If you have been to a wedding lately, you might have seen a photo booth. Although it may seem a "fad," I think it's here to stay! It's such a fun way to truly capture all of your guests, just as they were at your wedding. Jo Anne from Make a Memory Delaware, is a great vendor for these booths. I have worked with her on many occassions.
Your photo booth works for your wedding by creating, "an exciting activity for the cocktail hour and reception. While your guests are waiting on the arrival of the bride and groom, they will be getting the party started at the photo booth! Everyone can get in on the fun! Each guest goes home with a strip of pictures as a memory of your special day. The bride and groom also receive a strip of each photo session at the end of the evening in a beautiful memory photo album." So not only do your guests get a little party favor but the bride and groom get their album of the images as a lasting memory from the day!
Well Monday has rolled around again so it's time to confess!
1. If you haven't heard, the engagement photo session giveaway has been extended a week until Feb 8th! So all you engaged ladies (and fellas) out there get those entries to me! You can scan your 8.5 x 11 page and email it. All the details are here.
2. Are Seal and Heidi really breaking up? I thought that they were solid. I mean, I know it's shallow to worry about celebrities but you want some of those clutch couples to stick it out as an example to the rest of us that it can work! I am actually even confused as to why it's ending...sad. And in my husband's words "he's an IDIOT." I will leave the subtext to you.... (wink, wink)
3. What cute Valentine crafts or projects are around your house? I am using re-runs from last year and hoping to find some ideas to do with the kiddos this week. As always, there are super cute ideas over at the Idea Room Blog.
4. This week I am reading both Death Comes to Pemberleyby P. D. James and the 17 Day Diet Book.You know my love for all things Jane Austen which is the inspiration for Death Comes to Pemberley and the 17 Day Diet is inspiration for me! Instead of eating healthy, I have literally been on the far opposite of the scale. This has to change!
5. I know people say to avoide politics and religion in polite conversation but these are things important in our lives, especially in an election year. I am debating (pun intended) on whether to remain an interested, consciencious citizen that watches the debates or if I should play ostrich and stick my head in the sand. I have been watching the debates and trying to keep up but oh my, it can be discouraging. I just keep telling myself though that I am glad to be an American that has the right to make a choice of who represents me!
6. I know I have talked a lot about parenting lately and it's just honestly where I am in my life. It can bring out both the best and the worst in me. We have these moments of love, laughter and pure joy...only to be balanced out by moments of exhaustion, stress, and just plain frustration. I was reminded today though that eventhough we can't see the results right now, the effort for the long run with our children is worth it.
7. I am fighting a losing battle daily against having a clean house. I have had some grandmother type ladies tell me not to worry about it, but just "enjoy your babies, you will miss them when they're gone." I struggle with that though, I don't function well in a disaster area! I am not perfectionist but just can't handle extreme chaos. Thoughts out there? Are there certain things you make sure to do and others you just let go? And if you have any tricks for keeping tiny handprints off walls, I need to know them!
8. SO EXCITED, the hubs surprised me and told me that we are doing an overnight to NYC to celebrate my 30th. What should we do or see? What things have you loved during an NYC visit? We have only ever done day trips. I do think a visit to Serendipity for frozen hot chocolate will be a must! (And thanks certainly goes out to my hubby's parents for being willing to keep our 3 kiddos overnight!)
9. Are you a lady local to DE? Does your closet hold any pretty formal dresses from dances or bridesmaids? (Nothing hideous need apply) I know of a fabulous charity that works to collect formal dresses to redistribute them to girls who need them. If you either have something to donate or if you are a teacher who might know some girls who could benefit, check out the Formal Dress Project. I dropped off some beauties of my own last fall and was happy to know they were getting a second life!
If you know me, I love snow. I come by it honest, growing up the daughter of a hardware store owner, you pray for snow storms. Snow is good for business and it's great for fun! I have many memories sledding with my dad, riding in his truck with him plowing, and he loved to ski. As the snow fell the other day, so did the memories. I am thankful for quiet moments to remember my dad.
I digress though, the snow/rain fell on Saturday when I was supposed to have a maternity shoot. As always, things happen for a reason because I think the images below are gorgeous and would not be the same without the beautiful white sheet of snow. Liz and Andrew are anxiously awaiting their baby girl to make her appearance in the next few weeks! She will be their first and I am so thankful I got to work with this sweet couple. I anxiously await meeting baby girl and doing her newborn shoot!
