My kids are five (about to start Kindergarten *sniff*) and a sassy three.  I met Brett and his brother when they were the same age as my babies – and now Brett is a senior.  After the feeling of being ancient subsided, I just sat back and soaked in the fun of the evening and seeing this guy having turned into a handsome young man.  Watch out ladies!  😉

Can’t you just hear the James Bond music in the background?  Ahaha.  What a sweet family with a ton of patience!  Two boys under the age of 3 and a new baby girl!  Whew!  That wears me out just thinking about it.  I instantly fell in love with these boys…I mean how could you not?  Look how fun they are!

Ok…so trying to get caught up on some blogging and what a great story to jump out of the gate on!  I first met Tiffany when she was planning her wedding.  It was kind of one of those situations where you just become instant friends and click with someone.  Fast forward a few years and I get a call from her asking me to photograph her at-home water birth.  A little hesitant, but always looking for a new challenge to stretch my creativity, I agreed!  Over 24 hours of labor with no meds – this woman is my new hero.  And here’s the sweet little nugget that came as a result of all of her hard work!  Congratulations, again, Tiffany and Tim!  You guys are amazing!

This image immediately came to mind when the “friends” theme was chosen for this month’s I Heart Faces Photo Challenge.  This sweet kitten and precious 2 year old became immediate friends.  I just love how it looks like he’s just following behind his best bud!

This little cutie has half my heart – so what better place to post her photo than in the Make a Splash, I Heart Faces, photo challenge?!?

You know how they refer to a doctor as a “practicing physician”?  Perhaps they should refer to photographers the same way…I don’t think I will ever be 100% fully satisfied with where I am as a photographer {at least I hope I’m not – that just seems presumptuous and boastful}.  It freaks me out a bit when someone refers to me as an artist, because I’ve never seen myself that way.  I hope I always strive to do better, always look for ways to improve, and always challenge myself personally and professionally.  Having said that, I first met this sweet girl when she was in high school.  Waaay back then {a whole 5 years ago} she told my husband that when she got married, she was going to have me do her wedding.  I’m not sure what she saw in my work back then, but low and behold, she held true on her promise.  Haley, you are as stunningly beautiful on the inside as you are on the outside.  Thank you for trusting me {a practicing photographer} with one of the most important days in your life.  You are a beauty.

Isn’t it funny…I can go back to thousands of photos I have taken of other people, and other people’s children, and often forget my own muses?  I find her to be stunning…

This handsome devil is turning four right before my very eyes!  His sweet spirit and infectious laughter make him 100% irresistible!  Love to you Bryson!

How did that happen so fast???  What a fun location for a super-fun life event!  Happy birthday “little” Max!  Oh…and get a load of brother and sister!

These sweet girls made an evening in downtown Knoxville  full of laughter and fun!  Undoubtedly, they get their personalities and gorgeous faces from their mama!