I just love to hear from old friends… especially when they want me to take pictures of the important things in their lives. When Katy emailed me and told me she wanted pictures done for her baby that was about to be 1, I had this weird feeling about how “old” I’m getting. No, I’m not getting old, but I’m definitely getting older. I can’t believe how many people I went to school with are now married, have children, and have moved off to different places in the world. It’s so surreal to know that life is just flashing by. But anyway, it was SO great to see Katy (and she’s pregnant again! YIPPEE!) and to take pictures of the beautiful Ashlan.

By the way, if you are interested in getting pictures of your children done, take note of the outfits and props Katy brought. They were IDEAL! Bright colors, hats, jewelry… I love it! Thanks Katy, I hope you love the pictures!

BY THE WAY: Don’t forget to check back on MONDAY to find out what’s been brewing lately! I can’t wait to share!

Charlee just turned TWO years old! She was actually a little cutie that danced the night away at Bill and Court’s wedding this past September. Her mom emailed me a few weeks ago to see if I could photograph her little girl at her birthday party! Well, of course! This is an ideal situation for parents who LOVE pictures, but don’t want to be responsible for holding the camera and capturing every moment of the entire party … or for trying to get everyone’s pictures while trying to be the host! I really had fun capturing the party (and got to eat some DELICIOUS cake!) while Charlee, family, and friends all enjoyed celebrating and having fun together! Thanks Lauren for asking me to join you at the party! Hope you see some images you love!

Here is the birthday girl.

Look at all the preparation Lauren had done! I love the lollipops!

Charlee having some fun in the yard!

She really enjoyed her party!

SO much stuff to do!

But she was a great host and greeted her guests…

And the most important part of the evening… CAKE!

Nothing like ending a party with some sugar…

I have an official new “Category” of photography sessions. I would like to introduce: the Life Session. A life session is simply a photoshoot that celebrates who you are right now in life. You don’t have to have a special reason to get pictures done… like a wedding, a pregnancy, or for Christmas. That’s because we all need to enjoy the every day occurrences of life. Who we are, what we are becoming, and how we are living. We should celebrate life because every day is a blessing.

Lauren knows what it’s all about. She’s graduating from Tarleton State University (GO TEXANS!) in December and wanted a few fun shots to celebrate this time in her life. We had a TON of fun getting different shots around the campus. Lauren is so spunky and fun, and it was great to see her again! Lauren, enjoy your sneak peek!

Lauren was just messing around, but I thought this was so cute of her!