November 19, 2008

Relief.

Whewwww...  It's hard to describe the range of emotions when you're thinking about your baby having an MRI.  It all began on Friday and for a few days, I didn't always hold it together so well.  And honestly, I tried to put it all out of my mind.  I knew that it was in God's hands anyway.  All I could do was pray.  And I found peace in that.  So Monday and Tuesday of this week, I was calm.  As calm as you can be knowing that something could be wrong with your child. 

But Alex was such a big boy!  He was SO still for the testing and we had the results within an hour.  All clear... perfectly normal.  Dr says it must be growing pains.  Or as I call it... "Rowdy Boy Syndrome".  (Did I mention that Alex was riding a bike without training wheels at 3½ and jumping ramps by the time he was 5?!)

As I was driving home today, I had such a mix of emotions.  I thank God that my baby is ok.  But I was reminded of something Shane used to tell me when we first met.  If I had a bad day, he'd always say that somewhere out there, someone had a fantastic day.  Be happy for them.  It was their turn for good.  Sometimes you get the good and sometimes you get the bad.  Balance.  And I couldn't help but think of other Mommas who might be in a similar situation.  And not all of them got the great news that we did today.  Pray for that Momma and her family.  For a short time this week, I could imagine how she feels... how terrifying it must be to know that something is wrong with your child.

Hug your babies!  I thank God for mine!

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November 17, 2008

A Little Update...

I'm working on sessions every chance I get so if you're waiting on your gallery, I'm working.  I promise.  We've had a few bumps in the road.  I had forgotten all about how sick my kids were last winter.  But it's quickly coming back to me!  Savannah is scheduled for surgery on December 3rd to have her tonsils removed (5 cases of strep in 7 months!).  Alex will have an MRI on Wednesday.  He's having some back pain and we're going to see what's causing that.  Then Sadie has an ear infection that won't go away... she's one more doctor's visit from seeing the ENT herself.  All 3 have this nasty cough that scares me to death.  <sigh>  Please keep them in your prayers and me too...

I know who is in control.  He keeps me going.  Love these lyrics from my current favorite song, "Savior Please" by Josh Wilson...

"I try to be so tough
But I'm just not strong enough
I can't do this alone, God I need You to hold on to me."

November 11, 2008

Her Daddy's Clone

I say that about Sadie all the time... she's Shane's little clone!  But I met another baby girl who is her Daddy's clone (I think it's precious!).  Kate Lynn is a doll!  Here is a little sneak peek, Stephanie & Chad!  I'll let you know when your gallery is ready... thanks so much!

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November 04, 2008

Sweet Feet

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Nothing says "baby" to me like a little one laying down playing with his toes!  I could have spent the entire day with Parker!  He had the brightest, sweetest smile!!!  Thank you, Keely for sharing him with me!

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...because life IS Art. 

November 03, 2008

And Baby Makes 4

Welcome to the world, baby Tripp! 

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A Photographer's Prayer

I've read this on several photographers' blogs and wanted to share with you...

Oh God, as I bring my subject into focus and prepare to make each Portrait,
never let me forget that I'm creating treasures for some family,
a keepsake for loved ones...

Make me sensitive to the qualities and virtues of others,
that I may draw out into the light,
the beautiful radiant belongings of their hearts....

Help me Oh Lord, to be an artist,
collecting the beauty of every soul,
the glow of youth, the wisdom of age, the gentleness,
the laughter or tears of each life that is precious in thy sight...

Deeper than a means of livelihood,
give me the perspective to see my photographer's art as a service to others,
making life richer and more memorable....

And, Dear Lord, between the lights and shadows,
the ups and downs and the rolling years,
keep me from getting out of focus or off center,
so that my life and work may be framed with dignity
and colored with contentment...

AMEN

I could never, ever speak so eloquently as this.  And those of you who know me in person, know that this is true.  {smile}   But this is my prayer as well...

Confession Time

I confess... I rarely get my camera out for "fun" these days.  At any given time I usually have 4 to 5 sessions to edit and I'm working on a wedding!  But I couldn't resist getting a couple of shots of Savannah & Alex in their costumes.  (They both picked what they wanted to be this year)...

Miley (because we got rid of her Hannah wig when we moved and didn't realize it til Thursday night... ha!)
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Sadie was sleeping during this little shoot, so there is nothing of her... But Shane was playing around with ler last night and said that I should go and get my camera.  I looked at him like... "you're kidding, right?"  lol...  remember those 5 sessions and a wedding that I'm already working on?!  :)

But I'm so glad that I did... Sadie totally posed for the camera.  As soon as I'd put it up to my face, she'd start grinning so big... it was hilarious!  

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And finally, Daddy's (and Mamaw Sherry's) little clone... in every sense of the word!  Sadie is already a little comedian! 
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October 31, 2008

Tis The Season

Cotton Picking Season... and I had so much fun in the fields!  Here are a few of my favorites...

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Hide & Seek...
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family...
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Thanks Kristy!  Connor and Emma were a lot of fun!!!  :) 

October 29, 2008

20 Months & 20 hours

It occured to me as I was driving home from the hospital yesterday that Cooper and Miles are both 20s... 20 Months and 20 Hours.  :)

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perfect mouth, perfect nose, perfect fingers and perfect toes...  complete baby perfection.

Welcome to the world, Miles Reed! 

And if you're an expectant Mom and would like to capture your baby's first hours, give me a call!  They're only brand new for a short while.  I'm reminded all the time how quickly they grow.  My first "baby" will be 1o before I know it!  (wow.)

October 28, 2008

Just Perfect

So tiny & new...

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More to come! I just couldn't resist sharing this little man with you! 

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