour long conversation. They’re wonderful, and I’m so excited that I get to be a part of their wedding!

These make me smile!

I don’t remember what was said here, but apparently it was quite funny.

Lauren: You are gorgeous.

Kevin and Lauren, you two are wonderful. I’m so excited about being a part of your wedding

Get ready to say, “Hello again!” to a young lady whose beautiful face has graced this journal quite a few times this summer. Kim is one of my sorority sisters, and she was a bridesmaid in both Rebecca and Christine’s weddings. Her handsome man Kyle recently proposed, and now it’s her turn to walk down the aisle! I could not be more excited for her. Unfortunately, I was already booked for her wedding date, but that didn’t keep me from giving them some snuggly portraits to celebrate their engagement. Enjoy!

It could be because I’m getting older. It could be because I’m getting married soon. It could be because it’s the first time in five years that I haven’t had to think about exams while eating turkey. Whatever the reason, though, I find myself more spirited and more thankful this Thanksgiving than I have been in a long time. I’m overwhelmed by the love I receive from my family, my friends and my wonderful fiance. My heart swells knowing that I have incredible clients who appreciate my style and invite me to be part of such an important time in their lives. I am so thankful to have what I consider to be one of the best jobs in the world, and it’s clients like Ashleigh who make me feel this way. When we first got together to chat about her wedding plans, we ended up hanging out and having lunch. We talked and laughed like old friends, and I knew that I would have an amazing time celebrating with her and Troster, the love of her life.

Guys, I had so much fun hanging out with you and photographing you. Happy Thanksgiving

I love that Ashleigh has to stand up out of her shoes on her tip toes to kiss Troster. He’s so tall!