Thank goodness for the Keurig which leads me to confession number 1...
1. I am brewing today's second cup of coffee. The weather is weird, cold, foggy, snowy and it has me feeling a little dreary. I need a warm cup 'o joe to keep me moving because there is much work to produce during this naptime! (Kids are napping, not I, of course).
2. Is Extreme Makeover Home Edition really over?! I watched the finale a couple Fridays ago and cried my eyes out. It was definitely always good for a cry but I just felt like as a tv show it was actually doing some good! All the rest of the ridiculous, shallow reality tv (of which I admittedly watch sometimes) just isn't enhancing people's lives. I just felt like EMHE not only helped the people of the episode but always encouraged the rest of us to do better. I literally saw a preview last night for things like "america's toughest truckers" and "ragin' cajuns".. oh mercy...but I am sure they still have nothing on the housewives!
3. Anyway, have I ever shared my addiction to chocolate? I hid all the Christmas candy from the kids but the problem is that I know where it is! It calls my name from the cabinet...
4. This chocolate problem and a love for sweets is not helping me drop more pounds! I was contemplating earlier getting reacquainted with my Jillian Michaels DVDs...then I decided to take a shower instead because a shower is insurance that there is no longer a chance for a workout that day. "Ooops already showered, guess I will have to run tomorrow." Is this just me or do others do this?
5. I am over the dreariness of January. It hasn't even been a full month since Christmas yet and it just seems drab and cold, so today I put up the Valentine decorations. I thought the festive colors might cheer up the inside of the house a bit! The house is another issue for me. I am at a crossroads with decorating our new place. There are a few reasons, one major one is that we only plan on living her a couple years so how much work do I want to put into it? Another issue is that my husband and I have totally different taste. He loves everything off Madmen and I am a little more Pottery Barn casual. Then there's the kids, who daily dash my dreams of having a nice, tidy home. I guess I feel like decorating is a bit pointless in our current situation. I have been trying to Pinterest myself into inspiration!
6. Sad that Kodak really did file for bankruptcy. They did a lot for the photographic industry. I have a few of thier vintage items on my desk for inspiration.
7. I have wanted to take a trip to Hawaii since I saw the Full House family go and chase down the Menehunes in the 1980s. The Menehunes are magically little people, who wouldn't want to find that?! I think I also just really need a vacation :)
8. I saw a few minutes of Extreme Coupon All Stars (like I said, I do ocassionally watch shallow reality tv) and it's seriously half intense commitment and the other half is just crazy. I am glad though that at least the All Stars are giving to charity instead of their stockpile. I am a girl who loves my coupons, don't get me wrong but I really don't know what to make of it.
9. We are starting to look into preschool for next year for the twins. How can that be?! I know they will be ready, but will I?
10. I had a great maternity shoot in the snow yesterday and on that note, I better get working on it!
"Snow is awesome" according to my 2 year-old boy...here's just one shot. I took my own advice today, made some time to just have fun with the kids and take some pictures! They loved the snow and were even trying to throw snow balls which were more like ice chunks :) Will post more later...I am off to another snow shoot shortly! Here's to keeping warm!
Has it really almost been a year since my best friend called to say she had a 9lb baby boy over 2 weeks early?! We were so excited to hear that Luke Henry had arrived into the world. I got to capture all his one year-old cuteness in a quick photo session while they were here visiting. The poor boy has lived in South Texas all his life and this 34 degree weather is not fun for him! He was a big sport though as we snapped some outdoor shots with his mommy and daddy. Happy first birthday Luke Henry!
We didn't want mom and dad to feel left out...
LH is not quite walking...but almost!
This is a perfect example of an image that is not perfect technically or sharp but I love the moment, and that my friends, is what it's all about!
It's a frigid winter Monday, MLK day to be exact, so many families are able to just stay home and snuggle up. I woke up with a determination today to be an interactive Mom, which brings me to my first confession.
1. We made cute little itsy bitsy spiders out of magazines and yarn. Got the idea from here. Here's Macy showing us hers (along with her crazy morning hair).
