The happiest kid in town!

Last week we saw some old friends and we met little JJ Long.  He is so cute you can be sure to see more of him in the future. 

It was pretty cold outside but he loves to laugh and play and how can you resist that smile!

This one is my favorite... I could watch that grin for days!  Look for more of this little one, his personality will certainly shine here again!

I Saw Santa!

This past Saturday I went to my first annual Wake Forest Town Christmas Parade.  Well - it was my first in about 10 years anyway.  Lots of folks came out and we had a full range of marchers and the girl scouts said the cookies are coming next month!  Watch out!

Sean and I wished we had some mini trucks like these, and the perfectly dressed classic cars were a treat!

I waved and waved but Santa was only looking for the kids - I hope I'm still on the nice list! Merry Christmas to all - and to all a good night!

Snow? Are you kidding?

This morning I awoke to the gentle flurries that may just frighten me into believing that a White Christmas is still possible here in the great southern state of North Carolina. You may wonder why I am not posting an image of such a sight that is so rare and incredible. Let me explain... it was 6:30 am that the snow was falling and despite the beauty I am not the one to run out in my P.J.'s and photograph the weather! So, I stood in the window and just watched. Then by 7 it was turning to slush and the beauty was gone so this is what we call realizing that you are old! I'm sure every child in Wake county was praying for no school but I was thinking about how cold I'd be if I cracked the door and I was praying for Sean to be safe on his way to work.

I'll be ready for the next snow day. I guarantee it! My rain boots are by the door.

Thinking of Christmas Yet?

I have finally slowed down enough to prepare some options for those of you already thinking of Christmas Cards. I have some neat templates available for the once a year slimline offering - here are just a few. Custom cards are available and encouraged but if the templates are what you like then templates you will have!
This Red Snowflake is my favorite of the 2008 options, to view more, visit my website and enter the Client Access page with the password "templates".

Here are my favorite models from last year - you may recognize them as the Evoke Photography Clan. All Holiday orders must be placed by December 10th to ensure that you have the images by Christmas so call for your appointment today!

Weekend Thriller!

This weekend was another great time for taking lots of photos. However, the great images from senior shoots and family sessions will have to wait because Sean and I spent Sunday afternoon in the pet emergency room! Somehow our little darling took a big slice out of or into her foot - we can't be sure what she managed to dice herself on, searches have been conducted, but I can be sure that I know the fastest route to the Pet Hospital from Wake Forest now. If anyone needs directions after hours just call me!

I'll save you the blood and guts version and just let you know that all is well besides a small limp. Rest assured that this baby is being spoiled beyond any natural reason! Here she in upon her throne.

Beautiful Fall Days

So, the weather has been awesome and the leaves are so beautiful Sean and I decided to enjoy it all with the dog. In case you don't know who they are - these two belong to me. My favorite husband and my favorite dog! See if you can find them at their favorite past time in one of the following images... the posed one doesn't count!

The Kipfer Clan!

So, a few weeks ago I got to meet and document my very first real life "Brady Bunch." I was excited and it was so great that the families were already blending happily. You'd never guess that the two sides hadn't been related all their lives - except that they never fought...



Max and Bridget had an intimate ceremony at their home in Zebulon. I think they mail ordered the ideal weather - warm and sunny with a little breeze! Perfect!







I guess being in love helps to make couples handsome together - but these two just had such a wonderful connection, every image was oozing romance.





And, don't forget to check out the bling!




I was totally schmoozin with this guy who had his "iphone" ready for some great family shots! I want Santa to bring me one - how do I get a letter to the North Pole again?




They had arranged such a lovely event for all the family and friends, I did manage to score a mini cupcake so all is well with my sugar intake!





A special thanks goes out to my friends at First Class DJ's. They referred me for this event and I'm so glad to have met Derrick. He's the new guy and happens to be super cool! I usually work with Lenny - but I'd never complain. First Class DJ's are always professional and friendly.

The Finished Kitchen

A few people mentioned that they had seen our kitchen here on this very blog - so I thought I'd show the finished product. I don't want anyone to forever envision my kitchen in the "under construction" stage...
So, here is our new favorite room. Finished with a beautiful metallic green shade on the walls. I like it more every day! You'll have to come over for the full effect b/c I'm not really sure how to show you in a picture how walls can shine.

The Newest Hood

So, I recently had the opportunity to meet J.D. the newest member of the Hood family. We did a quick 3 month session for him because we need to start building these baby memories asap. He can't be the only child to go un-photographed at the age of 3 months!
You'll see more of J.D. as he grows older but here are a few of my favorites! Enjoy.

Oh Canada!

This year the Jarvah's vacationed to Canada! That's a long way to go you say - and yes it is. But Canada is a land of wonderful new candy flavors and wide open spaces. A true beauty to behold. Beauty comes in many forms, and on this trip it came in the form of a gigantic theme park. We spent an entire day in Canada's Wonderland and it was wonderland-erific!



This is our best friendly Canadian family - The Ziegler's - standing proudly at the entrance of the park. Now this is one for the refrigerator door!



And, my favorite ride had something to do with this dragon... favorite b/c we rode it was first and it had the shortest line so I posed right up with the Puff-boy.
Not long after this the sky turned grey and wet so we spent the rest of the afternoon damp and ramped on funnel cake sugar!


Here we go now with the family - Sean's Favorite Uncle and his newest cousin. Can you tell me who's who? Meet Murry and Aiden. This is all we got before my point and shoot went kaputz! I think I'll be more diligent in the future about getting caught in the rain with my camera.

Here's Chase!

Meet Chase Alexander. This baby is so sweet - he was a very peaceful sleeper, if you can't tell from these images. He woke up just long enough to eat and get some mommy lovin' then it was right back to snooze-ville. We will definitely see more from this little rock star in the future.








I know everyone loves baby pictures in black and white so here you go...

Weekend Warriors!

So, now Sean and I have proudly joined the club of overachievers that call themselves "Weekend Warriors" and we're not looking back. Starting on Friday we called for some expert help and Sean's dad came to the rescue! By Sunday lunch we had a brand new look to the same old kitchen. You'll see our before and all the way through to the after, please take note my talented workmen - the loads of weird tools - and the danger that faced us near the kitchen sink! I actually did feel a little shock once... but all fingers are still accounted for!







Here is a finished view of the other side with my appliances back in place! I still have yet to re-clutter my counter tops. I got used to them being empty and I can't bring myself to "need" my other stuff just yet.