Good Friends and a Blue Wall

Tiffany and I met almost 9 years ago at my first MOMS club meeting. She and I hit it off with our foul language and dislike of anything (or anyone) fake. We also bonded over the fact that Avery and Rusty were the hardest children on the planet (at the time). During my first meeting, I had to sit outside with a SCREAMING child..and Tiffany tried to help. She went on to have the cutest redheaded boy, Jake. Now we reminisce about the good old days with one..because both of our second children are downright insane.

Um..Seriously?? Cute.

I am not a girly-girl. I don't like "cutesy" stuff..usually. But oh my cute. These puppies are about the cutest things I have ever seen. I brought my kids over to see them and we all fell in love.

Clovis Beauty

Krista is a senior in Clovis. Her aunt set up this appointment with me, so I went in blind..and I was FLOORED by how beautiful she is. Better than that? She brought her aunt and mom and we laughed the ENTIRE time. The last picture is with her mom..you can see where she gets her looks! I had so much fun..thank you!

I Heart Faces "Black and White"

This photo has been entered into the I Heart Faces photo challenge "Black and White"

I Sweat With Jasmine Star

For my birthday Rod bought me a ticket to see one of my FAVORITE photographers, Jasmine Star. She is touring the US, talking to small groups of people about business and such and who the hell cares..I met Jasmine Star! We laughed over how hot the building was (and how much we were sweating) and I asked her how she dealt with "mean girls" (which got a clap from the audience..guess I am not the only one). She brought her husband (and second shooter..and amazing photographer in his own right), JD, who was so funny and David Jay (who took HER wedding photos..WOW), another idol. I met several of the best photographers in the state of Arizona (and beyond)and made some new friends. So thank you Rod. You made my night..and you make my life.

I Heart Faces: Hugs&Kisses

This photo was submitted to the I Heart Faces photo challenge – www.iheartfaces.com

Mickey D's Saves the Moms

I am not one of those moms who jump with joy when the kids have a day off from school. I kind of wish school was all year..and weekends. So, today was Presidents' Day, and my friend Marlene and I took our gaggle to McDonald's because it was cold and miserable outside, and we both wanted OUT. Now, between us we have 5 kids and only three are represented here, which doesn't say much for my photography skills when it comes to playdates (no judging allowed). Aidan, the youngest (and only boy) is so grumpy (in the funniest way possible)..so when he saw the smiley face he turned that sucker upside down. As I knew he would. Rory, being Rory, had to make a weird face for the camera...and Alyssa is just so sweet..always deep in conversation and beautiful. Next time I will try to focus on Livia and Rusty. Oops.

Katie, Katie, the Beautiful Lady

First..I have to tell you I have been having some MAJOR computer problems. Hopefully those are fixed and I can get back to blogging. Katie Danzer is obviously gorgeous. When she got out of the car she literally took my breath away. She was also SO funny. I have so many of the cutest pictures of her laughing out loud. (I should send one to her boyfriend for Valentine's Day, huh?..btw, he was there too and was such a gentleman..they are so in love). One of these shots is going to be on the cover of a book!! I can't wait to show you all!! The author is Nya Nicks..and the title is Carlee's Paradise.

I Caught Her Quiet For a Moment

Rory was quiet. The End.

Lillie of the Valley (Albuqerque Valley, that is)

Remember Lillie?? Look how much she has grown up! She has the sweetest soul and the most beautiful voice. We recently went to see her in a play she was in and we were BLOWN away by her talent. Here are a few of her headshots..I think I narrowed down the lot to my favorite 50!

My Little Weirdo

Many people watch my Facebook page only for my "Rory said" posts. She says some funny shiz (and occasionally uses the word shiz). I was going to try to take a Christmas picture with each family member holding their favorite things (i.e. Rusty had books, I had peanut butter and diet coke..etc.) and this is how Rory showed up.