A Snow Day.

Friday our phone rang at 6am to say no school for my Kindergartner.

WOOHOO, what kid doesn't love a snow day!

Then just before 8am another phone call my preschooler has a snow day too.

So, I made a decision to spend the day capturing what they would decide to do.  Mistake? Well, we will have to see!

The view from our front door wreath.

First they decided to watch a few morning cartoons in Mom and Dads room.  We love Disney Junior.

1. Yes my house is a mess, but on snow days, I have better things to do :)  2. This is Grace's view of Sophia the first.

Doesn't everyone have a bullhorn in their house :/   I had to veto that after about 3 minutes!

My cousin set us a GIANT box of paper and some stickers earlier this week (THANK YOU AGAIN KATELYN), so they took a dive into playing and crafting it up.

I told you it was A LOT of paper :)

Jenni only lasted about 6 minutes and then she was done.  Grace was well into her artwork and had to get it done before she could leave.

They decided to watch the new episode of Sophia The First and requested that I join them.

We ate some lunch then it was time for rest time.  Grace usually reads, but I let her watch a movie and we added the tent for a little more fun.

Jenni still takes a nap, but she also requested a tent, thank goodness we have two.

Grace decided she did want to read, so we did a little book and digital reading.....I think I heard a little game playing too though ;)

She LOVES playing pretend, ANYTHING pretend......she was making food with playdough and being a waitress.  *The cakeballs were DE-LISH!

She got into a little bit of trouble not following some rules, so she had to sit in time out and fell asleep.  

All in all it was a great day, the girls really liked picking what to do.  They didn't really like me following them around all day, and would block their face from being photographed.  I think a lot of photographer parents get this, as we probably always have a camera in our hands. 

Engagement: Dan & Jessica

 Jessica and Dan met through a mutual friend while playing Rock Band.
The friendship grew into something more. ;)

 This wedding is going to be so Ah-Mazing!

I should also say that Jessica is my cousin, and I am ecstatic that Dan is joining our family!

 

Jessica is a music teacher so I knew this would be a really fun idea ;)

They invited me to shoot these photos in their home, which is historic and stunning!

This is Dook, he likes to photo bomb when necessary :)

Jessica requested a few photos on the front porch, how could I deny!

My heart is fluttering over these two.

This was Dan's only request :)

A genuinely happy couple.

She is also a fantastic photographer, but she can totally rock the other side of the camera!

Yep! They are so blessed to have each other.

May you always love each other more today than you did yesterday, but not as much as you will tomorrow :)

By far one of my personal favorites!

This is the part where I tell you how funny I am, but they didn't even need my jokes.....they had their own!!!

This is just for good measure; myself and the Bride in the summer of 1990 (I think)

A BEAUTIFUL December Wedding: Kevin & Kathi

Kevin & Kathi are two of the most loved filled people I have ever had the chance to photograph.

Their day was AMAZING and I am pretty sure everyone's love bucket was running over.

I am so excited to watch these two people grow into a beautiful family, because their love is absolutely timeless.

This beautiful ceremony and reception were held at The Laurel Manor

The first dance!

GAH!!!  I just absolutely find her smile infectious and totally beautiful!!

The only song he wanted was Gangnam Style....oh, and he got it!

A Gorgeous Ann Arbor Wedding: Nicole & Andy

Andy and Nicole met at a bar, when they got stuck with the bar tab from their other friends.

The rest is beautiful history!

The ceremony took place at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

It was absolutely love filled and full of comedy, how could anything be better!

Clearly, they just do NOT know how to have fun ;)

Here are the new Mr. & Mrs. sharing a moment together before the celebration continues!

 This is one of my favorite moments!  

A speech being given from the Maid of Honor and a beautiful glimpse of a private, loved filled look.

The first dance at The University of Michigan Union

A Tecumseh, Michigan Wedding: Misty & Matt

When Matt & Misty met, it was like the sunshine breaking through the clouds on a gloomy day!

As cliche as this sounds, it is so very true!

Now, they are married and starting their family, and there are no clouds in site!

 

 The girls are all getting ready!  Make-up by Brandy

 The officiant was a close personal friend to the Bride & Groom.  He made the ceremony just for them!

A little bit of music and celebration going on as we made our way to the reception.

A first dance kiss!

 A gorgeous moment between Misty & Matt!

The Neighbor's, The Pifer's.

This is the Pifer family.  They have become amazing friends over the last year!  I found them through my parents, they live right next door to my Mom and Step Dad.  They are so much fun and an amazing family who give so much of themselves to others.  We were going to do a photography session last summer, things got busy and we never planned it.  This summer we were going to do it, but Tammi wanted to lose weight first and get the boys haircuts and all spiffy.  

Then on the weekend of July 21st Scott was not feeling well, they rushed to the hospital to find out he was having a heart attack.  He is only 39 years young.  A week after they got back from the hospital and things got back to normal, Tammi contacted me.  

"Ok, so do to recent circumstances, I believe it is time to schedule a pic of my family!  I have to get over being fat and just do it!  When are you available?"

Tammi is gorgeous FYI!

So, here is your reminder!  Life is too short, have your picture taken, I don't care who takes it, just do it!  Use your camera phone, use your own point and shoot, or ask the neighbor to take it.  I don't care how you get it done, just don't waste another day!

The B-Man!

I think his Mom is in trouble!

These are some handsome boys!!!

They are celebrating 7 years of marriage shortly!!!  Congratulations :D

Tammi dubbed this as a "cheesy" photo she wanted done.  They are your memories so nothing is cheesy!

I absolutely adore this!

The whole beautiful family :)