Happy Birthday My Sweet Lilly!

Today is my daughter's 3rd birthday- I can hardly believe how big she is getting! We had such a fun day hanging out together and playing with all the new toys she got at her birthday party yesterday. I even spent some time telling her about the day she was born- what we were doing, who was there, etc. She was so fascinated to listen to all of this. I love that I can tell her things now that she is understanding and remembering in such detail. I am so lucky to be able to spend every day with my dear child, watching her learn and grow. I wouldn't change a second of it.

I Love You Lilly!

Here are a couple of favorites I took of her last week:









The Birthday Party Invitation I did for her.

Andy & Emily got married!

You may recall seeing pictures from Andy & Emily's engagement session a while back. Recently I had the privilege of shooting their wedding in Sandusky, Ohio. I had an absolute blast spending the day with them and their friends. I have known Andy since high school and when I heard he was dating someone seriously I was thrilled. Emily is the perfect match for him. Her outgoing personality totally compliments his quiet demeanor. They also make each other laugh- which I think is the key to it all!

Best of luck to you both, I wish you many years of joy together!





Emily made the invitations- they were beautiful! I was so impressed...











They used my favorite image from their engagement session for the cover of the programs-such a cute idea!




















The bride with her lovely maids...




I love when I get to ride on the party bus with the wedding party- so much fun! If you think someone looks familiar in the front row- that is my twin sister Beckie at the bottom right of the photo! My brother-in-law is standing by the window right behind her.

Beth & Kevin's Wedding

Is is so special to me when I have the honor of shooting a friend's wedding. I met Beth more than five years ago when I began dating my husband. She made me feel like part of the gang right away and for that I am forever grateful. I was thrilled when she came back from a friends wedding and talked about a great guy she had met there. It was clear immediately that Kevin was someone special.

The wedding was held at St. Mary's College in South Bend, IN... the place they had connected just a few years before. It was a beautiful wedding, for a beautiful couple.

Congratulations Beth & Kevin!



Beth's first view of her dress on...



I just adored the detail on her dress and the sun shining through made it even more beautiful.







I LOVE this shot of the guys having fun before the ceremony...



Introducing Mr. and Mrs. ...











The Bride and Groom with their "matchmakers".

Where's Wendie?

I have to apologize for being absent from my blog so long! Many of you have asked, "What's new?" 

Well the main reason I have been neglecting my blog is that I am expecting baby# 2! I am due February 23rd. The first tri-mester has been rough on me and caused me to get really behind on work. I am just starting to feel like myself again and am trying like crazy to catch up. 

Thanks to all who have expressed concern, and to those waiting for sneak peeks- I will get some up shortly!

Rebekah & Annakah

I had been looking at pictures of these beautiful girls at my hairdressers station for a long time. You can imagine how thrilled I was when she finally asked me to photograph them! This session was so much fun. Rebekah was such a natural model and gave me so much to work with. She could go from serious, to sweet smile, to full on grin with no direction from me at all. Awesome. And sweet Annakah...what a doll. She was on the go- but gave me a glance whenever I needed her to. I love the shot of her clutching her favorite blanket and pillow- just precious.

Thanks for a wonderful day with your girls Angie!

Side note: Angie works at Beau Chic in Plymouth and does a fantastic job on my hair. She is the best! Should I say that?? I'll never be able to get an appointment again...

How pretty is Rebekah with her glittery lip gloss!






Can you believe those eyes? Amazing!

Riley & Spencer

It was so hot the day of this session I worried the girls would be cranky...but they were great! I love how their personalities shine through in the pictures. Riley is curious and thoughtful. It took a minute to get her warmed up but once we did she was having a lot of fun! And Spencer is such a happy baby. All you have to do is flash her a smile and she sends you one twice as big right back! It was a joy working with these sweet sisters. 

Andy + Emily e-session

First let me apologize for neglecting my blog lately. On top of having a full schedule this month, I have had major computer issues that have put me really behind. Hopefully, it will all be up and running normally soon. 

I had so much fun working with Andy & Emily on their engagement session at Greenfield Village in Dearborn. It was a beautiful day and they were open to anything. Makes my job so much easier! I'm really looking forward to their wedding on 8.16.08.

Enjoy some of my favorites: