As the children and grandchildren gathered around the table this Christmas, they felt extra grateful. Ray and Martha celebrated their 38th anniversary this year and are still recovering from an accident that could have cost them their life. When a freak accident pinned Ray between his smashed vehicle (with Martha inside) and the gas pump […]

After Nora directed us to the location, we headed across the field and my mind started spinning. She had told me that there were pine trees and some nice grassy areas but it was even better than I had dared to hope. With temperatures in the upper 60’s it would prove to be the last […]

A crisp fall breeze blew gently and the scent of crushed leaves hung in the air as the October sun sank slowly on the horizon. I don’t LOVE  fall.  It’s not that I don’t like fall, it’s just a constant reminder that freezing temps and bitter winter weather are on their way. So to be […]

Sunset was at 9:20 so we scheduled the session to start at 7 pm. The location was set, outfits picked out, and everything was ready to go for a maternity shoot the following evening. I was working at my computer the next day when my phone suddenly buzzed. Glancing at the clock I picked up […]

As the sun peeked through the slit in the curtain, I slowly opened my eyes and rolled over. Suddenly, I realized the entire blanket was bunched up on the other half of the bed. It was Sunday morning so everyone was sleeping in and the house was silent. But not for long. With a sharp […]

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