I’m not sure how this magical day is already 2 months behind us.  Time moves quickly on, but some moments linger with us for a lifetime. Here’s some of my favorite highlights from the beautiful wedding of Erin Gilliland to Garrett Carpenter. Congratulations, Erin & Garrett Carpenter. #Carpenters(DO)BuildForever This was the funniest thing I’ve ever […]

Conversations with my daughter. “Mom, did I ever have a cake smash when I turned one?” “No, honey.  That wasn’t popular back when you were a little.” She eyeballs the leftover cake from her birthday party and serves me a raised eyebrow. My husband chimes in from the other room, “rather fitting, she’s double ones […]

Gratitude. I feel such incredible g.r.a.t.i.t.u.d.e. to be invited into the lives of people. To photograph and tell love stories, like that of Sarah and Cody. I got to know them, on a beach in Cancun, Mexico, when I photographed Katy and Hank’s wedding. Cody is Katy‘s brother.  He’s a quiet gentleman.  Sarah is just stunning inside […]

I don’t remember exactly when I first saw The White Sparrow, but it was love at first sight.  Over the past year, I’ve waited and hoped that one of my Couples would choose this venue.  When Erin needed a venue in the DFW area, I suggested several, but secretly hoped she’d choose this beautiful white […]

My husband and I took a day trip to Waco, Tx recently to check out Chip & Joanna Gaines store:  Magnolia.  As I’ve jokingly said – it was a spiritual experience for me.  Truth is, I’m not joking.  Several times, my heart caught in my throat and I held back happy tears.  I had stayed away, […]

Last week, after months of hibernation, I sat at my computer and blogged about love. Not in the typical way, of kisses and chocolates.   Couples embracing, red lips and big smiles. This year, love looked a lot like a beautiful mess on my table.  J gave me the most beautiful, bright bouquet of flowers.  He said […]