Carter's First Birthday

Paul and I have decided that we live in one of the friendliest and best neighborhoods EVER.  We are just surrounded by absolutely amazing people.

One of those families is the Jackson family.  Dallas, Jenni, and Carter.  They are awesome - Jenni is an amazing hostess; Dallas is an amazing griller, and they both are awesome landscapers.  ;-)  In fact, they just helped us put in a brand new front yard - hopefully that crazy rain 2 days ago didn't destroy all the work we did over the weekend!!

They have an adorable son, Carter.  I got to attend his 1st birthday party, so of course I had to take a few pics!!!  Next week I'll blog some pics of when I got to babysit  Such a cutie-pie!

Carter's bday cupcake!

Carter's little friend

Not so sure about this birthday cupcake thing!

That's a little better!

Mmmmm....frosting!!!

Lovin' the drums!!

The Edmonson's

It is not a very common occurrence that I get to photograph 5 generations.  I had such a great time shooting the whole family...from 5 week old little Maddy to her mama, aunt, very proud grandparents, and absolutely beaming great-grandparents, Nanny and Pop Pop!!  I don't know how many favorite things I'm allowed to have, but I'm officially adding to that list photographing great-grandbabies with their great-grandparents.  There is just something about the spectrum of life that is oh-so-beautiful to see...I love it!

I used to work with Maddy's Aunt Meredith, and it was such a pleasure to meet the family!!  Thanks for having me over you guys!

Look how beautiful they all are:

Mitchell & Victoria

Mitchell is actually one of the first people I met after coming down here to Nashville.  He is one awesome guy...he's hilarious, gregarious, impulsive, caring, fun, a "Renaissance Man," quirky, and creative.  I totally enjoy anytime I get to spend anytime with him!

Recently he got engaged to the beautiful Victoria.  I have only met her a few times, but she seems to be the perfect complement to Mitchell.  She is super sweet, kind, and caring.  She is also a bit goofy, and I think she evens out Mitchell's rough edges!  ;-)

Also involved in the whole process was the precious Kylar.  She is Mitchell's daughter and she is a JOY!!  Such a fun age, too.  We had a blast running around all day.

I was lucky enough to get to photograph their engagement portraits.  I had an absolute riot, and I really can't wait to do it again!

Enjoy my favorites from the day...I think we did a pretty good job of capturing their love for each other as well as their personalities!!  Let me know what you think!

Greg & Melissa

Greg and I go way back...he used to come in to the GLC daily for his coffee and scone fix.  He always was a great guy - and he still is!!  This was the first time I've seen Greg in probably about 5 years or so.  He is awesome!  And he married the most amazing and beautiful woman.  Melissa is strong, sweet, thoughtful, gorgeous, and the perfect complement to Greg!!

Enjoy the first sneak peak of photos from their absolutely GORGEOUS wedding!!!

What are you doing this weekend??

I'm heading to Atlanta, GA for a dog show!!  Those of you that know me may think this is a bit odd, but my husband has started showing our whippets.  It's actually a pretty fun experience, though aspects of it are scarily like the movie Best In Show.  ;-)

Here are a few pics from the last dog show we went to.  I need a little more practice at shooting like this - for some reason, a wedding reception is much easier for me! - next time I'll rent the right lens so I can get some awesome shots.

If you are going to be in Atlanta this weekend, give me a call!