Consider it a sheer gift, friends, when tests and challenges come at you from all sides. You know that under pressure, your faith-life is forced into the open and shows its true colors. So don’t try to get out of anything prematurely. Let it do its work so you become mature and well-developed, not … [Read more...] about James 1:1-18
Sam + Adam | Pride & Prejudice Inspired Anniversary Session
He held her close. Tightly. Kissing her lightly, his hand slid down her waist until his fingers could weave themselves into hers. Her eyes met his and she let him lead. They made their way across the field, through the oaks and into morning light. Her dress swayed as she moved. It flared and … [Read more...] about Sam + Adam | Pride & Prejudice Inspired Anniversary Session
Polly + Caleb | A Proposal
The sun stretched its final ray of light across the water while I hid in the bushes and held my breath. Two figures held hands and walked towards me. I ducked down and laid low, watching, waiting, afraid to make a sound. Then, the moment came. He got down on one knee and I raced … [Read more...] about Polly + Caleb | A Proposal
The Bahrs | Gulf Shores Family Session
Life is such a precious thing, especially when it abounds in chubby cheeks and baby giggles! While Fall is turning leaves into shades of gold and crimson in the Northern parts of the U.S., the sun is still shining and bright down in the gulf! This past week I was able to photograph the Bahr Family … [Read more...] about The Bahrs | Gulf Shores Family Session
Family Traditions + the Yearly Christmas Card
I've always wanted to do everything under the sun. Where some people would find their consistency and security in having the same career for most of their life, that was something that made me feel like a caged bird. The idea of having one career my whole life was never something that I wanted for … [Read more...] about Family Traditions + the Yearly Christmas Card
Ben + Amanda | Richmond, Virginia Engagement Session
He pulled her into him and she breathed a comfortable sigh. As if- finally- they both were alone together. Away from the chaos of life and the final, last minute details of the wedding they were planning. He smiled down at his bride to be, and she smiled back. No words were spoken, but so much … [Read more...] about Ben + Amanda | Richmond, Virginia Engagement Session