Finally, finally, finally!!! So many of you have shared in my family’s joy at the arrival of our newest family member from China, Lyn-Dee. She’s everything we have dreamed, hoped, prayed and wished for…and EVEN MORE!! Every day we see more of her sweet personality.
Last night was the first time we really got to see her play and laugh. Before this she had been very quiet and wouldn’t leave her mommy’s (my aunt Lori’s) side. We got out her new stacking cups and we heard giggles and belly laughs for the first time. I whipped out the point-and-shoot camera for a quick video.
Today she was like a new child! Smiling, laughing, giggling and even walking around (though not too far!) all on her own. Today, my heart melted when she walked right over to me and let me hold her. (My eyes filled with big crocodile tears!) We have all waited and waited for her and I think we’re still pinching ourselves to make sure that she’s really here.
After dinner, I took out the camera again for a quick video. I got a special treat at the very end!
I have one more story to share. 
Before dinner, Uncle Tom lead the blessing. In our family we all hold hands during the dinner grace. I was sitting next to Lori who had Lyn-Dee in her lap. I started to reach for Lori’s hand but stopped and put my hand out to Lyn-Dee. She looked at it and then wrapped her tiny hand around mine for her first family dinner prayer. Again…the tears fell! It’s been an amazingly emotional trip .
We are oh so blessed to have her in our lives! Of course my camera is bursting with tons and tons of phototgraphs. I’ll have them uploaded after I get home as soon as I can. Love and hugs to all!
October 17th, 2009 was a cool, crisp, fall day….perfect for an autumn wedding. This is the day that I was honored to shoot the wedding of Andre and Nancy. They are such an amazing couple!! They are full of love and happiness. Nancy is by far the coolest, calmest bride I have ever come across. Not one little thing frazzled this girl! Since I have soooo many photographs from their special day, I’ve decided to post and preview their wedding in small parts. Today we are debuting the girls getting ready before the ceremony. Nancy’s bridal party was made up of a few close friends and her sister. The girls had the perfect place to get ready at the church. This room was full of gorgeous mid-day light and had a huge mirror that was perfect for primping.
I love the colors that Nancy chose for her bridal party. The flowers and the dresses went together perfectly!!! I can’t wait to show you more, Nancy!! Stay tuned!
A while back you saw a tiny sneak peek of Jenn’s senior photo session with me. That was nothing!!! Wait till you see these gorgeous photographs of this fantastic senior. Jenn is a part of the graduating class of 2010. She’s into everything! She’s a cheerleader for her high school’s football team and she is the captain of her swim team. BUSY GIRL!! She was on homecoming court this fall and is on her way to getting a swimming scholarship for college next year. GO GIRL GO!! I really encouraged her to go for that scholarship…especially since I’m still paying for those pesky college loans. During our shoot together, we talked non-stop (I’m actually surprised at how many photos we got taken!) and I discovered that she is not visiting one but TWO of my favorite schools. She has plans to visit WVU and Western Michigan University. I have insider tips for her at both places. No matter where you end up Jenn, you’re going to have an amazing college experience. But for now, enjoy what is left of your senior year. It was a pleasure to meet you. You have a very bright future ahead of you.
And for the cheerleader in all of us….
Have an unforgettable senior year, Jenn!
I had the pleasure of meeting one of the sweetest little families last week! Hayden is a bundle of energy and was constantly on the go during our shoot together. I had to post a couple of my favorites! Can’t wait to show you more of cutie pie Hayden!
I can’t get enough photos of Lyn-Dee with her new family. Uncle Tom is a proud daddy! (And I’m sooo proud of you for representing our Mountaineers in China!! Go WVU!)
Check out my gorgeous aunt and my precious new baby cousin. Happy GOTCHYA day Lyn-Dee!!! We’ve been waiting and waiting and WAITING for you!!!
The entire family has been on pins and needles waiting to hear from them. According to their itinerary, they got Lyn-Dee at 3:00am this morning (Oct 26th). We waited all day for a text, phone call, or email confirming that they got her. My mom finally got this photograph!!! Isn’t she precious?!?! Welcome to our family Lyn-Dee!!! We love you so much!!!
I recently did a sneak peek from Melissa and Brad’s maternity shoot. I’m alllll done with their photographs and they turned out fantastic!! This couple was so much fun to work with…and even better, Melissa is a local photographer too! Check out her website here. Brad and Melissa chose to have their shoot at Brad’s parents home in Grove City. When I showed up the day was gray and threatening of rain….we were lucky to squeeze in a solid hour of shooting before the dreaded “misting” began. As you can tell from these photographs, this couple is hopelessly in-love and beyond excited for their upcoming arrival. And to my absolute joy…they are doing things the “old fashioned” way and waiting to find out if it will be a boy or a girl. Love it!!
I love the photograph above. It tells so many stories about a couple in-love and waiting for their first baby.
The clothes on the line were Melissa’s idea. So cute! I LOVE IT when clients come to a shoot with a mind full of ideas!!
Melissa, I love the next photograph of you….you look so happy and absolutely gorgeous!!
It was a pleasure and an honor to shoot your maternity photographs. Thank you so much for spending the evening with me! I’m very excited for your upcoming arrival. Take care and congratulations!
****UPDATE!!!***
Right after I posted this, I went to Melissa’s Facebook page to let her know that her photos were up. I was immediately informed that they had their little bundle of joy yesterday!!!! It’s a BOY!!! A big huge welcome to Theodore Albert – born on October 24th at 9:26 pm; 6 lbs 13 oz 19.5 inches long. Congratulations you guys!!!
You might not recognize MNR PHOTOGRAPHY over the next couple of days….we are in the process of getting a brand new look!! I’m very excited about this makeover. Of course there will be bugs and kinks during my first couple of weeks that we go live. Your continued support, patience and enthusiasm is always appreciated. I hope to be completely accessorized soon!
Almost time!!! One more week until Beauy debutes his new costume!! He’s been begging us every night to put it on and we kindly oblige. Doesn’t he look precious? I think he’ll win the neighborhood costume contest. 
BIG THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO A LORI AND U TOM!!!! They left for CHINA this morning to get their little girl. I can’t wait to meet you Lyn-Dee!
I’ve had such a fantastic week!!! We are moved in (but not organized at all!), I’m photographing a beautiful wedding this weekend and I had the BEST time photographing this gorgeous senior this week!!
Meet Jenn…her smile is as contagious as her personality. We had such a fun time together and she was up for anything (even sitting in the middle of a busy road!)…not to mention she came to the shoot prepared with a suitcase of clothes and accessories. I knew right away this was my kind of girl!
Jenn, I had such a great time hanging out with you! Thanks for spending the evening with me. Hope you weren’t too late to your meeting!!
I can ‘t wait to show you more photographs from our shoot. Stay tuned!
