Lance and Jennie - Albuquerque, NM Engagement Photographer

These guys are so cool. Truly, truly cool and such a riot to hang out with. And I'm not just talking about on this shoot.

Jennie and Lance can throw a KILLER dinner party. Really. I've been witness to it and I'll admit, my belly is still aching for some of those appetizers... especially the jam, brie and pastry thingie. Oh yeah..... *drooling* Shall I mention what else was there? Sangria. Frozen Sangria. Cucumber dill dudes. Meatballs. Wine and more wine. Queso and.... shall I stop now? I have no idea how I'll have these guys over for something that can even come close to that shindig! OK....back on topic...

As usual, we had a great time when we got together. They were up for totally anything and we wandered and found some absolute perfect spots to capture these guys' love. It so neat to watch a couple like this...you almost feel like a fly on the wall... seeing their connection to each other. Jennie has got the most infectious laugh and Lance has some hysterical facial expressions. These pictures capture their love, sweetness and fun-for-all personalities...exactly what their marriage will be like. I'm sure they'll celebrate their 50th anniversary doing crazy silly things only they understand the meanings behind (Popsicles) and loving every single second together.

I cannot imagine how uber cool, sweet and down-to-earth their wedding will be. It'll be the event of the year back in Ohio....and I can only wish these guys the absolute best!

I seriously COULD NOT pick my favorites from this shoot. Normally I can pick them in an instant...hands down, no doubt about it. Not this time. I love each and every one for different reasons. Enjoy your sneak peek guys...and Jennie: we'll rock the wedding dress stores on Saturday. They won't know what hit 'em :0)

Check out this rock he got her! Nuts, right? ;0)

Lyndsey and Nate - Albuquerque, NM and Tulsa, OK Maternity Photographer

Remember I said I had a lot in the works?!? Well...here's just the beginning.

I trucked it (sans baby) over to Oklahoma a few weekends back. My agenda: have an awesome girlie weekend with Lindsay and Lyndsey (yes. 2 of them. I'm just thankful to have another "L" name to try and fit in!). While I was there, we snagged some time to do Lyndsey and Nate's maternity pictures.

Lyndsey holds such a soft spot in my heart...she has for years. We met in high school and have stayed in touch ever since.
I try so hard to never cry... I'm NOT a pretty crier. at. all. I get red and splotchy... and look diseased. Keep that in mind here:
I cried at their wedding when I saw Lyndz in her wedding dress for the first time. Sure, I was pregnant at that time, but not THAT sappy of a pregnant gal. She looked radiant in her dress.
I cried after her shower... seeing how happy she is being pregnant and seeing the world of friends around us blossom with babies.
I can only imagine I'll cry like a baby when I meet little Claire and see Lyndsey holding her DAUGHTER! eek!

They welcomed me with open arms (in exchange for a bag of green chile from back home) into their home for a weekend and I loved every second of it. I wish we lived closer...but the times we can spend together are so cherished because of the distance.

This couple is so devoted to each other and their lives together - it's so magical to watch. I really have no idea what word would best describe them to you. Clarie Lynn...what a lucky gal she already is and she's not due to see it all until the end of March. These pictures show you the warmth and love in this family.

I love you all...and can't wait to see you in the fall!