2. We also did some water color painting before lunchtime. I know, I thought I better slow down or I will use up all my creativity on Monday, leaving the rest of the week to be sad and boring :) Don't be too impressed, I feel like there's a sticker chart in the sky somewhere that moms get more stickers when they don't let their kids watch too much tv or something.
3. I am reading, Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (And Other Concerns) by Mindy Kalingand it seriously makes me laugh out loud. I am not even really a fan of The Office though, I tried to watch it a few times but didn't "get it." (I know, I know, what is wrong with me?!) Mindy Kaling is not only one of their actresses but one of their writers. If you need a good laugh, this is a good read. I mean who doesn't need two pages of "Karaoke Etiquette" to edify them?! According to Mindy, it "behooves you to pick a short song. I don't care if Don freakin' McLean shows up in a red-white-and-blue tuxedo, no one is allowed to sing 'American Pie'. It's kind of hostile to a group of partiers to pick a song longer than three minutes." Not done yet but I am sure the rest of the book will be enjoyable!
4. Dean has turned into a little Kramer. Remember the Seinfeld episode when Kramer decided he liked the feeling of his pants right from the dryer so he started putting them in the oven before putting them on?! Well Saturday I was doing the kids sheets and blankets in the laundry. Everything was dry and warm just in time for naptime. Dean was in the love with his heated up blankets, so much so that he requested today we warm them in the dryer before naptime. I can't blame him, it's 29 degrees out!
5. Did you hear I am giving away an engagement session to one lucky couple? Make sure you let your engaged friends know! I will have updated details coming soon, email me with questions. emily@emilytroutmanphoto.com
6. My workshop is still in the planning stages but I have come to the conclusion that I will really need to do two different types of workshops. One for those of you out there who have decent point and shoots but just want to learn how to do better with them (which is totally great!) The other workshop would be those of you who have a DSLR and some knowledge of what to do with it. The DSLR workshop would be a bit more elaborate because we would spend a little less time on the basics and more time pushing creativity. I want to hear from YOU - what types of things would you want to learn in a workshop?? Email or message me about any of this because I need to hear it. I am spoiled by getting 16 weeks to teach an intro college class, I need to hear from people what they would like to learn in a short 3 hours!
7. You know I like Tori & Dean, I didn't say I was always deep people. I think it's funny that they are pretty relatable. Tori is a very glamorous version of a working mom but my hats off to her for doing it her own way. I can't help but laugh that no matter how glamorous a mom might be, her kid still throws tantrums, the food still gets burnt and she still has tiffs with the hubby. It's all a little reassuringly normal (if you don't count the paparazzi, $500 pairs of shoes, and her gaggle of animals).
8. I got an iphone last week. I know, welcome to the 2000's Emily. I remeber when the very first ones came out and cost $600. Occassionally there is an upside to depreciating technology! I am enjoying it lots. What apps do you like friends?
9. On the crush note, Hawaii 5-0 is all new tonight! Woohoo!
10. I am excited to pick up with my photo sessions this month. I just got my camera all cleaned and fixed up by the Canon people. It's ready to capture your memories! Booking now for family sessions through the spring! emily@emilytroutmanphoto.com
They met while they were both working at the hospital, George as a trauma nurse and Steph as an occupational therapist. After a funny series of events, they finally decided that they did in fact like each other and started dating. Of course, the rest is history!
You might remember George and Stephanie from their snowy engagement session early last year. Their beautiful wedding was this past December. I thought I would share with you some of the fun images we were able to snag in University of Delaware's Stadium, where George played football during his college days! I loved all the colors and just the fun that this couple truly is!
I am pretty sure that I understand why confession really is good for the soul! I have a few things to share today...
1. Mostly motherhood is kicking my butt. It seems like every corner we turn is a new one, in new territory, with no map! I am SO BLESSED to have three great kids, just never anticipated how parenthood would challenge me. I was super humbled by a stranger on Saturday in the grocery store. I had just Dean a long because we are trying to do some things with the kids individually. I had high hopes he would be "my big helper" at the store but it was more like he was "my big heckler" and I was seriously losing patience. Right around the fresh fruit at the end of the trip he was throwing baby carrots and crushing the fresh loaf of bread when I said "Dean you are really driving me crazy." An older man leaned over to me and said, "no he's not mom, no he's not." Well the nerve....I smiled and continued on. I should've gone back around and asked him what he meant by his statement. Like maybe he raised 5 kids who are all grown now and he misses those days. He must have said it for a reason and it stuck with me. I was half irritated but mostly humbled. I was irritated because I am pretty sure he had no idea what my kids put me through on most days, but mostly humbled because I know the treasure I have been given in being Dean's mother.
