FACES of LRP CONTEST~ MURFREESBORO, TN PHOTOGRAPHY

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Pregnancy Glow ~ MURFREESBORO, TN MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHY

I knew this shoot was gonna be AWESOME with a capitol AWE when Autumn sent me some ideas for what she liked! By the looks of things she was up for pretty much anything and she's got the body to rock it! I saved some of the more "special" ones for just mom & dad.

A little backstory, Autumn was one of my very first friends freshman year of high school. We hit it off immediately *ahem when I asked her for a pencil in ART class ahem* and have been friends ever since. We've gone through a lot together and been there for each other for even more. I am so honored that she wanted me to capture this time in their lives. Can't wait to meet you Baby Ethan!!

Look how hungry she is!

Help Me Pick A Canvas!

If you've ever attempted to get a good photo of your kids you know how difficult it can be. I'm not just talking about a good photo you can send via the web or print off as a 5x7 or 8x10. I'm talking a canvas worthy photo people! This is hard for everyone INCLUDING those that actually photograph other peoples families for a living! Why is it so much harder to get a photo of my own kids but, with others there's no trouble?

Well, I think I may have actually gotten 1 out of the bunch I just can't decide which one I like best! So I need your help. Which photo below do you think would look best as a large canvas for my home:

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Leave me a comment with the number you like best.

I DO have one I'm leaning towards but I'd like your input too.

Thank You in advance!

Fun in the Sun *and following through with a 30 in my 30's*

Today was a scorcher so I decided we needed to do a little cooling off. Logan got home from school, kids had snacks and we got down to business. Swimming suits on, sunscreen on water hose...not so much. I'd planned on letting them play in the sprinkler or the waterslide but, I can't get the darn spray nozzle off the hose!! "

Oh well", I think, "I'll just spray them with the hose!"

Just as we're about to head out someone has other plans.

The sky turns dark and a light rain shower beings!!

PERFECT!!

The Big Guy knew exactly what we needed!!

PUDDLES!

30 in my 30's

I've decided now that I've hit the Big One I need to make a list.

A list of goals, dreams & aspirations to be exact. This will hold me accountable.

1. Attend a Photography Workshop.
2. Share personal stories once every week or maybe two right here on this blog.
3. Learn how to manage my time wisely. Make a daily schedule.
4. Create stickers, address labels, cd labels & note cards for packaging products.
5. Buy.My.New.Camera!
6. Get a Fisheye Camera. They're totally cool!
7. Make photobooks once a year of my family.
8. Eat healthier and learn how to cook it!
9. Be more patient with my kiddos. They're still learning too!
10. Attend Church REGULARLY!
11. Create new logo for prints and web.
12. Go on vacation. Just us. To wherever.
13. Pick strawberries & blueberries from a local farm and make delicious stuff from them.
14. Run/Walk the Middle Half Marathon.
15. Sign Logan up for the Kids Fun Run.
16. Be a better wife & encourager.
17. Get Brynn potty trained!
18. Make my workspace MY workspace.
19. Paint the upstairs.
20. Refinish the old toy box and put it to use.
21. Clean out attic...this could mean garage sale.
22. Get our finances in order.
23. Create a cleaning schedule.
24. Volunteer at Church.
25. SMILE! It just makes the day better.
26. Make it a POINT to tell the ones I love how much they mean.
27. Have a family photo taken AND printed.
28. Send a card to a friend just because.
29. Canoe the Buffalo and Do.Not.Flip!
30. Learn how to sew...at least a button!

FYI I'm starting tonight!

Blue Eyed Kids~ MURFREESBORO, TN PHOTOGRAPHY

This was probably my fastest session yet and I got so many great shots it was hard to choose! The kids were AWESOME! Very cooperative & a tad spunky. Just what I need! It literally only took me right around an hour for 3 kids separate and together. I was SHOCKED when I looked at the time we left. I went to HighSchool with mom and dad (actually we met in middle school) and probably haven't seen them since! Considering I'm turning the Big 3-0 tomorrow, that's a long time. The weather was gorgeous, the kids were adorable & getting to chat with the parents after 10 plus years made for a great day.

Look At That LOVE!!

Definitely my favorits of all 3 Beautiful Children. I'm thinking canvas here

Meet the oldest Jonah. I have to brag on him for a minute here. Literally every time I tried to catch him just being him, he'd see the camera and give me the biggest most genuine grin ever! No catching him off guard but, that smile is priceless.

I asked him what he thought of having 2 little sisters and he said,

"Ohhhh it's just the Best Things Ever!"

Like he was so in love with those 2 little girls.

Melts My Heart!

Anna Grace was so darn funny! She had the best facial expressions and definitely knew how to work a camera. You shoulda seen her sass!

Sweet Little Lyla(love that name)

She was a tad more reserved than the other 2 but, every once in a while she'd pop out of her shell! The camera loved her. Red hair & Blue Eyes=Beauty

Thanks For Stopping In!

Sweet Baby Reese~ MURFREESBORO, TN PHOTOGRAPHY

Meeting up with a friend you haven't seen in a while to photograph her Sweet New Baby Girl makes for a very fun day. See, Mom & I went to HS together but weren't really friends til later. I haven't been able to see her much lately because, well, life gets in the way I guess. Especially now that she has a newborn AND an almost 2 year old. WOWZA!

So when she asked me to capture her baby Reese's first few days of life I jumped at the chance! Plus, I FINALLY got to use my Baby Cocoon prop I've had for months. MONTHS I tell ya! Waiting on just the right baby and here she is:

Meet Baby Reese:

Ofcourse I had to get some with Big Sista Gabie too! How stinkin cute is she!?

Can you tell I like my cocoon? Yep, she'll be spreading those wings before we know it!

Had A Blast April! ENJOY