Hey everyone!!! Yes, I am back to work:) Vacation lasted a little longer than expected, but it was so much FUN! I just got back from Tennessee and Indiana over the weekend. The snow was SOOOO much fun! Emma had a blast to say the least. Since I have gotten back I have done Emma’s soccer photos, a baby session, and a birth. Yes, I have been busy to say the least! I will post more about my vacation with photos after posting the soccer, baby session, birth and wedding:) Glad to be back! Can’t wait to share the new year with you guys!
Well I can finally breath:) I will be taking some very much needed family time from now until Jan. 11th:) Over the last couple of years I have learned to control my calendar and not let it control me. Every now and again we have to step back and reflect on what’s super duper important in life and take the time to appreciate those people:) So that’s what I am doing. Most of you know that my mom was in the hospital this week. She had to have surgery and is doing very well. She is home now thank goodness!!! My mom only lives 2 streets over so I am able to go over and help take care of her during this time very easily. I’m so thankful for that. She is such a trooper and is hanging in there. For a woman who is use to be on the go 24/7 it’s strange for her to be sitting still. However, even though I know she will never admit it, she likes it:) Thank you all for your prayers and concerns.
I have gotten several emails about shoots starting in Jan. and they will start back up on Jan. 11th. If you have not booked for next year then please do shoot over an email and I will get back to you on Jan. 11th. The calendar for 2010 is booking quickly so shoots will be schedule on a first come first serve basis. I will be leaving to go on maternity leave, but I do not have those dates yet. I have been diagnosed with placenta previa so it just depends on that. If it fixes itself then I’m right on schedule, but if it doesn’t then I will be going on leave 2 weeks earlier. I will be going to the doctor on the 6th of Jan. and will know more then. I will be sure to keep everyone posted.
My little Emma bean is so excited about Christmas this year and I must admit I am too:) It is so much fun to hear her talk about Santa and how he comes when you are fast asleep:) We are enjoying this time with just Emma this year, because soon our lives will change, for the better of course. Another little bundle of joy will be added to the mix and Emma can share all her little secrets with her little sister.
I look forward to talking with everyone soon! Enjoy your holidays!!! XO~
So again I had way to many favorites to pick from:) Let me first say that Traci is one of those people that you meet and you can start a conversation like you’ve known her forever! She is such a sweet heart and her family follows her same path:) I enjoyed hanging with you guys! I was sorry to hear the next day that Carson wasn’t feeling well:( I’m glad he is doing better though and I looking forward to shooting you guys again soon (with my camera of course):) XO~
I did get Traci's permission before posting this one and the next one:) I know there are so many of us that can relate to this situation:) I have way to many days that are similar to this. Now this is what I call REAL. LIFE. ART.:)
I love that Jax is so patiently waiting:)
I know that I posted this one before but I just love it!
These shots always crack me up and it cracks me up even more when the moms tell me what the hubby actually said and he gets a little embarrassed;) LOL!
I just love this REAL. LIFE. ART. So urban! You guys rock!!!
They look like they are just suppose to be together:)
Kids always have fun at our shoots:) I love this one because this is just how cute they are:) So REAL:)
I love me some shoe shots!!!!
This shot makes me laugh because the parents have no clue how silly the kiddos are being:) Don't worry I did get the shot where the silly's were gone, but if you ask me...I like the sillies:)
I must admit there are times the parents must bribe:)
What a beautiful, happy family:)
Traci and her family are definitely very COOL people:) If you don’t believe me then just take a look at this tiny sneak peek…
You go girl! Krista came on a shoot with me yesterday and totally rocked manual settings on her new 40d! I’m so proud of you girl! It only took her 4 days to learn how to shoot in manual:) If you are interested in learning your camera just shoot me an email or give me a call and we can discuss a mentorship:) Here is a before and after from Krista. SOOOOO proud of her!!!
BEFORE ~ Awesome shot as is:)
AFTER ~ Go Krista, Go Krista, it's your birthday...okay I won't go there:) Just know you rock!!!!
So Lori is a very cool person and her family is definitely an extension of her:) Her kiddos are so sweet and LOVE the camera!!! Here is just a tiny sneak peek of our session. More to come tomorrow along with an update. Off to bed. XO~
Cool guy Noah:)
I just love this shot of them:) Amelia is completely clueless about her little family watching:)
This photo just makes me say WOW! Shouldn't he be in a magazine?!
Just so sweet.
I was able to capture some AWESOME moments and I’m so happy and thrilled to be able to share them with you! This is most definitely REAL. LIFE. ART. Thanks to the Ruby’s for letting be part of this amazing story!!! Love you guys!
by Maria Snider
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