Motherhood is quite an adventure, especially when you go from no kids to 3 kids in two years. Parenthood is like hopping on a roller coaster and holding on for dear life with no idea where the ride will take you!
2. I got some great Christmas gifts that I am really enjoying, like a fuzzy pink new bathrobe, a great pro hair straightener, a cute Betsey Johnson camera bracelet, a cute new school bag, some awesome boots and more things I am probably forgetting. I also got a Cameo Silhouette machine, which is pretty much amazing but I have yet to take it out of the box. I am sort of afraid that I won't be able to make cool things with it or something. It intimdates me. I need some inspirtation and a few minutes, then I am sure it will rarely get a break :)
3. Speaking of school, the spring semester starts today. I am excited! I love a fresh start and new students to get to know!
4. Did you hear about my Love is in the Air contest? One lucky couple will get a free engagement session just by submitting their love story. Submissions just need to be one 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper, creativity is up to the couple! Email me when you are ready to send it and I will give you the address (emily@emilytroutmanphoto.com)
5. I am dreaming up a spring or summer workshop for all you friends out there who have asked me about one. It will be a lot of photo basics and tips boiled down into a few hours at a great location. If you would like to learn to take your camera off auto, get better pictures of your kids or even just like to push your creativity, this is for you! Intersted? If you are, shoot me an email because I am gathering a list now of "first to know" about the workshop because space will be limited!
The New Year is a natural time for new beginnings and I am certainly ready for a few. Last year was full of great joys, like welcoming Maxwell into our family, and deep sorrows, like losing my dad. As I live each day though I grow increasingly aware of how fast life truly does pass us by. I am well aware that I am about to turn 30 years old and cannot believe it really! I also cannot believe how fast my children are growing and changing. I am trying hard to be present in daily life, experience the divine in the ordinary and treasure these sweet children God has entrusted us with. With that being said, here are some things I am looking forward to doing in 2012.
1. I want to be consistent with taking family photos. I hope that getting a smaller point and shoot that I can still manually manipulate will help me capture every day family moments without feeling the pressure like I am "working." I know that the images I take today will be the ones that make me well up with tears 20 years from now.
2. Along with actually taking the photos, I would like to do a better job of recording our life through the pictures and journaling. I stumbled across Project Life Kits by Becky Higgins and I am intrigued. Anyone ever try these? Would love to hear it if you have!
3. I also want to commit to doing hiring a professional photographer to do a family photo session at least once a year, despite how I might feel about my own haircut, current weight, or otherwise. I believe treasuring the memories is worth saving up for and investing in.
4. I would like to do more scripture reading this year. It has really become a struggle since becoming a mother for me to do a consistent scripture reading. I have a neat little 52-week of scripture reading I got from my local MOPS group that I am going to do my best to accomplish this year. I need good input to have good output!
5. I always want to be learning, so I want to do at least one type of photography workshop in 2012. I was fortunate to do at least one in 2011 with Jeremy Cowart and also did lots of online learning via blogs and Creative Live.
6. I will also keep attempting to read at least one book per month of some variety, either novels, spiritual or parenting related. I know my mind needs constant training and stimulation to stay sharp.
7. I will attempt to be a better parent. The thing about parenting is that with every stage you are in new territory. You learn as you go, which can be very scary. Every day has triumphs and failures. I think the biggest thing for me is to remain patient and be consistent. Easy to say, hard to do!
8. I need to do creative inspired projects that are not work related. I need to start a photography project that's just for my own creative expression. Although I am short on free time for something like this, I am contemplating ideas and welcome suggestions for inspirations.
9. I have some business goals for 2012 for some areas I would like to step it up a notch. I am so thankful for my wonderful clients and hope to keep making people pleased with their investment in me. Running a business is a lot like parenting, constantly learning and never knowing if you're doing it right until you see the results...even then you still might not be sure. Just have to keep moving forward and trusting your instincts!
