five things.

I find every time i'm sharing songs it's those songs i instantly fall in love with and can't stop listening to a thousand times in a row. (this is no exaggeration) The song Stolen from Dashboard has been listened to over 700 times here at this house. If you've been someone that has lived with me, you also know i get stuck on songs and listen to them until i'm sick of it, which usually takes a couple weeks. oops. 

I find i really need to embrace more of snow patrol, such a soothing voice. so here's "Just Say Yes" for you to fall in love with and enjoy! Oh and after the first 20 times or so i decided the chorus would be just be perfect and emotional to walk into the church for the first time too.. seeing your husband- to- be for the first time that day. beautiful. 

Found these cute signs! It would be a great idea to show off promises/vows to each other at the wedding, and for a little extra detail! Also a great way to decorate a wall in your new home together too. 

This detail has been fairly popular for a while now, but i still think they're cute! There are more then the "i Do" stickers, and even grooms are wearing them now, one of my favorites says "help me!" If you want something a little more cute you could find the "i'm taken" stickers instead. Always an easy, cute, inexpensive detail to add to your day!

If you follow me on facebook, which you TOTALLY should. You can see when i update my blog that way. I found a new product i really have been enjoying. it's from Bolthouse Farms. If you've read other health posts i've written, you'll know i don't normally like to buy anything extra with dairy, not a milk drinker here. But this snack, or meal for me is too good to pass up! Delicious, not chunky and tastes exactly like a strawberry parfait! 

Out of all the juices like Naked for example, i prefer Bolthouse. do you have any juices you want to share? I'd love to find some new delicious smoothies! 

I might be caught on strawberries, but this is a snack that has quite a bit of sugar in it, and might not be the most healthy, but at 55 calories, and keeps my cravings for snacks at night to just this, i figure it's worth it! Fruit in the freezer. I always feel 12 when i open these up, but secretly love it. 

After my most recent shoot with Vanessa and her husband Nick, i admit i just want to keep posting photos of them! More to come soon, editing more tonight! see the first three here. 

vintage teaser shoot!

Vanessa is an amazing photographer that i work with, and she thought of this fabulous idea to go with her family and have Danette and i shoot her! She looked absolutely gorgeous!! So while i'm working on all her photos, here's a little teaser! 

Yes Vanessa is a hottie here, cute hair, outfit and family! you all did so good! and thank you for letting my shoot you. You're such an encouragement at work, and full of joy! 

more coming soon! 

Hope you have a wonderful tuesday! 

Day off project!

Happy Wednesday!

Today i wanted to share something a little different. I actually have a couple days off, which means time to relax and work on some things i've been wanting to! yeah! I've had this fun idea of one of the mates of states photos i took while they were playing here in Las Vegas. The first time i tried something similar, it didn't turn out how i imagined, but last night i was feeling inspired again to try, so glad i did! 

Kori is one gorgeous chick! 

If you want to see all the originals, you can by clicking here. I've talked about their new CD out, and i'm still in love, if you want to go back and read about, head HERE. 

Thought i'd share another video from their newest album. This is "Maracas." They're working on another video too, which i'm sure i'll share when i see it. 

any favorite new albums you want to share? or fun projects you do when you have a little time off?  

It's a great day, lots of things to catching up to do, including getting my hair done, so hope you have a wonderful Wednesday too! 

3 lovely ladies.

Family in Texas. 

If you've read the about me section, you'll know of three women i look up to for business, laughter, and character. While i was in Texas for my mom's wedding, i had the opportunity to also photograph my nana, aunt and mom for their business. (if you want to see my mom's wedding, click here.)

It was so much fun, and if i get to go back and visit my family there, i'd love to keep updating these fun photos! 

All three thought up that they wanted to wear white, with red shoes. Their thought was to do a spot color of the cute red heels. i'm not normally a huge fan, but thought it was a cute way to show off their business color. They own a CPR business in Dallas called It's Breathtaking. I have to say they're fabulous at their job, making it fun, and bringing their big personalities, along with their big blonde hair. 

So outside of my mom's house, and in we shot a few locations. here is what Corrine (my nana) had in mind. 

My mom had this photo made into her business cards too, cute! 

Corrine is really a remarkable woman. She's had a few of her own successful businesses, and is such a classy woman, and this is where her two daughters get it from too! And i'd like to think i have it in me too. i just have to get to the hair dresser, get some more blonde and i'd have that part down.

Another thing that impresses me about my nana is her strength. She recently was diagnosed with cancer, but i'm happy to announce is now cancer free! She's one tough cookie, and although i was worried, praying, and would've jumped on a plane if she got more sick, i really did feel like she'd get through it. I don't know many tough nanas like mine. Not to mention, when she was younger.. cutest legs ever! She was quite the hottie. still is. but she knows this. :)

Thank you Corrine, Searri, and my mom Starla for their belief in me, encouragement, and leading by example. Not to mention drive, crazy laughs, and turning any occasion into fun. I have some great family.. on both sides!  

Five Things.

I'm so excited to share there will be a new photo shoot going up on the blog soon! This wonderful family is finding outfits, getting all done up. It's going to be fantastic. Look for it in the next couple weeks. 

Until those new photos are up, here's five things this week i want to share with you. 

H&M Black skinny pants. These have been my favorite work pants since finding them. Under $20, a little higher wasted so I don't have to worry when i'm fixing a brides dress with guests behind me. All the pockets of jeans, but aren't, comfy, and super cute. I might have to go buy another pair. so if you're looking for some new work attire with a little more relaxed feel, these could be it. Personally, love wearing mine with my blazer. 

This leads me to to the next fave thing! blazers. So far, i've got three! Black, gray, and now pink! They're a great way to dress up, warm up, and feel sexy, especially with those pants, cute undershirt. The H&M blazers are great because they fit perfectly, but are really reasonably priced. usually $34-50. 

I shared a Mates of State song that i'm seriously obsessed with, click here to go to it. But here's Gotye, "Somebody that i used to know." If you follow me on facebook you have probably seen the next two things, this is a song i found a while ago, shared on my facebook page but thought i should share on here! It'll get stuck in your head. Embrace the video, and enjoy the song, i was in love right away, but it might take a couple times for you. 

Another yummy snack i found, after working out, just a little bit to get some delicious fruit.  My favorite is the mixed berry. Sometimes i crave something besides water, and this curbs that completely. 

If you've check out the stuff i like page, you'll see the shoot sac, which has been amazing for shooting, slim, holds everything i need while photographing and doesn't get in the way. this next Shoot sac bag is on my wish list!

This bag is a little different. It'll hold the original shoot sac, plus extras, so things i need around for shooting but not directly related is perfect. For instance, the IPad. The original will not hold the ipad or laptop, but this can hold the extras so when you head to a shoot you'll have everything! Plus it makes for a great carry on. Ahh it's beautiful. 

Do you have a favorite bag you use while out shooting? or places you go to shop for clothes for work!? 

Hope you're having a wonderful Monday!