RYAN & AUTUMN

Filed under: expecting,just because,love,portraits — admin at 12:34 pm on Saturday, November 22, 2014

Autumn and my brother went to high school together – so I’ve known her for a while!

I shot their wedding two years ago – and now their anniversary!

And a surprise! A sweet baby to join the family!

Those are my FAVORITE shots!

OH! And those!

You guys are AWESOME! I am so excited for you both!! Thank you for asking me to capture this AMAZING time in your lives!

Tune in tomorrow to see their reveal!

ENOCH

Filed under: . babies . babies . babies .,babes,baby barden,bardenisms,just because,kiddos,my family,portraits — admin at 11:44 am on Friday, November 21, 2014

I have a weird thing about getting matching photos of the boys.

I wanted a year shot that matched Fitzy’s – so I had to take Enoch’s a little early since November wouldn’t be a good time to have him outside and shirtless!

That bottom shot is the canvas I got for his YEAR picture – ONE YEAR ALREADY!

Those photos CRACK ME UP! He is such a sweet sweet boy!

ENOCH – 11 MONTHS

Filed under: . babies . babies . babies .,babes,baby barden,bardenisms,just because,kiddos,my family — admin at 6:39 pm on Thursday, November 20, 2014

He’s such a happy little guy!! (And I’m quite behind on blogging since he turned ONE yesterday)

LOOK AT THAT FACE!

He looks SO MUCH like Fitzy in that last shot!

Enoch – you are the happiest baby I know! You are a dear boy. You love to eat zucchini bread and strawberries. You love drinking out of your brother’s cups. You love to say I DID IT! You walk everywhere – even run! You are MUCH faster than your big brother! You love your Pa and Gramma. You snuggle and give hugs. You love seeing Fitzy as soon as you wake up. You complete our family. We love you!

BABY *V*

Filed under: . babies . babies . babies .,babes,family,just because,portraits — admin at 11:21 am on Sunday, November 16, 2014

Baby *V* was an absolute doll!

DARLING!

It’s always amazing to me how tiny newborns are!

I LOVE those shots!

She was such a little sweetie! Thank you again!!

*L* – 6 MONTHS

Filed under: . babies . babies . babies .,babes,family,just because,kiddos,portraits — admin at 11:27 am on Thursday, November 13, 2014

I love photographing this family!

This is my favorite session so far with this family! It’s a long post – I couldn’t pick a favorite!

DARLING!

Oh. My. Heart. I cannot stand the cuteness.

That sky is very real. And very gorgeous!

Oh – and Fitzy tagged along! He’s too much!

PERFECTION!

Arica & Nate – thanks for dealing with the crazy weather and a photo bombing Fitzy! I just LOVED this session! See you SOON!

FAMILY

Filed under: bardenisms,just because,my family — admin at 12:14 pm on Wednesday, November 12, 2014

In early October – we met up with Craig Griffin and exchanged sessions!

I LOVED the photos I shot for them – and I LOVE LOVE LOVE the ones we got from Craig!

(He’s CRAZY busy with weddings – so these are just the few that he sent us quick. I have no idea if there are more or not – but these ones are already on my wall!)

That might be my favorite picture of Jared and I – EVER!

While life continues to throw us curves – we are happy and loved. Ten years of marriage – two beautiful boys.

I may have gone overboard and ordered several – as in 6 – wall mounted prints. Big ones. BUT – they look AWESOME!

Craig & Sarah – thanks again for meeting up! I’m so glad we were able to swap! We LOVE them!!

APPLES

Filed under: . babies . babies . babies .,baby barden,bardenisms,friends,just because,kiddos,portraits — admin at 11:54 am on Tuesday, November 11, 2014

In early October – my friend Missy and I took our boys apple picking!

Isn’t he a sweetie!

And this guy – he’s a darling.

And that guy – he’s a doll! Thanks for coming along Missy – we had a GREAT day!

AUTUMN

Filed under: just because,my town,scenery — admin at 12:45 pm on Monday, November 10, 2014

Doing the God sightings session with Mara inspired to me look a little closer – arrive a little early – come home a few minutes late.

Just to see the beauty.

Take the time to look around!

GOD SIGHTINGS

Filed under: just because,kiddos,scenery,word of God — admin at 11:48 am on Sunday, November 9, 2014

Our friend – and youth pastor – Mara asked me to take the kids on a God sighting walk – find beauty in your surroundings. Find beauty in the unusual.

I had to bring the boys with me – LOOK AT THOSE FACES!

It’s been years – YEARS – since I took pictures of anything other than my kiddos or clients. It. Was. Awesome.

COMPASSION IS THE ONLY ANSWER. A little gem we found. And I need this reminder. Multiple times a day!

Look for the beauty – all you need to do is open your eyes!

BROTHERS

Filed under: . babies . babies . babies .,baby barden,family,just because,kiddos,my family,portraits — admin at 11:46 am on Saturday, November 8, 2014

My sweetest boys.

Look at him!

That face – that sweet smile. There are days I look at him and have to remind myself that he’s three – not ten. He’s so smart – he has a phenomenal memory. He wants to help – with everything. He’s strong willed and stubborn. He’s dramatic and loud. He’s my sweet boy.

And this guy – a doll. He is starting to show a temper and a strong will. He is walking more than not. He loves to see his brother first thing in the morning. He’s chatting up a storm. He’s sweet and cuddly. He loves high fives! He’s my happy guy.

Brothers – I love watching their bond grow!

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