What a year it has been..

Posted on December 31, 2009

This year I have been graced with faces full of laughter, faces full of wonder, faces full of contemplation, faces full of love.. And I could go on and on. This has been my busiest year by far, and I am overwhelmed by the sheer number of San Diego families that have allowed me into their lives for the tiniest bit. Nearly 50 sessions under my belt for 2009 and I am floored. Thank you clients!! You guys rock my socks!!

I am honored that you would consider me a worthy documentor of your family moments. I pray that I can continue to do so. I love to watch your babies grow. I love watching your marriages flourish. I love watching exciting life events happen before my very eyes. I am deeply grateful for each and every one of you.

Blessings to you as we celebrate a New Year. See you soon!!

Love Happy Clients..

Downtown La Mesa..

Posted on November 30, 2009

Just a few.. I am absolutely slammed with holiday sessions and editing, praise the Lord!! I prayed for business, and the Lord blessed me indeed. That is why I have been absent a bit over here on the bloggy blog. I haven’t the time!!

Oh.. and we moved into a new house with 2 weeks notice.. because we are crazy. And the house was a crazy good deal. And we are crazy. I even attempted to host Thanksgiving at my house! Umm.. don’t quite know what I was thinking, but we had a splendid time…

Once I got the oven to work.. But that is a another story for another time.

This was one of those fun, easy, sweet sessions that every photographer longs for. The lighting was good. The kiddos posed perfectly. There were an abundance of smiles and giggles. Oh, and cuteness. Need I mention the cuteness??

Enjoy!!

Love Cuteness..

Old Poway Park rocks..

Posted on November 15, 2009

Meet the C family… All tan and gorgeous, in their crisp white shirts! I was not upset to take this family’s photos.

A word of advice.. if you happen to be at a place with an ampitheater, or stage of some sort, and the subjects you are photographing love to dance.. Well, please be prepared for a mighty fine show.

I was treated to some tap dancing, some swing dancing, and the kicker.. A bit of “Thriller” choreography. It was amazing, and I loved every minute of it. I would have stayed longer, but had to run off for another shoot. Bummer for me!!

Mr C. and Miss I… I sure hope you enjoyed your ketchup with a side of hamburger…. It was great to meet you all. Your gallery will be up soon.

Love Ketchup..

Just one that made me laugh out loud…

Posted on November 12, 2009

Oh. My. Word. I wanted to take her home with me. She was sassy. She was spunky. She let her momma curl her long golden hair. She asked me to get up on the amphitheater stage to sing with her. And I did.

We sang the Hannah Montana theme song.. in case you wanted to know.

And then, she made me chuckle as she started break dancing.. commanding me to take pictures of her while she was busting a move. And I did.

Her daddy is deployed and they are surprising him with pictures. I thought it was fitting to post this munchkin on Veteran’s Day, as a reminder of what a great sacrifice their Dads and Moms make to serve our country. What they might miss out on while fighting for our freedom.. I am overwhelmingly honored that I was able to capture her spirit.

I know that the ins and outs of parenting day after day is long and trying and exhausting, especially if you have to do it alone some/most/all of the time. I don’t know how military spouses do it.. I just don’t. My heart would crack in two if my 4 year old wanted to break dance and I couldn’t see it….

This session wasn’t for me. It’s not even about me. But I was blessed in spite of that.

Blessed to see a mom working really hard to raise a 4 year old and an 18 month old while Dad is gone..
Blessed to participate in a small moment of their lives..
Blessed to be able to send a package in the mail so Dad won’t miss the break dancing..

One of my favorite quotes of all times seems so fitting here.

Life is Hard. God is Good. Let’s Dance.

Love Dancing..

Some More from the Marston House…

Posted on October 27, 2009

Just a few while the G family is out of town.. Enjoy.. the rest will be up soon!!

You mean.. I really get to take pictures of sweethearts like this for a living?? I looove my job!!

The Marston House..

Posted on October 27, 2009

I had a few sessions at the Marston House this weekend… thanks to my friend and fellow photog Amber for the location find! The grounds over there are beautiful with big grassy areas, lots of bricks, weathered stairs, trailing paths.. it is almost unending the number of backgrounds one can find.

Here are just a few for the B family.

Have I told you how much I love repeat clients?? I think I have..

These sweet little misses have grown taller, and sweeter over the past year and it was my joy to capture their precious faces yet again. Their fabulous mamma always seems to find the cutest matching dresses for the girls to wear. This year.. it was glorious silver.. It makes me almost want to adopt a sister for my little miss.. but then I remember how sassy she is, and I run far away from that train of thought…

Love Silver Dresses..

Sarah Tolson presents a fun family in San Diego…

Posted on October 9, 2009

Here’s your sneak peek Mrs. O. I know you have been dying to see them!!!

The rest will be up very soon. Be watching for your email.

Love Family..

Sarah Tolson presents sweet sisters..

Posted on October 5, 2009

Just a sneak peek for Momma. I know you are anxiously awaiting your final proofs. Hopefully this will hold you over.

Sarah Tolson presents another squishy day for me..

Posted on October 2, 2009

Oh, how I have loved this little one since I first saw her face. She has lots of older brothers, so you can well imagine how much her momma is loving dressing this precious thing in all pink! Pink is what I see when I look at her too… soft pink cheeks, little rosebud pink mouth, sweet pink and cream skin… Can you tell I am obessesed?? I would have taken her home if I could have.

One day, someone is going to say yes to that question. I just know it!!

And seriously.. can you blame me?? This little Miss is more than welcome to sit in my fruit bowl, as a centerpiece anytime.

Love Pink..

Sarah Tolson presents a much anticipated little girl..

Posted on September 20, 2009

Just a quick peek at one of my latest sessions. Miss K was a sweet little one to work with.. she was loving my bean bag chair, as most of my newborns do. It must make them feel cozy and safe and secure.. Shoot, now I want one for me.

These are just a few of my faves.. Staci, your gallery will be up soon girl.

Love families..

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