My morning snack

Before baby, I used to daydream that when I was a photographer I would take a picture of my breakfast every morning and post it on this blog. I love breakfast and we get such pretty morning light in our house. After baby, I'm happy when I can actually eat breakfast without holding on to a certain someone. The other day, I did snap a picture of my morning snack though. :) Max takes a long nap every morning that I fully take advantage of. I usually make coffee and have "a little something sweet."

Flowers for me?

A couple weeks ago Ryan had to travel to Atlanta for work leaving Max, Freckles, and I home alone. I was a little nervous about the whole ordeal, but the week went by pretty fast and we managed to survive ok. While he was gone, I received a package from FedEx. Inside were these beautiful autumn lilies. I felt pretty spoiled.

40th Anniversary

I didn't schedule an official session this weekend because it was my parent's 40th wedding anniversary. My sister and I planned a small surprise party for them on Saturday night. If you know my parents at all, you'll understand what a challenge this was...they know everyone. We never thought we'd be able to keep it a secret from them, but we did (and boy were they surprised). The party was held in the small, private dining room at the Firehouse restaurant in Viroqua. As my mom rounded the corner to the room, she saw her brother (all the way from northern Minnesota) and she freaked a tiny bit. Then she saw everyone else and freaked a little more and didn't settle down the rest of the night. My dad was just happy that he bought a new shirt for the event. :)



I have to admit that Max might have stole the show. Everyone was excited to see him, including his two great uncles and great aunt who got to meet him in person for the first time. Max only had eyes for his cousin Alex though.



Before the party I did a quick anniversary session with my parents. It's so nice to have a few pictures of them together. Usually my family is very camera shy.



Happy 40th, Mom and Dad!

Max Friday

We'll see how long I can keep this up. :)

Justin and Lindsey round 2

So, Saturday, I photographed the wedding of Justin and Lindsey. They contacted me way back when starting my own photography business was something that I was still just dreaming about. Booking their wedding was a big boost for me. After meeting with them last spring, I was really happy that they contacted me. They seemed so happy together and very laid back. I wasn't nervous at all to photograph their wedding. I knew it would go smoothly, and it did.






Her sisters had a very funny and very touching toast.


Some of the details...



The groom's nephews are in the red ties. This picture was the last I took for the night (and it filled up my last memory card!).


I've been experimenting with storyboards, as well as with the colors.


I had a lot of fun spending the day with Justin and Lindsey and their friends and family. I wish them the best!