Bella

Bella (pronounced "Bay-ya" as in the spanish word/pronunciation) is our dog. I believe I posted about her soon after we got her. She is a whippet, which is a small greyhound. I wasn't so sure about owning a dog...especially an "inside" one!! But, I've decided I like her a lot. I think we'll keep her!!! ;-)

I was trying to get some photographs for a flyer I am creating for the Brown Dog Foundation's Celebration "Pawty". I thought I'd share some of my favorites!!! (Isn't she cute!!! You may insert your own "oooohhh's" and "aaaaaahhhhh's" at appropriate moments.) :-)














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Scottsdale, AZ

While I was in Arizona shooting Becca and John's wedding, I had a day to hang out in Old Town Scottsdale. I took a few pics and thought I'd share. It was my first trip to the west...I enjoyed it!! Can't wait to go back and visit another time.

Briar Lee Rickman

My cousin, Brandon, and his wife, Amy just had a baby boy. Congrats Brandon and Amy!!

Briar Lee Rickman was born May 11 at 12:45 p.m. 8 lbs, 9 oz. He is precious!! My brother, Guy, and I got to go meet him tonight at the hospital...it was great!! Amy is doing wonderfully, and it was SO awesome to see her and Brandon. I think that they are going to be awesome parents!!! I can't wait to get to see him again...

John & Becca Preview!

John and Becca were married in Scottsdale, AZ last weekend. What a fun, pretty wedding!!

I actually worked with Becca back in the day when she was in the youth group at CCC. I was so honored when she asked me to be a part of her special day. I hadn't seen Becca in, oh, about 5 years. She has grown into such a wonderful and beautiful young lady. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting her husband, John. He is funny, sweet, and totally in love with Becca...so he gets my approval!!

Enjoy a preview of their pics...

Peter & Megan Preview!!

First of all, a huge congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Peter Schulte!!!! They were married on April 10 in Kansas City. What a fun, fun time!!!

I grew up with Peter's family in my home church. He is one of 11 children, and I moved away a while ago, so it was amazing see the kids "all growed up." Peter has definitely grown up!! He's about 6'2" now and I remember him being shorter than me. He has a great sense of humor and was very patient with me even though he really hates to get his picture taken.

Megan worked at Camp Como in Como, Colorado for my dad. She was always one of his favorites, so she's a shoe-in favorite with me!! ;-) Megan is such a dear - very caring, sweet, and fun.

I had a blast hanging out with Megan and Peter on the day of their wedding. I think that they are a wonderful fit for each other and I definitely wish them the best.

Enjoy the preview!