A Childs Baptism~

The skies cleared, as the children walked to the alter. The sun shined through the stained glass windows of the church as the congregation stood in prayer. 4 beautiful children came for Baptism this morning, and I was blessed to be a part of this wonderful moment.
Golden light fell on the Baptismal as the water flowed from a silver pitcher... it was breathtaking!
Wide eyes watched as their father, the Chaplain, blessed them one by one. Each having their own, priceless reaction to the event. Grandma, Grandpa and mother watched on as the water washed their foreheads and cleansed their soles.
I thank you once again Yates family, for bringing Eric and I into your lives and your blessings. I am forever grateful for moments such as these, and friends such as the two of you.
This is the day the Lord made... Rejoice!

Emily & Ivan are Married!!!

One would think that this couple is the only couple that I photograph... with over 3500 images taken of the bride and groom over a 9 month period of time I have frequently posted the best of Ivan and Emily and their ever growing love story. This couple is extra special to me because they are not only clients who trusted me with the most important day of their life, but they are also very dear friends. Our families have spent Christmas' past, Halloween, New Years together as they played host to a lonely Army wife with a husband gone TDY most of the holiday time.
This couple is beautiful! I was there, as I mention many times, right from the start when Ivan asked Emily to be his wife... last evening they became husband and wife and it was amazing! The church was simply beautiful and I couldn't wait to get to editing their images. So, even though by now the happy couple are laying on the beach in Cabo (lucky ducks!!!) I am posting a few of my favorites so far from their simply stunning wedding... Enjoy!!!
And hey guys, don't forget to get me that t-shirt. I'll see you when you get home! :) Love you both so much!!!