My cousin Heather had a baby boy *B* on July 9th.

Heather has had a rough few years – this baby is God’s way of giving her a second chance.

I happened to be in town on the 10th – with my camera – and stopped by to see her and the sweet babe.

He is so cute and tiny and sweet – such a blessing for Heather and her boyfriend!

Thanks for having me over for a few hours!

I have been thinking about getting purple in my hair – I know I know – I’m so edgy!

*J* – a senior at NCA – wanted some in her hair too – so we went together on Saturday to Magic Touch.

Liz V is a new stylist at Magic Touch – if you would like to contact her for your styling needs – give her a call at 662.2347!

It isn’t too bold but just enough!

I also put on the birdcage veil to show off the style – it’s a little haphazard but you get the idea!

Can’t wait till Saturday when I can try it out for real at KT’s wedding!

Ella & Krista spent the night Tuesday the 7th – for a girls night!

We made necklaces and cards and watched Disney movies.

On the way to our house Ella was describing dinner and said – “dinner was so wonderful – let me tell you – it was a feast!”

I laughed and laughed – she was describing turkey sandwiches.

When we were making necklaces I was using the hay type stuff that I used for the wedding jewelry and Ella asked if it would start to smell in a week – cus it looked like hay to her!

She was such a trooper around Schrute – she was a little scared at first cus he was SO excited to see her – and thinks kids his height are either other dogs or play things. She fed him some treats once he sat and gave her a high five.

Once bedtime rolled around I laid upstairs with her till she fell asleep. Krista and Ella stayed in the “extra room” which has baby clothes and shoes and lamps and some other items that my mom and I had bought. Ella noticed the Pooh lamp and asked if the lamp was for my baby. She wanted to know if I missed my baby. She wanted to know why God decided to take my baby from me. I told her that I didn’t know. She told me that she thought God took my baby because it was an angel. Humans can’t have angel babies and God can’t have human babies – so He needed to take mine.

So sweet!

Christy called me a few weeks ago to set up a session for her 2 1/2 y/o son *M*.

With the weather being so on and off this summer – we were wondering if it would happen. Thankfully the rain held off!

He was quite shy at first but gave me some great smiles eventually!

Thanks again Christy! *M* is such a cutie and I hope to see you guys again!

Julie & Jere White provide sweet Gordon Setter puppies to loving families.

A few weeks ago I went up to their house to get some photos of the pups – or should I say TRY to get some photos of the puppies!

They are cuddly, sweet, and oh so soft!

If you are considering a sweet puppy – and NOT a Great Dane – although I highly recommend them – you should check out these sweet Gordon Setters!

I am obsessed with weddings. I love everything about them. I love the dress – the rings – the flowers – the veil – the newness – the love – I love it all.

I am currently in love with vintage – especially birdcage veils.

KT is getting married on the 18th and she is totally up for anything and everything. She bought some AWESOME props herself and has so many GREAT ideas! I asked her if she would wear a birdcage veil for some of her photo OF COURSE SHE WOULD!

I bought one on etsy.com not long ago and it arrived Tuesday!

I CANNOT wait for KT’s wedding on the 18th!

Sunday night we had dinner with Johna and her family after the photo session and watched the fireworks!

I will have to take time next year to try out firework photography!

Sarah contacted me about two months ago for her wedding. She had booked a photographer but schedules conflicted and she was found searching for another. She had already planned on engagement photos with the previous photographer so we arranged for a session to go along with her wedding package.

We met at Mt. Pisgah State Park on Sunday afternoon to take a few shots. I am so excited about their wedding!

I love her ring!

Thanks again guys – September 5th will be here before you know it!

On Sunday I had an engagement shoot @ Mt. Pisgah State Park. I arrived a little early and took some scenery shots!

My friend Brownwyn LOVES dragonflies! I thought of her when I saw this little guy!

The *W* family – I hardly have words to describe how much I love them!

Johna and I have been close since the day she started working at Phoenix. I know that God put us together for many reasons – we are both slightly crazy – passionate – full of ideas that sometimes make sense – to name just a few – I love her dearly.

Her sister’s family was up to visit and they NEEDED some family photos with TWO new babies joining their family last year.

Johna & Matt had their wedding on the lawn of his grandparents home – making for BEAUTIFUL wedding photos. We took advantage of the same spot for the family photos!

I cannot describe how much I love this little sweetie!

This next little one is a sweetie too!

COUSINS!

SISTERS!

*S* is such a strong spirit and a GREAT big sister!

I love you guys! Thanks for being SO MUCH FUN!