Home

We are enjoying making our home, a home. It was perfect timing to get into the house--Thanksgiving was just around the corner and visiting family were just a few days away. Boxes were stuffed in closets while we feasted on turkey, mashed potatoes, and stuffing. 

I definitely did not think that we would be homeowners at this stage of our life. A few days ago Travis and I were driving home and I looked to him and said "We are married homeowners...how did that happen? I feel too young to be a married homeowner!" It is so funny how surreal all of this feels. 

So, this blog will be quiet for a while. We have lots of painting, organizing, and projects to do! Maybe I'll be disciplined enough to take pictures and share some of the projects along the way...

A fun Wedding will be posted within a week or so--keep checking in!

Patience...

We all know the saying 'Patience is a Virtue'. Well, patience is hard for me. There seem to be a lot of areas in life that require a lot of patience--for all of us. As far as our first home goes, we are just waiting. We have done everything we can do, as far as papers being signed and checks being written, but we still have to wait. Because it was a Foreclosure, we have to wait for Fanny Mae, or the bank, to sign. Thats all they have to do...sign. But, I guess Fanny Mae is notorious for taking their time.:) So, patience is a virtue. We are having fun looking at paint colors, though!

 As I sit here waiting for my phone to ring with our real estate agent on the other line telling us that they signed, I sip coffee. Which, in reality, is making me more anxious than more relaxed. But, it seemed like a yummy alternative to biting my nails. Patience is a virtue.

The good news is, I have a lot of work keeping me busy! Check out this photo from another Family Session...

My dear friend Ashley and her siblings...

Cute families, huh? 

Thank you for keeping me busy:) I am enjoying looking through the hundreds of photos! I am learning patience and just keep telling myself that we will eventually be in this house, whether it is this week or next.

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Thankful

There are a lot of things in my life that I am thankful for. With the recent passing of a high school friend, I am thankful for life. He was a twin. I am thankful for the life of my twin sister--our relationship that is being strengthened daily. Things haven't always been easy between us but I think we are both growing up, maturing, realizing our mistakes, and learning to forgive. 

(Screen Capture from Facebook Album)

I am thankful for our Photography business and the best clients who trust us to capture their special days. Family sessions for the Holidays are upon us and there have been some fun sessions so far!

Our life has felt pretty crazy recently. We are in the process of getting our first home! I am so thankful for this. It really has gone by so quickly and we feel blessed. We have done everything we can on our end and are just waiting for the bank and the recording to happen before we get the keys! Thought I'd share a little picture of our first home. 

We met with our realtor a few days ago for a final walkthrough and got to check the mail for the first time! Who thought I'd be so excited to check the mail?!

There are too many things that I am thankful for to list them out with photos.:) I am thankful for that, too.

Napa Wedding--JJ & Carly

Travis and I have been blessed to be able to photograph weddings for people who we have known for years. Carly and I met our freshmen year of college and it was a joy to be a part of her and JJ's Wedding day. 

Carly has a kind spirit--she is beautiful and has a heart for people. JJ has a contagious laugh and it was touching to see him wipe the tears away as his Bride approached him down the aisle.

Once again, I hope these photos portray the joy of their day. While surrounded by breath taking views of never-ending vineyards, JJ and Carly became husband and wife.

JJ and Carly did not see each other on their Wedding Day until she walked down the aisle. 

I enjoy the time with the couple in their moments just after becoming husband and wife.

 The details of this wedding were perfect.

Travis spent some time in the vineyard with their beautiful rings.

 This wedding was full of beautiful people. Thank you JJ & Carly for the fun and memories--you two are great.

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