The Staples~ Murfreesboro, TN Photography

I finally had the pleasure of photographing The Staples Family!
Now that they've moved back to our neck of the woods it was time for some family shots.
This was one of the lucky families that took advantage of an LRP Mini Session.
Totally worth it by the way;)
I wanted to venture out to a spot I hadn't been to in almost exactly a year!
Why haven't I been using this spot more often?
It's absolutely gorgeous!
~Don't Forget! 20 Comments for the Staples gets them a super awesome gift~

These next 2 are probably my favorites.
Mom said the girl loves her books so I brought one for her to read.

Only, I should have saved it for the end because when we tried to take it away
this happened...
Sad but, still adorable!

Precious family inside & out!
~Lots of Love~

Benton & Katie Got Married (Part II)~ Murfreesboro, TN Photography

The Ceremony & After
But just a few!
Have to wait and share the FULL experience with the
Bride & Groom

ENJOY!

Overall Party of Three!

Bubbles make for great exit shots any & always.
Lots of Love on Your New Journey in Life!

Benton & Katie Got Married (Part I)~Murfreesboro, TN Photography

I came away from this wedding with over 700 images &
had a very difficult time narrowing that number down!

This day was filled with sooo many emotions.
The father giving away his only little girl.
The mother who gained a daughter-in-law.
The remembering of those that are no longer with us.
The tears of happiness shed by a little girl gaining a new step-dad.
The overwhelming bond felt by this new Family of 3.
I guess these are emotions that are felt at most weddings but,
for some reason, they felt much stronger at this one.
Because I got so many images I'm splitting them up into 3 Blog Posts.
Before The Wedding:

Stay Tuned for Part II & III
CONGRATS You Two!!

So What Do We Get If Our Blog Post Gets to 20 Comments??

I'm glad you asked!! I thought & thought & thought about this one.
I had a few ideas but, they just weren't personal enough to me. Then it hit me.
I remembered seeing these adorable 3x3 albums a while back and always wanted to try them out. They are customized (by me) to each client, fit perfectly in your purse & come in sets of 3!! That means you can keep one & give the other 2 as gifts to family members. You know grandma would love having something she can carry around and show off.
Just look how cute they are:

This was my first test one for The Moody's to make sure I loved how they came out &
yep, they're a winner!
Photos are crisp & colors are rich.

They have a concealed magnet for soft closure.

And just in case you were wondering, this is what the other side looked like. I forgot to take a picture of it before I gave it away!

So there you have it.
If you're post gets 20 comments you'll get 3 of these bad boys personalized by muah.

Erin Expecting ~ Murfreesboro, TN Maternity Photographer

Oh where to begin with this beautiful lady...she was my first real friend.
My family built a house next to hers when I was around 8.
The next decade or so had us carpooling, family tripping, sharing laughs, love & tears.
You name it, we've been through it. I heart her entire family. Grandparents & cousins included.
I was beyond thrilled to get her message that she wanted me to do her photos for such a special time in their lives. Even though they live 5 hours away, we were going to make this work. And I would be the one that captured the anticipation & excitement this time brings!
Erin, you look absolutely gorgeous!
Keith, you're definitely workin' that half smile.
And I can't wait to meet Baby R!
I have a gut feeling she will have huge brown eyes, thick brown hair and a sprinkle of freckles.
~20 Comments on this post gets The Roberts a sweet little gift~

Leave Them Some Love!

Ethan ~ Murfreesboro, TN Photographer

A little over 5 months ago I photographed this hot mama while Baby Ethan was still in her tummy. Now here he is in all his 3 Month Glory!! We settled on the beautiful Oaklands Mansion for this shoot and man was it beginning to feel like fall! Especially at 9 in the morning!! I suspect the leaves around that place are gonna be absolutely gorgeous in the next week or 2. I know Ethan has an adorable little smile with the touch of a dimple but, he was way too focused on what the heck was going on this day. We may not have gotten that smile (maybe at his 6 months ;)but we definitely got that pouty little bottom lip!

*Don't forget: 20 comments on this post gets the Overtons a special little gift*

Until next week when I shoot a Wedding & a dear dear friends Maternity Photos!
HAPPY THURSDAY

Family Bond ~ Murfreesboro, Tn Photography

One out of the many many reasons I heart this job??
Meeting new people and becoming real life friends with them!
Kelly was one of my first "clients" and found me through a mutual friend. When she came over to discuss Caroline's 1 Year Shoot the conversation went past what Caroline would wear that day. We started talking about our lives. Then we started getting together and letting the girls play every once in a while. Now we usually see each other once a week & talk every few days! We became fast friends and she has been one of my biggest supporters. Always tossing out compliments & spreading word of mouth. It's THE most encouraging thing to have people like Kelly in your corner. Don't forget, if this post gets 20 (yes I upped it) comments on it The Moodys will get a sweet little present. Enough with my rambling about this familys awesomeness
And On With The Show!

I was stoked when she suggested Walden Farms for their location!

Nothing Like Toddler Snack Time!