10. I need to focus on health for all of my family. I want to cultivate an active, healthy lifestyle for our family without being dogmatic about it. I want to get my running shoes back on a lot more consistently not only for weight loss but for the sheer enjoyment of it! I need to be healthy to be around for my kids and I also need to model health for them, which can seem a daunting task!
Happy New Year friends, here's to a wonderful 2012!
I know it's Tuesday, but yesterday got away from me with family time so I will confess today!
1. The twins spent the night at Grandmas and it was eerily quiet here this morning just hanging out with Max. It's a nice novelty but I really do miss them when they are gone!
2. The hubs & I saw the new Sherlock Holmes movie last night and it was great! It led to strange dreams though...
3. I decided this month I need to read a classic so I turned to my favorite, Jane Austen, and I think I will read Northanger Abbey for my amusement. I have this memory problem where I forget the endings to most books and movies, but it works out when i re-read things because its like new again!
4. I want to know why toys are so complicated these days?! I swear it takes just short of a machete to open the packaging. Then everything needs batteries, which of course are also in a screwed shut battery compartment, which requires a screwdriver to open. We got some leap frog stuff and forget it, it needs to get logged online through a computer to get it going! We needed Monday to assemble things, battery power things up and make the toys "do stuff." No wonder Dean always holds a toy and says "on" - even when it's not an "on" toy!
5. I am watching The Help right now and I love this movie! The book was even better. There's many lessons to be learned from this social commentary on days gone by but there's another lesson, don't give up. Did you know that the book was rejected over 45 times by publishers before finally being published? Here's the article. Good for Kathryn Stockett for believing in the story she had to tell enough to persevere!
6. My 30th birthday is only about 6 weeks away. Along with that thought and the new year, I think I need to get back on the health wagon. I did weigh myself yesterday, thankfully I had not gained any weight but I sure enough have some to lose!
7. I am not looking forward to taking the Christmas decorations down. They made our house so festive and to be honest, covered up for the fact that we have not yet really decorated our new digs. Guess I know what I will be doing in January!
8. My kids were spoiled rotten this Christmas by family and friends but I think the best thing they were given was time with family. They have spent time (or will spend time with soon) tons of family members over the week. I have so many rich memories of time with my family and I am so glad that they are surrounded by such fun and diverse people that love them to peices! What a blessing!
9. My favorite guilty pleasure this holiday season? Peanut butter cookies with Reese cups in the middle! YUM!
10. This is sad but I am ready for some shows to return, like Grey's Anatomy, where are you?!
I am like every other mother right now....running around like a crazy fool with 3 kids in tow. We survived Target this morning with no incidents, it was amazing. It might have had to do with the large soft prtezel I fed the kids in bits as we went along or the fact that they are reminded that Santa is watching! The to do list is long, but it's delightful things like wrapping and making cookies, as well as not so fun things like business accounting (it is almost end of year you know...) So here goes for Monday!
1. One crush from last week is becoming a relationship...I purchased the 70-200mm lens second hand from a friend who is upgrading equipment. So excited to add it my arsenal!
2. My grandma knitted me a sweater last Christmas and I have been wearing it ALL THE TIME lately around the house. It's like getting a hug from your grandma all day while wearing a blanket, the best!
3. The twins have been loving watching the old Frosty the Snowman cartoon. They watch it with their full attention and the funniest thing is that they like to repeat lines from the movie. Their favorite line to repeat is "No money, no tickets" - it CRACKS me up! It's become a family joke that we just yell at random times.
4. I picked up an easy read to enjoy this time of year, Nicholas Sparks, The Lucky One... enjoying it so far, a nice little escape from all that is going on for a few minutes here and there.
5. Max is seriously the sweetest thing...he just loves life and giggles at everything. It's fun to have a 6 month old at Christmastime!
6. M & D LOVE Christmas lights, so we have been taking a couple evening rides each week to go find lights. We found some great lights on Saturday night and then picked up a pizza. It's so fun to use the things of this time of year to bring your family together. Matt & I are enjoying Christmas with the twins especially because they "get it" and they are also easily impressed with things like lights!
7. Dean got a big boy hair cut on Saturday and it really hit me how much he's growing up. He also has been speaking in full sentences and tells me which way to drive. He knows where things are and tells me if I am not going the right way to Grandma's house!
