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In today’s digital world, it’s easy to forget about the value of printed photos. We snap hundreds of images on our phones and cameras, but those digital files often stay hidden in a folder or in that still mysterious cloud space. But here’s the truth — your photos are meant for more than just your screen. Printed photos can tell a story, evoke emotions, and add a personal touch to your living space.
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Balance is one of those elusive words. I think no matter what we do there will be times when work hogs our time and we feel like we are cheating our family or the reverse happens. So my goal is to find a few little life hacks to help me bring things back to balance. Here […]
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I love a good themed party. All those coordinated decorations, favors and foods. Even better is when your guest play along by coming dressed to impress for the chosen theme! This could be why I love themed portrait sessions. Last year my favorite was a wonderful watermelon session designed by Nance’s Rustic Rentals. This year […]
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Capturing little ones on the go is probably the most difficult thing I have to do. But it is also one of the most rewarding things. Especially when I nail a great shot of them simply enjoy the life they live. Life always seems so joyful and simply when watching a child play. They smile […]
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This past weekend was the Father Daughter Dance, at our little girl’s school. This would be the first time she has attended a Daddy Daughter Dance. There have been many opportunities before, at churches or on military bases, but they never seems to line up with our schedules. Or we learned about them after it […]
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Time for some family fun in Shenandoah! Recently I read a book called Hands Free Life by Rachel Macy Stafford. Ok I didn’t read it but I did listen to most of it on my Overdrive app. If you’re a busy mama and love to read check it out! Anyway, back to the book! The parts […]
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The O’Lone Family If you’ve been following me you may have noticed one particular barn in a number of my photos. I’m not quite sure why I’m obsessed with this barn. There is just something wondrous about it. It was built at the end of the Civil War. After overlooking the rolling fields of the […]
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It’s that time of year! Time for Christmas cards! In my world that means it’s picture time! The weather outside was getting chilly, those beautiful winter storm clouds were moving in, as long as it didn’t rain the day would be perfect for Christmas mini sessions. Everything was planned and ready to go! There was […]
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One of the best things about being a military spouse are the people you meet. Especially when you discover you have a previous duty station in common. There is this sort of instant connection. You list the people you know and the places you loved trying to determine if maybe your paths had crossed before. […]
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Our Baseball Family, Fredericksburg, VA The evening was chilly. I sat wrapped up in a cozy blanket with sharpened pencils and scorebook in hand I watched my boys take the field. Noah climbed the pitcher’s mound. While Caleb headed to third. Dad was right where he wanted to be. In the dugout. Giving orders. We […]
