Happy 60th Anniversary!

Last night I has the privileged of getting to witness the 60th anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. McGehee as the photographer for the evening. It was one of the most memorable events I have ever photographed before (and all births are VERY memorable to me!). I cannot even put into words what I saw and fet over the course of the evening. It was filled with testimonials from children, grandchildren and friends alike all sharing what an amazing commitment and love these two have for one another and that the example they have set is one that challenges not only their entire family but the world.

As a mother it made me really think about what I am doing with my children. Will they one day grow up and be beautiful, talented people and achieve good character, and have committed healthy families of their own? I hope so! Anyway, I am emotional already (only 2 more days until Brian returns!), so I better stop there.

Mr. and Mrs. McGehee, happy anniversary, without you I would be missing a lot of amazing people in my life! I barely know you and through your foundation I have a mentors, a best friend and church family that I feel tremendously blessed to know!

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Mrs. McGehee’s wedding dress

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The whole family in attendance

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Their cake topper.

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Many spoke words of praise and gratitude; Seth on the other hand, gave a Twitter demonstration on his iPhone.

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Bananas Foster, yum! Brittany and I’s first time to eat them and she shared! Thanks Brit!

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Dr. David (McGehee child #4) and his sweet wife, Ms. Michele. These two are Brian and my role models. (We think we should make bracelets that say “WWTMD?” for “What would the McGehee’s do?” when faced with parenting frustrations. )

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Holding hands (awl!)

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Dr. David sang two of the sangs played at his parents’ wedding and Brittany accompanied him on the piano. This was a sweet moment during their performance. 🙂

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Congratulations to you both!

Drew 4 weeks

Today I photographed sweet baby girl Drew. At 4 weeks old, she was a little older than I prefer to shoot newborns, but she did great none the less! A perfect little angel!

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Bike & Trike Play Date!

Thank goodness that I have a friend to plan and stay on top of things like play dates and text me the morning of so I remember, otherwise I would have missed this! Thank you SO much Jamie! I am getting to be a little crazier as time goes along waiting for Brian’s return from Africa. Just a few more days, but it feels like forever. Things like play dates, swimming and dinner with friends sure help the time pass and keep me sane, thanks guys!

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Baby Boy Bennett!

Baby Bennett arrived tonight via cesarean section due to a worrisome non-stress test today. No worries he is healthy and BEAUTIFUL! In fact I think he has the most beautiful face and skin I have ever seen on a newborn! Beehive ladies, this post is for you! Jill requested pictures for all of you be sent out asap :).

He weighed 6 pounds, five ounces and was 19 inches long!

Jill I can’t wait to do newborns next week! Jill’s husband Micah paid for their newborn session as a gift for Jill, so sweet!

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Wheeling him to his mommy!

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Two little cousins out past bedtime to meet Bennett!

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Mom, just crying at the sight of her baby boy! She was making all the nurses cry, it was so sweet!

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First Family Photo

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What a face!

Virginia’s Purple Maternity Pictures

Today Virginia drove with her two friends over an hour and a half for her maternity session and it was hot (the shoot and the temperature:)! Thanks Virginia for being willing to satisfy my need to photograph a beautiful pregnant woman in from of that sign I pass almost daily! That itch has now been satisfied!

And thank you my sweet Brittany for being a wonderful caregiver to my little ones and patiently blowing Josiah bubbles for 2 hours, you are awesome!

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Now I can pass this sign with satisfaction and a fond memory of all the stares from today :). Check it out, she even brought a purple hard hat!

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Playing with silhouettes as the sun sets and trying to stay out of the way of cars. I know the branches look a little piercing, but I’m okay with that.

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