Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Let the Magic Begin...

Yep, let the magic of Christmas begin!  I'm ready...are you?

Shoie had such a cute idea for her Christmas cards this year and her two handsome little men cooperated!  WooHoo.  I love how her card turned out.  She hasn't gotten the final say yet, but I just had to show off her rough draft. 

May the Spirit of Christmas shine on you and fill your hearts with the magic and wonder of the Season.
Let the fun Begin!



Monday, November 22, 2010

So Blessed

At this Thanksgiving season, I wanted to take a moment and write down all the many blessings and things that I am thankful for in my life.  I have been truly blessed and yet I sometimes don't acknowledge those people and things in my life that mean so much to me.  I'm going to list 30 things, but honestly there are so many things I'm thankful for that I could write an epic.  So, here goes...

THINGS I'M THANKFUL FOR

1.
 My faith in God and his Son Jesus Christ is the most important thing I possess. 

2.
My husband, who loves me unconditionally.  You mean the world to me.

3.
My favorite son Travis, who has taught me to never give up on anyone.  I'm so proud of how far you've come and the wonderful person you have turned into.  I love you Trav!

4. 
My favorite son Beau, who is kind, lives for fun, and works very  hard.  I can always count on you and I love you Beauzie!

5.
My favorite son Carson, who has taught me that it's ok to not be perfect at everything....except MX Racing!  Keep winning Cranston...I love you and am proud of who you are.

6.
My favorite daughter Kenadie, who brightens my life.  You are my sunshine!

7.
My parents, who taught me the things that are most important in life, who have shaped me into the person that I am.  I love you both.

8.
My mother-in-law, who never judges, who is so paitent and kind, and is always there for us.  I love you.

9.
My daughter-in-law Valerie, who just fits right into our family.  Love you!

10.
My two BFF's Jodi and Sharilyn who never judge and make me a better person.

11.
My neighbors who I can count on for anything and are awesome friends.

12.
My Young Women and co-leaders who have strengthened my testimony and taught me what my values should always be...Faith, Divine Nature, Individual Worth, Knowledge, Choice & Accountability, Good Works, Integrity, and Virtue.  I love you all!

13.
My home, which is my warm and cozy sanctuary and big enough to have friends and family over often.

14.
My freedom and the soldiers who are fighting to keep it.  Thanks to you all and your families for your sacrifice.  May God bless you!

15.
My career that allows me to be creative and make people smile.

16.
My dog Ally, who adores me, who is always happy to see me, who misses me when I'm gone, who makes me go for walks and reminds me when it's time to go to bed.

17.
My St. George home, which is so quite, relaxing, and a place where I can get away from the stress of the world.

18.
For Winter and Summer, which makes the Spring and the Fall oh so wonderful.

19.
For the health that we have all been so lucky to enjoy.

20.
For music that moves my spirit.

21. 
My bifocals...so I can read the fine print.

22.
For my Computer...who I often overwork and the interent where I can learn anything.

23.
For my brothers and sister, who I love very much and I tease quite often.  Thanks guys for making me look good!

24.
For the rest of my and Jim's family, who are all so wonderful.  Everyone touches our lives in a different, wonderful way.

25.
For plenty of food in the pantry and my big kitchen as I love to cook.

26.
For Sundays, that offers rest from our busy work weeks, for spiritual refueling, and for having everyone home for dinner.

27.
My love of reading and learning.  I'm so thankful that I love to read.

28.
For being able to travel to see and experience new things.

29.
For laughter and humor that gets us through the rough times and makes our hearts swell.

30.
And for everything else I couldn't live without... toilet paper, chocolate, a comfy bed, clothes, shoes, feminine hygene products, makeup, showers, housekeepers, good perfume, Glee, email, medicine, pepper, rain, my planner,  flowers, hair color, shampoo, xm radio, cell phone, water, and love, not necessarily listed in the order of importanct.  LOL

It's amazing that the more I write, the more I think of to be thankful for. 
I am truly blessed and I thank my Heavenly Father because I know that all good things come from Him.
...SO BLESSED

Friday, November 19, 2010

Gorgeous Kenzie | Utah High School Senior Photography

I swear I've had a run of gorgeous high school seniors girls lately and Kenzie was no exception. 
She had the bluest, brightest eyes of anyone I've ever photographed and her smile was so natural and  beautiful. 
Can I just say..."I have the best job in the whole world!"
Kenzie, I hope you love them all.




Beautiful Cheyenne | Utah High School Senior Photographer

All I can say is WOW!
Of course Cheyenne said "I'm not very photogenic."  Yeah right!
She was freakin' AWESOME!  Look at those eyes...and her darling smile...and her cute hair...The camera LOVED her.
We had so much fun and if any of you know her mom, she is a riot.  She entertained us through out the whole shoot and I seriously couldn't stop laughing. 
I wish every session could be this awesome with images that look this amazing. 
Thanks guys for making my job so fun.






Friday, November 5, 2010

Kevin & Chelsi | Wedding Portraits

Kevin & Chelsi's wedding day was absolutely perfect.  From a gorgeous bride, handsome groom, beautiful decorations, awesome family and friends...yes, it was just absolutely perfect.
I wish you two happiness forever and ever!