8. Right now the twins have been in their cribs for over an hour and no sleeping is going on. I hear laughing, giggling, "jingle bells" and everything else coming from up there! I am just not ready to let naptime go....I blame Santa, they're way too excited to sleep!
9. Had a little inspiration today to create a Christmas card clothesline in our kitchen to enjoy the cards! We had a stack going in the middle of the table but it just wasn't as fun. I jsut used ribbon and cute little clothes pins for this creation!
It's not perfect though so if you don't see your card or your card is hiding, not to fear! We had to put a few up top that were too heavy for the line!
10. I have a few work related things going on, like book keeping, client products, and one more shoot for the year but will otherwise be taking time to spend with my family. I will check email regularly but please allow at least 48 hours for me to respond to any inquiries from now until the new year. I greatly appreciate your interest in my business, just need to make sure plenty of time is with the family & I get a holiday of my own from working!
The Santa at our mall is not the same this year...but good thing his bear is real because Max about tried to yank it off! Santa was going "oh boy" and I said "sorry about the beard grab." He said "it's Ok, it happens 7 days a week!" Well here's to the annual visit to the man in the red suit..I am glad it was fairly uneventful, Macy just decided that she liked him better not on his lap!
You know that feeling when your palms sweat inexplicably and you giggle like a middle school girl?! It's the feeling of a crush of course! I thought I might share with you internet friends some things I have been crushing on lately...
1. A 2012 Black Chevy Suburban....I know my Dad is in heaven dying over the fact that I like a Chevy (he only ever owned Fords) but hey Dad, AT LEAST it's made in America! Definitely don't tell my swagger wagon but I would totally cheat with a Suburban if I had the chance!
2. Speaking of Chevys...do any of you watch Hawaii 5 -0? I definitely love the action and the sweet Camaro they run around in...but I totally have another Crush on the Steve McGarrett character! I dare say he might even be bad-er than Jack Bauer. Alex o'Laughlin definitely knows how to flex it and aim a gun...I don't care if it's all fake. You can totally hear my middle school girl giggle when I watch!!
3. I have a crush on black sparkle Toms. I am crossing my fingers they are in Santa's bag for me! I mean and really, Toms is a shoe habbit a girl can feel good about supporting because somewhere else in the world a person in need of shoes will get a pair also!
4. I have a total secret crush on crazy big hair and maybe it's because my hair is fairly plain & manageable...Here are some rad examples.
Promise Tangeman -she also has a million other reasons I can crush on her like, awesome personal style, loves Jesus, hangs out with Jasmine Star and is an amazing artist!
Chelsea from Teen Mom 2 - I also commend her choice to choose life in a hard situation but do not commend her choice in men (bye bye Adam)!
Taylor who used to assist Rachel Zoe(who I also love). Her hair wasn't so much big as it was awesomely messed up at all times in all the right ways!
Enough of my hair crushes....
5. I have a crush on New York City...I got there for a short visit last week and had my maiden voyage to the Brooklyn Bridge. Eventhough it's getting painted right now, I still got a great feel for it's beautiful architecture!
Here's just a straight out of camera shot from last week.
It's always nice when a friend from days past contacts me to photograph them. I have great memories of Carrie from her college days at UD! Well a few years later down the road, she is married to the very wonderful Phil and they are expecting a little one in March. It's a little earlier than I generally would do maternity shots but they wanted them in time to send a long with their Christmas cards, which I totally understand. It's hard when you are far from family and friends, they miss getting to see your belly grow! I do have to say, Carrie is a cute little pregnant girl and I am sure that their baby boy will be just as adorable! We were also thankful for another random 60 degree day in December for this shoot. Enjoy!
Hello Everyone, welcome to the first Husband blog take over! First let me introduce myself, my name is Matt. Some may say I'm not your average dude. By day, you'll see me looking quite rough (border-line homeless) as I work in various construction sites laboring the hours away as an electrician's apprentice. By night, you'll find me busy dreaming, creating and working behind my iMac finishing up my latest graphic design project. I'm lover of all things adventure, from surfing, mounting biking, skateboarding, or shooting weapons at targets. I also enjoy well crafted art, as well as having a soft spot for creative design and great photography.
