Christine & Ozzy - Engagement

When they were younger Christine and Ozzy saw their share of ups and downs (as so many of us did), but I'm happy to say they found their way back to each other....the rest is history!

I've known Christine for literally most of my life. She's like family (cousin of a cousin), she also grew up with my sister and is one of her dearest friends. Christine is seriously one of the funniest people I know. She just loves to laugh and have a good time. The party usually hasn't started until Christine arrives. Her smile and laughter is infectious. But she certainly has a serious side. She is just as caring and loving as she is funny, and therefore always puts her family and friends first. Ozzy too is a cousin of a cousin (don't worry no relation), and he also loves to laugh as you'll see shortly.

They've chosen to have a destination wedding in S. Miguel, Azores (Portugal) next July. Which is no surprise being that their heritage is such a big part of their daily lives. I am thrilled to have been chosen to document such an amazing event, at a place that is so important to the both of them, I can't wait!

Thank you so much Christine and Ozzy, I had a blast and can't wait for July!

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The Arsenaults

...these munchkins were so cute, although there was no shooting around the face plant the little guy took the previous day. Who needs bandaids when you have Photoshop!...big brother had some bruises too....never a dull moment with two boys, I know that for a fact!

HOT! HOT! - Sneak Peek

So here is my attempt at adding some variety to my portfolio. Jenny was super easy to photograph because she is just so stunning! The 1st is definately my favorite.

Sneak Peek - Check this out!

...This is one of many freebie sessions I'm doing in the next couple of weeks to add some variety to my portfolio. This is just a sneak peek but I couldn't decide on just 3-4 pictures! I had so much fun with these girls...more to come....

Murphy Family Sneak Peek

Engagement Sneak Peek

What a crazy weekend, traveled to New Hampshire on Saturday to 2nd shoot a wedding all day and three photo sessions yesterday. Here are John and Jennifer and their dog Keeoti (sp?).
More to come.....

Ms. Jolie

So I 1st met little Ms. Jolie almost 3 years ago, her brother Adam and my son Alec were at the same Tae Kwon Doe School. I remember her then quite well, little 2 year old who knew exactly what she wanted, when she wanted it and how she was going to get it all the time. The most independent little girl ever.....I can remember her telling her mom Mel (who along with husband Curt our are closest friends),"I do it, I do it", and she would actually "do it" no matter what, as she was so determined. I thought it was pretty remarkable at such a young age. Well she's still like that! But she's the sweetest little "girly, girl" EVER, she loves to give hugs and kisses and there is nothing more special then that.

It was such a treat to finally do this for her and especially for Mel. As I edited and put this slideshow together, something was certainly pulling at my heart strings. As with my own children, I sat here looking at this beautiful little girl, and she grew up right before my eyes and I wondered where the time had gone....

Jolie, you will always be my "little Ms. Jolie", and I hope you always remember where you can ask for a BIG scoop of peanut butter on a big colorful spoon FOREVER!

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Melissa, Alex & Raul

I photographed Melissa, Alex & the little Raul a few weeks ago. Melissa has been friends with my sister since elementary school and has since moved to Florida. But they were in town for several events and we planned a photo session. Raul has the cutest smile and was such a treat to photography. Thanks so much guys!!

1st annual Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome 5k Walk/Run

So as most of you know I volunteered to shoot the 1st annual Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome 5k Walk/Run last Sunday...what an amazing day.

They had an incredible amount of people attend the event; from avid runners, to children that have been diagnosed with the Beckwith-Wiedemann disease and their families, to some of last season's Biggest Loser contestants from all over the country that came to support the Kruger brothers, to just plain old good-hearted people that came to support a great cause whether they walked, volunteered to help, or were just there for support....then there are those that came to catch a glimpse of the local celebrities :-) Whoever you were it doesn't matter, you contributed to a heart-clenching cause which is to help improve the lives of these children. We'll see you next year!

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*Sorry for all you runners who are looking for particular pictures, I had no idea who would be viewing these so I have included them ALL.

5% of the total print sales will be donated to the Beckwith-Wiedemann Foundation

Thanks so much for stopping by my site/blog. Here are a few of the highlights of the day:

Had to put this in here....me w/Mark & Jay Kruger

1st annual Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome 5k Walk/Run

Congratulations to all that participated in this incredible event!

A warm thank you to the Kruger family and all the "Biggest Losers". It was such and honor and pleasure to document such an outpouring of support....also probably the closest I'll ever get to celebraties :-)

Please come back later in the week for instructions on how to view the event photos.

Thanks!!

Christine & Ozzy - Sneak Peek

Christine and Ozzy...where do I begin? I'll save it for the slideshow, I'll just tell you their wedding will be my first destination wedding!! It's taking place in S. Miguel, Portugal next July and I'm SOOOOO excited! Stay tuned for their slideshow soon.







....yes that's Ozzy's reflection in the glass..pretty cool...

Jolie - Sneak Peak

How fitting it was to take Ms. Jolie's pictures yesterday as her mom Melanie (one of my very best friends) and I did the 3 mile walk this morning benefiting the March of Dimes. This is the 2nd year I walked with Mel in Jolie's name, as she was over 8 weeks premature. It's such a heartwarming feeling to be involved in something so beneficial to children and families.........here's little miss independant (when I first met Jolie she was two and all I remember is her ALWAYS saying "I do, I do, I do"..)...more to come this week.