Scott & Tausha's engagement session

Just sitting here, enjoying my morning cup of coffee and a bowl of oatmeal. I am almost finished with Klar and Jim's wedding photos from last weekend, and I thought I would take a minute to post a few of the awesome images from Scott and Tausha's engagement session I did last week. I love these two, and I can't wait to photograph their wedding next year!


LOVED this shot-Scott just got this new car, and the two wanted to incorporate it into a few of their photos. I was diggin' the results!






The clouds were just perfect!




I will have soooo much to share with you next week. Be sure to check back to see what a fun weekend I had, and don't forget to add yourself to the list of followers! I love knowing who's out there reading!

Today's post is long overdue! I realize I have been promising to post images from Amber and Mark's engagement session and Brandt's six month pictures for two weeks now! Because I have 5 weeks until we induce delivery of Jude and 5 weddings to go, I have been desperately trying to keep everything up-to-date. So far, I'm doing great in every area EXCEPT the blog, so today's post will be ginormous, but there's so much I need to share with you!

First up, Amber and Mark!

I will be photographing Amber and Mark's wedding next August-Amber is super efficient and booked me in 2007. I know every detail of the wedding will be spectacular! Here are some of my favorites from their engagement session.











Next, big boy Brandt! You might remember Brandt from a previous post-I did his 3 month pictures, well, three months ago! He was back again for his six month session, looking cuter than ever. He's such an adorable baby!









Janetta and Jacob were married on September 6th in Livingston. Jacob's mom, Carol, is one of the masterminds behind Talk of the Town Catering, so I knew the food would be fabulous. Mitchell White worked his magic with the decor, and it turned out to be a perfect evening! Janetta is one of the sweetest, most relaxed brides I have had the pleasure to work with, and I wish her and Jacob the best of luck in their new life together!

Beautiful ceremony details


















Stunning reception details






This weekend is going to be CRAZY!! I will be traveling to Nashville on Friday to photograph Elizabeth and Derrick's wedding, then photographing Hiliary and Todd's wedding on Saturday. To top it all off, Stevie turns 11 on Sunday! I will try to post highlights from Tausha and Scott's awesome engagement session later this week, along with highlights from Klar and Jim's wedding last weekend.

For those of you who want to do the countdown to baby Jude with me, I have 33 more days, unless he decides to come sooner. Woo hoo!!!

And finally, Tuesday's Addiction, one day late!

I am totally addicted to Fox's new show, "Fringe". J.J. Abrams, one of the co-creators of my absolute favorite show, "Lost" is one of the creators of "Fringe" and it totally rocks. If you've missed the first three episodes, you can catch the full length episodes on www.fox.com. It airs on Tuesday nights at 8:00, just after another of my favorite shows, "House!"

Brady's Pixie Party!

What a fun weekend! Brady celebrated her 5th birthday on Friday night with a Pixie Party. She had so much fun with her friends! We had been planning for the party for about a month, so she was super excited when everything finally came to fruition. Check out a few of my favorite moments!




Brady's only job for the evening was to make sure everyone had on bug spray. She took this job VERY seriously and made sure all her guests were protected from head to toe.


Brady and big sister Stevie. Stevie was such an awesome helper and led the backyard treasure hunt.


Twin pixies Maddie and Gracie


Brady and her cousin Maggie


The girls created their own magic wands. Here's Brady working hard on hers.


Birthday wishes-check out the cool mushroom cupcakes!


Lilly enjoying the "Indiana Jones" rope in our backyard. When we first hung this rope at the beginning of the summer, the Barbie Jeep found a semi-permanent home near this rope-Brady thought it was fun to pretend she was Indiana Jones swinging into the Jeep. She never actually made it into the Jeep, but had a ton of fun trying!


Lilly and Brady


Jessica and Jesse

Jessica and Jesse were married on a beautiful Sunday afternoon at Carriage Lane Inn in Murfreesboro. Here are some of my favorite shots.












Jesse and Jessica checking out their new rings


LOVED these!


Okay-I fell in love with this lady. She had so much energy and kept all the guests entertained. She was having so much fun with the bubbles!











And finally, Tuesday's Addictions!

1. "Love Story"-Taylor Swift. I have been playing this song over and over since I downloaded it! It makes me want to go outside and spin in circles barefoot.

2. www.etsy.com-if you haven't visited this site, and you love handmade items, you must check it out!

3. "Falling Down"-Oasis. Another song I have had on repeat. Classic Oasis, and I love every note. I can't wait for the rest of the album to be released!

4. Raspberry Lemonade Crystal Light-YUM! I buy the little packets for bottled waters.

Check back later this week for highlights from Brandt's 6 month pictures, Amber and Mark's engagement session, and Janetta and Jacob's wedding!

Amanda & Kip

Amanda and Kip were married on August 23rd at Scarritt Bennett. I loved everything about this day-the venue, the details, and most of all the couple and their families. Amanda and Kip had a beautiful ceremony and reception, then were off to Italy for their honeymoon. Amanda and Kip, thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of this day!

Details




Kip and Amanda seeing each other for the first time-this moment was so emotional I cried!


I think this is my favorite shot of the day.










Amanda and her dad sharing a moment.








I love the expression on both their faces in this picture.









And as promised....drum roll please....Tuesday's Addictions! Below you will find this week's list of things I find highly addictive or simply cannot live without. Feel free to share your addictions as well by posting them in the comment box. If I find it addiction worthy, I will add it to the post next week!

1. Chicken Broccoli Alfredo: We have this at our house at least twice a month. Everyone loves it. Warning, it makes a huge mess in the kitchen and is a far cry from healthy, but boy does it taste yummy!
Recipe:
Ingredients-cubed boneless chicken, Italian breading, canola oil, fettuccine noodles, small container heavy cream,
one stick of butter, 2 bags fresh Parmesan cheese, frozen broccoli, salt and pepper to taste.

-toss chicken in Italian breading and fry in oil
-prepare noodles as directed and drain
-over low heat, melt butter. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook until cheese begins to melt.
-prepare broccoli as directed and drain
-Serve by topping noodles with chicken, broccoli, and finally the sauce

2. Votivo "Deep Clover" Candles: I think I like this one so much because it kinda reminds me of cut grass.

3. Poet's Vanilla Chai: Starbuck's vanilla chai can't even compare. As soon as there is a mere mention of the weather getting cooler, I line up almost every day for one of these tasty treats. In fact, I think I'll get one today!

Hope you enjoy my suggestions! Next week promises to be even better, since I really need to wrap up this post and get busy on Brady's birthday cake for tomorrow!