I consider myself to be very blessed! The Lord has blessed me with 3 beautiful children and an amazing wife! Emily is a super talented mother, business owner, teacher and photographer! And most of the time she is actually quite entertaining. If you stalk this blog and haven't met Emily, you should schedule a shoot! You'll meet an amazing woman and I'll guarantee she will make you smile and laugh. You will probably end up with some pretty rad photographs as well.
Now on to the confessions!
1- I am home with the kiddos today. Emily was off to New York City early this morning to continue her photo education at a very famous photographers workshop, @Jeremycowart. It was no easy task but I survived. The kids were a blast and I loved playing all day! Below is shot of the 3 amigos and yes, they stayed in their pajamas all day.
2- Moving is always fun in the beginning and then you end up not ever wanting to move again because tt's a lot of work. We were super amazed at how much stuff we managed to cram in our old townhouse. We are doing fairly well at getting it unpacked.
3- We are starting to fall in love with Middletown! It maybe a little premature to admit that, but we like this small town vibe. Everyone we meet is really kind and the area is not as congested as up north. I enjoy seeing the stars on my way home at night and still having the luxury of having all our necessities close by. My only complaint is that some folks drive a little too slow for my liking.
4- It's still pretty mild outside, which feels strange for this time of year. Christmas is right around the corner, which means the cold weather is on its way. I really enjoy the four seasons living in the mid- Atlantic region. This time of year is not only the season for giving, it's also a season for beard growing! And I can only dream of accomplishing one of these works of art someday.... Now only if I could get the Mrs. to allow it. Haha!
5- This is for all you men out there. I stumbled upon this great site that's good for showing off the stuff you never knew you wanted! Check out uncrate!
6- Okay time to feel the pain! The clip below will either make you feel bad for this poor unfortunate dude or make you wet your pants with laughter! Either way it's worth watching.
7- Never have I ever been..... skiing or snowboarding! CRAZY! I know! I have always wanted to go but never have ended up taking the trip. I've pretty great at sledding and I've been on one cheap snowboards (the ones you slip your feet into) thats was pulled by a go-cart! So I really have no clue of how difficult this is, but I'd love to try! Enjoy the clip!
8- We bought a new Dyson vacuum a couple weeks ago. They are a lot of money, we have been through many in the last few years and we just couldn't pass up the killer black friday deal at home depot. I've always been intrigued by the Dyson tech and I really ejoyed their attractive ad campaign. I love some modern design! So clean and simple... Anyways, definately worth the money. We got the small compact ball model (DC24), that little machine is a beast! My only complaint is that it has a shorter cord that what I'm used to, but that wouldn't stop me from buying it. It's been sucking up tons of dirt around our new pad!
9- Ladies, are you in need of some clothing ideas for your man this Christmas season. Check out CXXVI Clothing Co. They have great style and taste with a very classic feel. I'd say they put out some very hadsome threads. They're def worth checking out.
10- I've come to the conclusion that coming up with these confessions every week can be very challenging.
Thanks for reading my first confessions. It's been fun! I hope all you enjoy the Holidays. I'm sure Emily will have a post regaurding her trip to NYC. So stay tuned!
Here's to a gorgeous fall wedding at Deerfield for a great couple. Vinnie and Diane are so much fun to be around and they have a great story! She would spy him out the windows and think "he sure is cute" and apparently the same thing was going on next door when he would look out the window at her. Diane and Vinnie started out as neighbors, but both kept debating how awkward it would be to date a neighbor. What if things went badly and you have to see him/her all the time? Still, they would each find excuses to need to see or talk to each other. Eventually they got over their fears and here we are at their wedding day. They are now husband and wife, after a gorgeous celebration! I have to say, I had a blast shooting this wedding, you can just tell by looking at them how genuine their love is and how much they each love life. Here's to Vinnie & Diane's big day!
And just incase anyone is wondering if I altered the eyes - Diane's eyes really are THAT blue & I did not edit them! And in case you were wondering, hair and makeup by Trilogy Salon & Dayspa. They do fantastic work!
And on another note, sorry for my blog delinquency. Moving and being sick have not been a good combination for productivity! I will say I have a full calendar coming up and look forward to posting more sessions soon! Have a great weekend!
