Last weekend I was honored to become the Godmother to little Ava at her baptism. Here’s the beautiful 3-month old!

Last weekend I was honored to become the Godmother to little Ava at her baptism. Here’s the beautiful 3-month old!

On our way home from the Maple Leaf Fest this weekend, I couldn’t help but pull over to snap a few photos of the countryside during the gorgeous golden hour before sunset.

And for those who are curious … here is my 20 week baby bump! I promise I won’t post too many of these self-portraits. 🙂

P.S. Happy 4th anniversary to my husband Jerod!
I saw this beautiful bouquet at the Maple Leaf Festival this weekend. It was only $10, and looking back, I wonder if I should have bought it. But what could be better than a photo that lasts forever?

After posting a sneak peek a couple of weeks ago, I couldn’t wait to edit the rest of the photos from my most recent family photo session. This couple and their Cavalier King Charles were naturals in front of the camera! Note: If you would like holiday photos, please book them by Nov. 8.






A couple of weeks ago when I got an itch to be crafty, I made this fall wreath for our front door. It was really easy, and much less expensive than buying one. I got all of the supplies at Michael’s.
Wreath: $4
Leaf/berry garland: $8
Brown ribbon: $5 (barely used any of it though)
“R” letter: $2 (natural wood – painted with paint I already had)
Flower accent: already had it
Hot glue and fishing line: already had it
Total: $19

Here’s one final photo from our 2008 North Carolina vacation. Sometimes I am still amazed by the beautiful spot we got engaged (the top of Mt. Craig).
North Carolina Photo(s) #1
North Carolina Photo #2
North Carolina Photo #3

My husband and I had the best time exploring Moses H. Cone Memorial Park on our fall engagement vacation a few years ago. It was the day after we got engaged, and I was in heaven – with both the gorgeous views and anticipation for what the future held.
North Carolina Photo(s) #1
North Carolina Photo #2

Some of the most brilliant autumn leaves I’ve ever seen were on our trip to North Carolina in 2008.
(See why I’m posting a photo from five years ago.)

Five years ago, my boyfriend (now husband) and I traveled to North Carolina. I was excited for the beautiful fall colors along Blue Ridge Parkway and in the Great Smoky Mountains, gorgeous waterfalls, and quaint southern towns. I got all of that and more – most importantly, a gorgeous “rock.” Jerod proposed to me on top of Mt. Craig (the second tallest peak east of the Mississippi, since the tallest peak – seen below – was closed for construction). Five years seems like such a long time, because it feels like he’s always been a part of my life, yet five years has flown by. I know five years is just the beginning of our journey, but it’s been a great ride so far!


I have one last photo to show from last weekend’s trip to the Kansas City Zoo – an adorable, wise-looking ape.
Check out the other photos in the series:
Sumatran Tiger
Golden Lion Tamarin
