I was never a big fan of Valentine’s Day before I met my husband. For me it was always that, “What did he get me?”, “Is this going to be enough? Too much?”. It was a very tense and uncomfortable day for me. So when Chase and I were headed toward our first Valentine’s Day, I decided to do nothing. I didn’t mention it, didn’t look at any possible gifts, didn’t buy a thing. I thought for the first time I would ignore the holiday and avoid the awkward feelings I had become so used to.

So on that fateful night, I was in the living room, watching tv, when Chase came home from work at his usual very late time of midnight. I called out to him in the kitchen, asking how his day was, when he came into the room with the most beautiful flowers I had ever seen, in an equally beautiful glass vase. He walked over to me, gave me a kiss and said, “Happy Valentine’s Day!”. Of course I cried, and then cried a bit more when I opened his sweet and romantic card for me, and then moved to full on sobbing, feeling like an idiot for not getting him anything. He hugged me, not caring that I had nothing for him in return, and said he just wanted me to know he was thinking of me, and always thinks of me.

That night was just one of the many nights and reasons that I fell in love with my husband. This Valentine’s Day we have been married almost seven months, and if it’s possible, I love him more this year than than I did last. He is still the sweetest, most romantic guy I have ever met, and reminds me everyday how special I am to him. I hope everyone takes the chance today to remind your special someone what they mean to you. Today and always.

 Happy Valentine’s Day.

BARDEN PHOTOGRAPHY – BEAUTIFUL

We are starting a new program: BEAUTIFUL.

Danielle & I will be awarding 2 families a photo session.

Email me at kathrynturner18@gmail.com – write a paragraph or two about a family you know (or YOUR family) that deserves a FREE photo session.

We will be choosing 2 families from the entries and announce the winners on May 1st. The deadline for the submissions will be April 15th.

Make sure to tell us WHAT MAKES THEIR (or your) FAMILY BEAUTIFUL.

We can’t wait to read your submissions!

Danielle asked me if I would be willing to do another wedding with her at Belhurst Castle for Adam and Michele. Since we were both there, Danielle spent time with the girls and I went with the guys to do pictures before the ceremony. Adam and the guys were a ton of fun! It was nice to be able to just hang out with the groom’s family before the ceremony. Adam’s mom, Jane, was so welcoming, I felt like I had know her and her family for years. The wedding and reception were so much fun, I felt more like a guest and friend than a paid employee. It was a warm and sunny January day on the lake and a perfect day for a wedding!! 

Adam and Michele thanks so much for including us in your special day!!

As I said before, Ross is my brother-in-law and he and Joy got engaged this winter. Ross is in the Air Force and was given orders for a year in Korea, leaving the states on February 1st. Not wanting to wait until his return in 2011, Ross and Joy decided to have a small wedding on January 2nd in Virginia among family. As a gift to my brother and new sister, I took some pictures to share with friends and family that could not be there, and for the two of them to have as they prepare for a year apart. It was a beautiful day, and I could not be happier for the two of them!

I wish you both a long and happy marriage, and the strength to get through 2010 apart. I love you both!

Ross is my wonderful brother-in-law who proposed to his girlfriend Joy this winter. Ross and Joy live in North Carolina, and my husband, Chase and I decided to pay them a visit in December. As an engagement present, I took a few pictures of them at Ross and Chases’ grandparents house in Pinehurst, NC.

Joy, welcome to the Turner clan!!

I took engagement pictures for Steve and Elena back in October, and we had so much fun that we decided to take a few more! We headed over to Watkins Glen to get a few winter weather pictures on the lake. It was a beautiful day with beautiful friends!

Love you guys!! Can’t wait for your 2012 wedding!!

Hi everyone! I am KT, Staff Photographer for Barden Photography and this is my new blog! Here you will find my most recent work and learn a little bit about me. Please check back often for wedding and engagement photos, and in the meantime take a look at my “About KT” page in the link on the right! Thank you everyone for supporting Barden Photography and for being amazing clients! Danielle and I are truly blessed to work with such fun and friendly people, and we hope to be a part of your lives for many years to come!