A Decade Together

Here we are. Ten married years in the making! Sometimes I can't believe it's been that long and others feel like a lifetime;) We have had some pretty awesome highs and some not so awesome lows. But, our commitment to each other has never waivered. We are in this for the long haul & that's a pretty amazing feeling.

The only piece of advice I can give is to grow together and not apart. Keep each other in the loop on how you feel, what's piquing your interest and thoughts for the future. We actually grew up together and could have very easily grown apart. We didn't and I'm thankful.

I love this guy more today than when we first started dating almost 14 years ago! Growing together will do that to ya. Here's to a thousand more years as The Deckers.

Miss Paisley is 2! ~ Murfreesboro, TN Photographer

We had a TIME with sweet Paisley's 2 year session. First off, every photographer's nightmare happened to me. The camera quit. Thirty minutes into the session. Just plain quit! Battery charged, lens cleaned, memory card in place and it gave me nothing. We re-scheduled. Next try was an early morning & Paisley was just not in the mood to be photographed. Now, I've never had this happen either! I can always walk away with plenty to choose from but, she had other plans. I pulled out all my stops and nothing was working. I decided it was best to just try a different day. Maybe another afternoon session 'cause she was ready to rock it on the first scheduled afternoon session. So we re-scheduled. And.She.ROCKED.It! I got more than enough of this adorable trio. Seriously, the good looks in this family are just not fair!!
Enjoy!

Had to get a few of sweet big brother. He has such a kind heart and is always willing to lend a helping hand. Jenn, you've got yourself a heartbreaker here!

This next one is probably one of my most favoritest shots ever.

Or maybe this one is! Can't you just feel the LOVE!?

Sometimes patience is key when working with kiddos. I'm so glad the 3rd time was the charm because I have soooo many favorites from this shoot! I literally had a smile on my face the whole time I was working on these.
Hope to see you guys again REAL soon.

*We Have A Winner* ~ Murfreesboro, TN Photographer

The Second Annual Faces of LRP contest was a full-blown success! There were a few early front runners that came out playing to win. And who wouldn't want this sweet sweet deal;) I always love seeing others get as excited about these images as I do. It's been one of the highlights of my year the past 2 years. The friendly competition between contestants, the sharing of love through "Likes" & the relentless work that some put in to win a print. 'Cause there really isn't anything better hanging on walls that photos of the ones you love most. I may be a little biased but, I think I have the best looking clients around! Without further adieu...Here are the
Top 3!!
Third Place:
This is absolutely one of my most favoritest images to date! Just a little girl, in the park, playing around on a picnic blanket. Not to mention that sweet smile and sparkle in her eye!
Congrats Kelly Moody!

Second Place

Sweet Little Gianna...those lashes could go on for days!! I love that it was a blanket of sweet in the woods for her shoot.

Congrats Christiana Thornburg!

FIRS PLACE!!!

Ohhh the Johnson Kids. 3 little blessings who were all absolute angels to work with! Definitely had their own little personalities showing through and each became my friend after about 2.5 minutes into meeting! I love the expression of each of their faces. Truly a moment captured. They are completely ignoring me and just doing their thing. Being Kids!

Congrats Kelli Johnson!

There you have it! Thanks to all that made the contest a success, to all the contestants that shared their loved ones with me and to the Winners for being so passionate about their photo!
Can't wait for 2012!!

Faces of LRP {2} Contest ~ Murfreesboro, TN Photography

A Few Frequently Asked Questions:

• Do I have to "Like" the LRP page to "Like" an image?

YES, this is the only way to like an image but,
why wouldn't you want to ;)

• If someone links to the LRP page asking for "Likes" can't I just "Like" their link?
  

NO, I wish I could say yes but, those links don't show up on the LRP page and there's no easy way to track them. Keeping everything in one spot helps me keep track of votes and you keep up with whose on top!

• You stated I could "Like" an image multiple times but, it's not letting me. What's up??

Welp, I was wrong! You may "Like" as many images as you want but, there's no option to "Like" an image multiple times. Sorry 'bout that! Completely my fault.

• Will COMMENTS count?

NO. Only "LIKES" on a photo will count.
It just makes it easier for everyone.

• So what exactly do I have to do to help my friend win??

It's Easy Peasy! Just follow these simple steps:

1. Go HERE and "LIKE" the LRP Page.
2. Then Go to my photos and find the album titled "Faces of LRP {2}"
3. Click on the little "LIKE" button below the photo.
4. That's It! You're done!

Hope this helps clear up some confusion!
Happy "Liking"

Myrtle Beach, SC Our Trip In Pictures ~ Murfreesboro, TN Photography

7 Kids
11 Adults
18 people total!
1 condo
6 beds
About 2 weeks ago we headed to Charlotte, NC for a cousins wedding. It was a bit of a rough start! Brynn got strep the day we left then she fell off the bed (small sleeping quarters meant she slept in a big bed for the first time ever) and hurt her neck pretty bad! She slept on palettes on the floor after that! The wedding was beautiful & it was so great to catch up with cousins we don't see much. The day after the wedding we all (cousins and aunts included) packed up and headed to the beach!
It was relaxing with a dash of chaos. I know the little cousins had sooooo much fun together!
Here's our trip in pictures:

We went to Ripley's Aquarium and found Dory and Nemo!

And this really creepy dude

And this breathtaking jellyfish!

The 7 littles(except you Kayla;)

After the aquarium I wanted a little one on one time with Logan and his best buddy cousin Kayla. We headed down Ocean Blvd. and took in the sights.

Back to the Beach!

Little Sistas first time "playing" putt-putt

The boys had a one on one day at the water park this day and, since little sista isn't quite tall enough yet we headed to the sprinkler pad/carnival rides.

Brynn had a lot of firsts on this trip! First carnival ride ever!

How beautifully antiquey is this swing ride!?

Back to the Beach!
My Girl

My Boy

Our Kids

May we always find this kind of peace and contentment in life.

Ofcourse we got a family shot but, it was taken by my awesome sis in law and I don't have it yet.

~Until Next Time~