Blog Problems and a Quickie Vacation

I've just discovered than on some monitors the photos on my blog look distorted and pixely. Apparently its not consistent, but I've had reports that for some the images don't look like they are supposed to. It would help me out if you could leave me a comment or send an email and let me know what you see. Do the images show up clear and sharp or distorted and choppy? Also, let me know what web browser you're using. I'm use a 24" iMac and use Firefox for my browser, and my images look correct. I'm baffled!

Also, I'm away for the holiday weekend, so emails/calls will be returned on Tuesday.

I took Sarah to get her hair cut today and its now just below her shoulders! I'll post a shot of it after we get back home. In the meantime, here's how long it was ...

Sweet Curls

Luck was on our side Saturday morning ... we managed to get Ava's 1 yr session in before the rain! Miss Ava has the prettiest blue eyes and the sweetest little curls you've ever seen. Betcha her hair is going to be gorgeous as she grows up. This little doll has already been walking for a couple of months, and she made me work to keep up with her!! And check out the adorable outfits her mom had for her ... just gorgeous!

Here's your sneak peek, Paige, and thanks for being so great to work with!

This one has already become a favorite of mine!! I love that you can see those adorable curls so clearly. =)


Peek-a-boo! You know me, I love black & whites and I thought this one was just crying out for it. I love it in color too ... but you will have to wait to see the color version, Paige! =)


Aww, those cute little pursed lips!


I just love the intensity of her expression here.

Announcing Holiday Minis

As promised, here are the details for this year's holiday mini sessions. I'll be doing these in blocks of 15-20 minutes, and I will only be scheduling 3 sessions per date/location. You are always welcome to schedule a full session if you want the additional time and images to choose from. My Holiday Minis are designed to get you those holiday card images as well as a few extras for gifts and such. Below are the sample cards I am using this year. If none of these meet your needs, don't worry, we can come up with something together. And while I've designed these Minis around two special collections, you are welcome to add on any regular products you'd like.

Book early to reserve and hold your spot! And now, without further ado ... here's the scoop.

Click HERE to download the PDF file.
Click on the photo to view a larger version.


A sample of holiday cards to choose from ...
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And where, you may be asking, are these two locations? And what, you may be asking, do they look like? I'm glad you asked! =)

A couple of sessions from Providence Village
HERE and HERE.

And a couple of my all-time favorites from Madison County Nature Trail on Green Mountain (so gorgeous in the fall!) ...

It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas

Ok. So maybe its not really beginning to look a lot like Christmas. As I sit here checking the current forecast its a toasty 92 degrees, not exactly the kind of thing to get you in the holiday spirit!!

Despite the heat and the humidity, its actually time to start thinking about your holiday images and cards! This year I'm setting aside two separate days for holiday mini sessions. What are minis you ask? They are 15-20 min sessions, designed to get you that special image(s) for your holiday cards and gifts.

I've had lots of you asking me for details about holiday sessions, and I promise, I will give you all of the details on Monday! I'll post sample cards as well.

And what would a post be without a few photographs?? I did a mini session with Sarah and Anna waaaay back in March, that I just recently got around to editing. I fell in LOVE with this mural!! And the adorable outfits they're wearing? I purchased them from the Posh Mommy & Baby boutique in Madison. I highly recommend it for super cute kids' clothes.

Anna's Turn!

For school to start, preschool, that is. Tuesday was Anna's first day back to preschool. She is going to a different school this year and so far she LOVES it. Her teachers are super sweet, and she has been having a blast. Yesterday she actually cried because it wasn't a school day. As we were leaving this afternoon she kept saying over and over "I LOVE school." Very sweet. =)

Naturally I had to document her first day of school. Because she was so excited I decided fun, bright colors were the way to go!

All dressed and ready to go, backpack and all!




"Are ya coming Mommy?!"


Pretending to be SHY. HA!!!


(aren't these red doors gorgeous?!)
Waiting ...


Today on the way home from preschool Anna was full of chatter (nothing unusual about that!). She LOVES music class, and really enjoyed coloring and painting.

She started telling me about how she wants to be a teacher one day, and build schools.

Anna: And one day when I'm a teacher I can build schools, too.
Me: So you want to be a teacher when you grow up?
Anna: Uh-huh, and build schools, too.
Me: So you're going to be a teacher AND build schools?
Anna: Yep.
Anna: And Daddy can help.
Me: Build the schools?
Anna: Yep.
Me: And can Mommy help?
Anna: Nope, you're just a Mom. Only Teachers and Daddies.
Me: But Mommies can help build things, too.
Anna: NO. Only Teachers and Daddies.
Me: Well what can Mommies do then?
Anna: Um. (thinking) Well, you can drive the care, and put on seat belts.
Me: Is that IT?
Anna: Well, you can go in the house too.

Um. Gee. Thanks, Anna. Stinker! =)

And my efforts to let her know that Mommies can do lots of things were not well received!! Guess we've got some work to do on convincing her. =) And she didn't quite believe me that Mommies can also be Teachers.

Sharing a Slideshow

A number of people have asked me to share the adorable Lincoln's entire newborn gallery once it is done. Rather than link to the gallery, I've included the slideshow here on the blog, which has all of the images. BIG THANKS to mom, Christa, for being willing to share. Enjoy! =)

The Crazy Campbell Clan

On Friday I had a photo session with the Campbell family. Now this is a family I can really relate to ... they were constantly joking, teasing, and playing together. It was easy to see how much fun they have together, and I really enjoyed hanging out with this crazy bunch!

Here's your sneak peek ... enjoy!












And I had to get a little sunflare with some silhouettes. =)

Back to School

I can't believe its already that time ... BACK to SCHOOL!! This summer has just flown by. Yesterday was the big day ... Sarah is now officially a 1st grader. And its easy to tell she feels so much more grown up than last year. =) She was feeling a little anxious this year, worried about all of the changes. She met her teacher at the open house and liked her right away. All of the kids' desks had their name on them, so she was able to go around the room and see who she knew from last year, plus get to see and talk to a few of them.

We left for the bus stop a few minutes early, so that there would be time for me to take pictures. =) Even so, Sarah was all worried about missing the bus, so she wasn't very cooperative at all. Ah well, you get what you get, right?!

This wasn't the ideal spot, I know.


So not in the mood to stand where I wanted her to.


Off to the bus stop ...




A VERY quick stop for a photo ...


And one of little sister, seeing off her big sister. Anna goes to preschool two days a week this year, but her school doesn't start until next week. Anna has been in the throes of the Traumatic Threes lately. But she has so enjoyed getting some one-on-one Mommy-time these last two days. She's been in such a great mood. Hmmmm.

Just One

Sarah has always been a big fan of the Disney princesses. For a while there she was watching the movies all the time. Right now its Hannah Montana. How did that happen?! I didn't think she even knew who Hannah Montana was. That's a post for another day. =) Anyway. Anna hasn't really gotten into the princess movies yet. But she LOVES all things princess. And her favorite dress-up outfit is Snow White. I just couldn't resist adding the apple. ;)



I'm off to Atlanta for a girls weekend!! I will not have my computer with me, so I will return emails on Monday.