Jones Family

I love getting to meet all sorts of new people in this job! That is half the fun of doing it =)
This family is friends with so many of my other clients. What a wonderful bunch of friends they all have! I am honored to be a small part of that.

This is truly a wonderful and unique family. We had been shooting about 5 minutes with the mom said. "In case you haven't figured it out, we adopted our youngest." I sort of giggled- because I had sort of figured that out by that point, but I would not have mentioned it. But I am so glad she mentioned it-- because those stories are awesome to me and I could listen to them all day.

This family was sent information on several children- but when they saw this adorable little guy, they knew in their hearts he was their son. Wow!!! That is definitely in God's plan. You know that He knows whose loving arms this child will be in-- and I believe that the love they have for him was there before they ever met him-- that is the kind of God we serve!

And of course, the handsom little guy that he is lucky to have for a big brother is son. They are just adorable and you can tell they get along really well.

My family and I had just gone to eat at Cracker Barrell, so I got them these colorful suckers that never fail to make adorable pictures =)

I had a wonderful time!! I can not wait until next year!! Thanks so much for going ahead and booking with me-- I really appreciate you and look forward to seeing you again!!

Oh-- and thanks 'A' for referring yet another WONDERFUL family!! Pick out your 8x10 and let me know!! =)

Promise of Joy:
Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
1 Thessalonians 5:18

I am so thankful to worship the One True God who truly does have a will and a plan for each of us. This is something that I am truly in awe of, and second guess myself on constantly. To know you are in the Will of God in your life is the most awesome feeling. It is also amazing to think that the God of the Universe is interested in what I am doing with my life! Wow!! He is interested in YOURS too. He wants you to to trust Him as your Savior- then trust him with your life- ALL of it. =)

Beautiful Girls!!

Wow! I am sooo glad we postponed that rainy day! We couldn't have asked for a prettier day! (But man-- those hummingbird sized mosquitos were intimidating!) HA!!

I had never met these little beauties before- but I am so glad I did! =) They were such sweet sisters! I even got sweet hugs and kisses between the 2! They are only 1 year apart and were the best of friends. I had the HARDEST time deciding which ones to post!! There were so many!!!

The fishing pole pics were done especially for Daddy. Aren't those sweet? And as you can see- they will soon be big sisters. =)

Thanks so much for trusting me to capture these memories. They are adorable!!!
Best of luck with that new baby boy!!

Promise of Joy:
Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.
Psalm 51:10
This is my prayer tonight. I need renewal -- physical and spiritual!! =) Especially physical- HA!!! Thank you God for your strength and Grace.

Friends

I have been looking forward to this session for a looong time. I taught the little girl in these photos- and loved taking pictures of her! She is photogenic and a great listener! =)

They came to a session with friends- and we all had a great time. All of the children were so sweet and cooperative. The weather was gorgeous-- it could not have gone any better!

I had tons to choose from-- so I know this is just a "teaser" for these Moms-- I will have more on the gallery site very soon!

Thanks so very much for asking me to take your pictures! It was so much fun!!

Promise of Joy:
Your Father knows the things you have need of before you ask Him.
Matthew 6:8

Happily Ever After...

What a perfect ending to a perfect night!!!

(By the way-- that last picture is my second favorite from the ENTIRE day!! I love it!! They look soooo excited!!)

Everything was so personal and wonderful! Everyone had a great time- relaxing and enjoying friends! The bride and groom took their time visiting with everyone and doing all of the "necessities". It was beautiful.

This will probably be the last post on the blog =( It just takes so long to upload everything- BUT--------- if you want to see a slideshow of the entire event- they will ALL be posted to mt gallery site very soon. All you have to do is click on the "Nielsens Flash" button over to the right on this blog and will take you straight there! There is also a button on the gallery site that will take you straight to the blog. Please take a minute to go see the rest of the portraits and all of the spectacular details of the evening. Just click on the wedding galleries. I will have them separated into "wedding", "reception" and "portraits" to make it a little easier. There is a slideshow button there- click on it and enjoy!

I am will still be working on some "special" touch ups just for fun-- so keep checking back to the gallery.

I have gotten a HUGE response from these posts-- I can not tell you how much I appreciate all of your sweet words of encouragement!!! I have been overwhelmed at everyone's enthusiasm. It has been awesome to have so much fun and consider it a "job"! WOW!!! Thank you all- from the bottom of my heart!! I truly give God the glory for anything you may count as talent. He has blessed me beyond my wildest dreams!

I really do know that this couple has started an incredible journey. Please lift them up in prayer, that God will bless them and strengthen them.

Thanks, S Family-- you are near and dear to my heart. Please let me know if there is ever anything at all I can do =) Love you guys!!


Promise of Joy:
The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace.
Numbers 6:24-26

May there always be 3 in your marriage-- With the Lord being the head of your household. God Bless you.

A Wedding Story

I was so honored to get to photograph this gorgeous bride and her beautiful wedding. I have tons more-- but these sort of tell "the story". Keep scrolling down to see more of the wedding and the bridals. And come back later-- I will still post more =)

Promise of Joy:
For this cause a man shall leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave to his wife; and they shall become one flesh.
Genesis 2:24