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Paul

Today my husband, Paul, is one year older! I know this is obvious but I kinda dig Paul. He's perfect for me in every way. You can't tell by these photos but he has the cutest smile and laugh (I'm pretty sure I asked him to be serious)! Anyway, happy birthday Paul.

TVB.

I Am Loved

Try to remember that you are loved by someone. We all are.

Fleur De Lis

This past weekend I had the opportunity to photograph for the lovely Fleur De Lis store, located now on Salt Lake's State Street (previously in the Gateway). It was an incredible shoot ... beautiful girls and gorgeous clothing.

Sarah

Today my sister Sarah is moving to Brisbane, Australia. Her new husband has a new job at a mine there, which is prompting the move. What an experience! I'm entirely envious of Sarah ... of the adventures she'll have, the people she'll meet, the places she'll see, and the cultural experience she'll never forget. I am looking forward to this chapter in their lives and I can't wait to visit them in the not-too-distant future.

This photo is of my Dad walking Sarah down the aisle this past September. The whole day was magical. Sarah, I'll miss your face. Have fun and keep me posted!

Bernie the Saint Bernard

Thankful

This is the time of year for family shoots ... and I'm loving it! I love seeing the different families and getting to know all the little kids. Photographing these families makes me grateful for my own. I hope you all remember your blessings this holiday season!

The Freedom Tower

Bethany & Kimball

Before I get in to this wedding I want to tell you about Bethany and her dress. Bethany made her dress. Yup. As in needle and thread sewing. The best part? She had never before made one thing in her life. I didn't believe it either until she told me the entire story. It's amazing. This girl needs to be interviewed, or something, because she did a spectacular job. The materials she used were 1) an anthropologie shower curtain for the bottom portion and 2) her Grandmother's lace from her original wedding dress for the top portion. Seriously incredible.

Bethany & Kimball had the sweetest, simplest wedding. No cake, no dancing, no bouquet/garter toss. Just a simple ceremony and a greeting line to see their guests. It was beautiful for so many reasons. Bethany & Kimball are so kind, so precious to one another. It was beyond obvious to me and I had just met them! I couldn't be happier they chose me to document their day.

Enjoy the photos!