My grandparents

These are my grandparents. I had the opportunity to spend an entire week in Arkansas with them! Thanks to Hurricane Gustav, I pretty much spent my entire time indoors. I caught up on my soaps and even worked a couple puzzles with my granny. It was really good to see them.

I think the last time I saw them was about 2 years ago. I know, I know....I live 5 hours away, but it's so hard to get away for the weekend. I need to make more of a point to make it up there.

My grandpa had a mild stroke right before I left and I was a little scared, but he's ok. I wanted to take pictures of them, because let's face it, when is the last time they actually had a "professional" photo taken?? Kudos to Gustav for giving me my first rainy photo shoot! It was interesting!!

Ever come across a photo and you're like WOW!!! Well, this happens to be my new favorite photo!! Hope you enjoy!

I'm baaaaaack!!!

I had a great visit with my grandparents. Unfortunately, I was met with 2 days of great, sunny weather before Hurricane Gustav came! I will post some pics later of the aftermath I encountered on my way back to the airport.

It's great to be back in Texas! I really do love this state!! :)

Out of town....

Hey everyone!! I will be out of town from Aug. 30th-Sept. 6th. I'm visiting the grandparents in good ole Arkansas! Good times! I will have limited Internet access, but will answer any emails via my blackberry!

Have a safe and wonderful Labor Day!

Sarah

Wordless Wednesday

HOT!!!

Boy, it's HOT outside!!! I thought a little swimming was in order!!

Big boy T decided he could go down the slide by himself!! He made quite a splash!!

MY LIVING WILL

Funny joke!!

Last night my husband and I were sitting in the family room. I said to him,
‘I never want to live in a vegetative state, dependent on some machine,
and fluids from a bottle to keep me alive. That would be no quality
of life at all. If that ever happens, just pull the plug.’

So he got up, unplugged the computer, and threw out my wine.

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY-PURE BLISS

I LOVE MY JOB!!!

I've been a little bummed all week that my parents are moving back to Japan and today was the day that they flew out. Being the wonderful person she is, my boss had flowers delivered today! How amazing is she!!! They are truly the prettiest flowers I've ever received. Thanks S for the beautiful flowers and for the encouraging words!

Sorry the pics are bad...they were taken with my ole point and shoot! This one is turned the wrong way, but you get the point...lol
I'm thinking that I'll use this color scheme for the business!

Been doing some thinking....

I'm a member of a photographer's forum and came across a post asking for people to post their most powerful images. There were tons of pictures depicting happy moments, but the picture that stuck with me the most was a dad and his two children. The dad had cancer and was at home spending his last few weeks with his family. The emotion that this picture shows is so intense and I cannot imagine being in that situation. My family has been extremely blessed to not have lost anyone. I have a great-grandmother who is 100 years old and my goal next month is to try to get pictures of her. She is such an amazing lady; I wish I knew her better.

That being said, I would like to offer my services to anyone who is dealing with illness or near death. I would love to be able to give a family the gift of pictures that can be cherished long after their loved ones are gone.

Pumpkin Patch Pictures-Closed

Thank you to all of you who responded to my post about pictures. I am completely surprised at the overwhelming response! I cannot wait to meet all of you. Remember that you are responsible for the entrance fee. Stay tuned for an email giving details on the meeting place (inside the Arboretum).


Thanks,
Sarah

Wordless Wednesday

Pumpkin Patch Pictures

Wordless Wednesday-Better Late Than Never

Sunset Splendor!!

I love being outside between 8pm and 8:30pm! It's my favorite time of night. What makes it better is when it's about to storm!! It's 9pm as I'm typing this and no sign of rain yet, but I'm hopeful. Here's a couple pics from my 30 minutes in heaven!! All of these are SOOC (straight out of camera), so no photoshopping involved! Enjoy!!

Yes, I have wild peacocks roaming free in my neighborhood....I HATE THEM!!

This is one from my parents backyard last month.

Trying out my new lens! Man, I love this thing!!

How pretty is this??
Sorry about the power lines, I can't get high enough to shoot above them. Maybe someone will let me climb on their house!! hint hint
I love this shot!!
Another shot from my parents back yard.

Maybe I'm alone, but fire is COOL!!!

Avery & Cousins

My favorite little client Miss Avery Kate graced me with her prescence again! This time she brought her cousins Ryan and Peyton! I haven't seen Ryan and Peyton in months and it was great catching up with everyone!!

LP Photography

Thanks Laura for letting me capture some precious moments!! I had such a blast!!
What a cute little family!
Sassy lil Kenleigh

Seconds before the flower was destroyed...
Laura, I know you LOVE this picture!! I couldn't help myself!!
How cute are they??

K's expression cracks me up!



I love this one!!

Nicco & Jakob

He looks like such a little man...
I'm really lovin this chocolate color!

A little brotherly love anyone?
Jakob~What a ham!! I've got tons of these pics!!


Nicco~I think this pic has to be my favorite photo of all time!!!

Sweet Caroline

This is Caroline, lil sis to Kaitlin who can be found in my watermelon pictures. What a little sweetie!! After pictures, I was dying to hold her. I'm in baby fever mode now...gotta find me husband first! Whew...that's a close one!
Talking to momma
I love her pretty eyes
Love this in b&w too!
Awwww

Sweet little Caroline has the sweetest blue eyes!
I do love some baby feet!
One of the hazards of working with newborns-sometimes they don't like to cooperate! This picture cracks me up!
This picture was inspired by a photographer I admire-B4 Photography! Thanks girl!