Change

I remember Alexis being a lot shorter last time I saw her. We grew up in the same town, her being nearly 10 years younger than me. She has always had a gorgeous smile, blonde hair, and big "hard to miss" eyes. As she hopped up the stairs to meet me for her shoot that night, not much had changed, just enhanced. Much taller. Same gleaming eyes (maybe amplified a bit thanks to mascara). Same big smile. Same beautiful, blonde, flowing hair. Best of luck with your senior year Alexis, make those Gators proud!

Growing

Meeting up with the Davis family had special meaning to me. I had photographed Jason & Mel's wedding a few years earlier. It's fulfilling to know that they have a strong marriage and are building a family...and a cute one at that! It's so neat to see features of both parents come through to him. I don't know who he gets his smile from, but it's hard not to smile back. Great to see you again Davis'; I'm looking forward to watching your family grow.

Epitome of a Boy

I've taken many little 2 year old boys pictures, but none quite like Kellen's. From the word "go" he was running, climbing fences, spitting water, rolling around, playing in the mud, and riding the trike. He's the epitome of a boy. I could see the fire in his eyes for wanting to explore everything. He's a little go-getter. For his parents sake, I hope he sleeps as hard as he plays. :)

When You Know, You Know.

I had a great day working with and meeting Jill and Dan. From being around them an hour, I could tell that they have a lot of chemistry. I asked them how they met and they began to tell me the story of how they met last January at the school they work at. It's fun to see how their relationship has grown in less than a year. I'm ecstatic to work with them in December. Their relationship affirmed the saying, "When you know, you know." What a great couple...

The Reason I Started

One of the main reasons I pursued a career in photography was that I wanted to be able to show the importance of family. I never know how important this was until the day I lost my dad and realized that I only had one "good" picture of him and I together. It's not even that good of a picture, I can't even tell you why I asked my dad to pose with me that day. But I can tell you it's one of my most prized pictures and I'm so fortunate to have it. You can also bet that I get a tear in my eye each time I see the bride being walked down the aisle with her father.

Bill and Stephanie were fortunate, and they know it. Not only to be united as a couple that sunny July day, but because their parents were all there. Not long after their wedding Stephanie told me that Bill's mom had lupus. Now looking back I can see the happiness in the her eyes, she was so overjoyed to witness such a beautiful day. I'm so happy to have captured that moment for them.

True Friends

I could tell by the way Adam & Karley's friends talked about them during their toasts that they were truly amazing people. Some talked of past experience and childhood memories, but the one that got me was the bridesmaid that spoke of Karley's friendship. She said the characteristic she liked most about Karley is "that she's real. Genuine." That hit the nail on the head for me. All day I was trying to put my finger on it. And there it was. A true, genuine person (and I believe the last picture conveys that well). I'm so happy for this couple. Adam, you have yourself a genuine catch. Best wishes as your friendship continues to grow.