Krista's Get [Famous] Senior Session!

So I'm leaving for Kansas City in like 30 minutes, and all I can think about is... I have to post these Seniors!!  I've known Krista for a few years now... she was a camper when Ryan and I were youth pastors, and we kept crossing paths every year and in between.  Now she's turned into someone that I call my friend, and definitely miss being in regular contact with.  I was so honored that she let me photograph her, and those FIERCE brown eyes!  Okay... off to finish packing! (eeek!)

 

 

 And my favorites...

Joanna's Get [Glamorous] Bridals!

Ever so often I'll have a bride like Joanna... Stylish, fashionable, amazing and one that at the end of our journey becomes a friend.  Joanna & Vernon had an amazingly fabulous wedding... one that I cannot wait to show you.  Her bridal session didn't exactly go as planned, but what we made work turned into one of the best sessions ever.  Relax and enjoy! (Happy Tuesday!)

And my favorites...

 This was the picture displayed at the reception...

Chris & Terri Get [Married]!

It was Valentine's Day weekend and Ryan and I were both off... per our normal "off" routine we sat down with our coffee and proceeded to watch Dr. Phil.  Yes, Dr. Phil... shhhh!  You're going to miss the rest of the story.  So ANYWAY, as we were watching Chris & Terri came on stage... and my heart went out.  Chris and Terri have been together for 7 years, with no engagement (not for the lack of desire!) and 3 children.  One of which was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma at the age of 2.  To read more of their story go here.

To make a long story short... Dr. Phil gave Chris & Terri a free wedding.  Because of my own battle with cancer I wrote into the show, and offered to photograph their wedding.  After many emails, phone calls, a flight and cup of coffee later we finally met... and totally hit it off.  I loved this couple... LOVE this couple.  Their bravery, perseverance, love and faith in their family will be something I carry with me always.  Chris and Terri... I'll see you guys in a month back in Kansas City!  We need to grab dinner!

Dress: Paula Varsalona from Bridal Extraordinaire
Ceremony & Reception: Staley Farms Golf Club
Tux's: Bridal Extraordinaire
Cake: Caren's Cakes
Flowers: Floral Accents
Luau Dancers: Aloha Chicago (part 1) & various members of Terri's Family (part 2)

Chris and Terri's reception included a luau!

And my favorites...

Happy family...