Dawn and James are Married! --- HUGE POST

I had a great time shooting this wedding! The food at the reception was the best I've had so far (hence all the food photos). I love so many of James and Dawn's photos that I had such a hard time picking favorites.... so I posted TONS of photos! Hope you enjoy them all!

Long time... no post.

Sorry that it has been so long since my last post. I have been completely OVERWHELMED with the amount of work that is piling up for me. I never expected to stay so busy with my photography. I am, however, not complaining at all. I feel so very blessed to be doing something I truly am passionate about. I'm so excited about all the upcoming sessions and weddings I have to post. It is hard for me to get editing done while looking after two kiddos(one is mine, one is a friend's) all day, keeping my household in some sort of order, leading worship with my husband, and so and and so forth.... However, your photos are a huge priority on my list and will be done as soon as possible. So, with all that said, please be patient with me as I continue to work tirelessly to get all your photos edited. To end this post, I want to share with you a video that truly touched my heart this week. I know many of you may be tired of my constant going's on about Christy Nockels. I promise you that I am not obsessed with her... however I do want to be her when I grow up! haha! Seriously, I truly do believe that God has ordained her to speak directly to me through the Holy Spirit on so very many occasions. I appreciate her willingness to share her heart through this video... and I pray that it will speak to some of you as well!

Being A Mom {Part 2} from christy nockels on Vimeo.

Sweet Baby "M"--the full post

This little guy is so very special! Not that all little bundles of joy aren't special... but Matthew has a story to tell about his little life. He was born with a serious infection and had to be hospitalized for quite a while. His parents were so devoted and so hopeful during such a difficult time... their spirit was an encouragement to all of us who know them. It is such a blessing for Matthew to finally be home with his mama and daddy. He is now a healthy, happy, sweet little boy. Matthew's parents are advocates for Compassion International... an organization that provides for basic needs of children in less fortunate parts of the world. Had Matthew been born in one of these countries he certainly would not have survived. They are passionate about helping all children receive the basic necessities and care we are so blessed to have here. After talking with Matthew's parents I decided to make a huge change with my business. Now, 10% of all my profits will be going to help Compassion International. Jimmy and I already have an adopted child through World Vision, but this is a way that I can give back and glorify the Father through my business. Thanks to Matthew and his parents for being such advocates and for reminding us how blessed we truly are. He was such a joy to photograph. Hope you enjoy the rest of his photos!