Shaina & Joey

I meant to post images from Shaina and Joey's wedding last week, but I have been super busy! I had so much fun and their wedding, and they are such a fun couple! Get this-as soon as the two left their reception, Shaina and Joey went to the Titans game! Now that, ladies, is dedication.



Shaina's son Jaedyn is absolutely adorable. I first met him when I did their engagement photos, and I immediately fell in love. One of my favorite elements of the whole day was the fact that Jaedyn was also given a ring during the ceremony. Here's a shot of him checking it out.



Jaedyn really wanted to hold the flower girl's hand, but she clearly wanted no part of it.







Yummy cake!!



Thanks again Shaina and Joey, for letting me spend the day with you!

I also meant to post some shots from Brecken's first birthday-I can't believe she is already one! Happy Birthday Brecken!











And here's Brecken's first cousin, Sophia! What can I say, I love this whole family!!




Don't forget, if you read the blog regularly, add yourself to my list of "followers"' at the top of the page to let me know! Coming up next week, images from Amanda and Kip's wedding, plus highlights from Brandt's session and Amber and Mark's engagement session. I have also decided to add a new weekly post titled, "Tuesday's Addictions" which will naturally be posted on Tuesdays; however, this post will have nothing to do with photography or Tuesday for that matter, but everything to do with all the things I can't live without. I plan to make it completely random, with everything from music, to recipes, to places to shop. I promise, after a few doses, you will be anxiously awaiting Tuesdays from now on!

I must share this with you! I was hard at work yesterday afternoon editing photos. I was slightly aware that Brady hadn't needed my attention for quite some time, and that there was a rhythmic thumping sound coming from the hall, but it was one of those moments I was so absorbed in what I was doing, it didn't initially register with me. When I finally decided to investigate, here's what I found:




Yep-that's Brady, in the dog's bed, sliding down the stairs. She said she was going for a "gondola ride". Just in case you are curious about her outfit, she is in her customary afternoon attire-a leotard. Sometimes this leotard is accompanied by a tutu, but more often than not, it's just the leotard. Seriously, can life be any more entertaining than this? I love that kids can create fun for themselves and find so much enjoyment in little things. This went on for at least an hour, and if I weren't pregnant, I can't promise I wouldn't have given it a try.

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Amanda's Bridal Session

I had a wonderful time this weekend with Amanda and Kip! They had a beautiful ceremony and reception and Scarritt-Bennett, and I was so glad I had the opportunity to work with them. I will be posting images from their wedding soon, but until then, take a look at Amanda's bridal portraits! She is absolutely stunning in her Birnbaum and Bullock gown from the fabulous ladies at Faccio!

















I also had the privilege of meeting Miss Alex last week-what a firecracker! I had so much fun doing her photos. Alex's mom is one of the owners of one of my favorite places to shop in Cookeville-Sugar! In fact, I think I might stop by there later and see what's new:)

Concert Recovery

We went to the Bruce Springsteen concert last night, which was awesome! However, I think I might have aged a bit overnight. I like to contribute both my mental and physical states this morning to the fact that I am pregnant, not older than I used to be, but I think they both might be contributing factors. At one point last night, (oh, I'm ashamed to say this) I ALMOST put my fingers in my ears-and to think, 15 years ago I actually managed to get on stage with Pearl Jam.

Stevie had a great time at the concert (see photo below) and I was so glad her first concert experience was a rock legend like Bruce, and not a cheesy Disney group, although the new Jonas Brothers song has become my guilty pleasure. Jude also seemed to enjoy the concert in utero, since he kicked and rolled all night-another reason I might be feeling a bit under the weather this morning. I'm definitely feeling a nap coming on...


Stevie's shirt was a custom creation by my good friend Rebekah at Burp.

On to pictures! I did Kacee and James David's engagement photos last week at the lake. I love this location! They were so much fun and I can't wait to photograph their wedding next year.









I will be traveling to Nashville tomorrow to shoot Amanda and Kip's wedding at Scarritt-Bennett. I have already done Amanda's bridal portraits, and they were fabulous, so I will definitely be posting lots of new photos soon!

Kelli & Justin

I realize it has been 10 days since my last post-I didn't realize so many people read the blog! I have received lots of emails requesting updates, and I can't thank all of you enough for taking the time to check out what's going on with Red Letter Days. I do have an excuse though!

Jude is expected to arrive some time near the end of October-what else happens near the end of October? Halloween! Also, Stevie and Brady both have September birthdays, so I decided it wise to work ahead and take care of those things before Jude gets here, otherwise, both the girls will be trick-or-treating as ghosts and Pop-Tarts will be served at their birthday parties. I have always made their Halloween costumes-I take that back, I have the ideas and my mom makes the costumes. Two years ago was my first attempt at actually sewing the costumes myself-Brady was Little Red Riding Hood and Stevie was the wolf dressed as Grandma. Last year, my sewing skills improved, and Brady went as a fancy witch, and Stevie as Medusa. And this year, I must say, takes the cake-Brady will be a jellyfish and Stevie is going as a tornado. I can't wait to show you the pictures! So, over the last few days, I have completed two Halloween costumes, and I am almost finished planning Brady's 5th birthday. Now that I feel I little bit better about the near future, I can take a few minutes to post some recent events!

Kelli and Justin were married on August 2nd at the Summit. Dave Matlock did a fabulous job orchestrating the whole day, and all the details were beautiful.

I was lovin' this red wall...







Beautiful flowers from Deborah's Designs








Yummy cake by Rita's Cakes


The Summit, dressed to the nines


Everyone danced and had a great time all night-I didn't want to leave!




Once again, I am begging you to go online at
https://www.joinmda.org/cookevillelockup2008/info
and make a donation to MDA! I will be put behind bars on September 10th, and I still need to make bail! Any amount that you can donate-$5, $10, $20-whatever you can spare, will be greatly appreciated. The online link makes it extra easy to donate using your credit or debit card.

Check back later this week for highlights from Alex's session, as well as Shaina and Joey's wedding!

Alexis's Senior Session

I met Alexis last week for her senior portraits-wow this girl is beautiful! I didn't even feel like I was working she made it so easy. Check out a few of my favorites!








BIG NEWS!!!!

My new website will launch sometime next week-woo hoo!! I plan to release it today, but since it will take a few days to make it to your area, I'm guessing it will be next week sometime before everything is switched over from the old site. The new site has a cool design, plus ginormous images for your viewing pleasure! I have loaded it full of photos from my most recent weddings, engagement sessions, and bridal sessions, plus a few of my old favorites. It is still a work in progress, but I just can't wait any longer to show it to you. Be sure to check daily for the new wedding website's arrival!!