My husband and I got a puppy. In some respects, it was a snap decision, in others, it was a long time coming. Before getting married, Paul (My husband, for anyone who doesn’t already know that) had been considering getting a dog for a long time. But as with most people was held back by...

Jonnie and Rachel are getting married! Too those of you, who may not know, Jonnie is my husband’s brother; he and Rachel made their relationship official the same weekend that Paul proposed to me. To say I’m happy for them is an understatement. Their love and commitment to each other is evident; and I am...

The small ones are growing up. This lovely lady is my “little” cousin Sarah. She just graduated high school, which means she’s 18. Yikes! Thankfully, I was able to visit my home state recently, and captured these beautiful images. Michigan in May is one of favorite things. Sarah, herself, is a budding photographer, that I’ve...

This past Sunday, I spent the morning hanging out with my newest nephew (Yes, for those who are aware, no, he isn’t actually my nephew, but honestly. . . drawing the distinction takes too long and doesn’t correctly represent the relationship I have with his mother. . . Laura will always be the oldest sister.)...

May has always been one of my favorite months. And while it doesn’t hurt that it’s my birth month, I’ve developed a great fondness for the way it’s the gateway to summer here in Michigan. When May arrives you know, that good times are just ahead. This was certainly the case this past May, when...

At the end of June I had the privilege of photographing my first independent wedding. Blake and Shelby were so lovely and sweet. I couldn’t have asked for a better couple to start off with. Especially, when I found out that Shelby and I shared a love for Harry Potter! Shelby is such a fan,...

I am a photographer. I try to use this title carefully, because with today’s technological advances there are a whole lot of people out there taking pictures under this guise, who really ought not be allowed to hold a camera. This summer alone, I’ve heard a couple wedding photographer disaster stories to make me cringe....