two things i love.

I love to listen to my boy make music.

I love to sip from a warm cup while I do so.

expanding horizons.

Nick has one of the best smiles I've ever seen...it is genuine and it is constant. It was difficult to even get a serious shot of him...that smile just can't stay away for long. Of course, this makes those around him smile...not a bad thing!

He says he doesn't remember much about fifth grade. I remember him. He was a math whiz, respectful, a leader, and a natural athlete. I remember talking to his class in preparation for an upcoming trip to camp in Wisconsin. Several students had questions and concerns, but Nick's only comment to his class was, "Guys, we're just going to have to expand our horizons!" Indeed.

His next "horizon" is University of Illinois. I'm confident he'll soar.

her boy and my dog

My friend Carrie and I went for a walk yesterday. She brought along her little boy Ryan, and I brought along my little dog Murphy. After our walk, we wanted to get a picture of the two of them together. Neither boy nor canine were really interested in that idea. Ryan only wanted to play with our landscaping rocks, and the dog only wanted to get a good sniff of the boy and go about his doggy life. Ryan's daddy is a fabulous photog, and I'm sure they don't need any more pictures of this busy little man, but since the camera was out....what was I to do?

by golly miss molly.

What a beautiful spring evening and a pretty young woman! I met Molly and her mom Mary in downtown Bloomington for her senior session. They are Bloomington natives and Mary recalled memories as we wandered the streets taking Molly's pictures. In our wanderings we saw the perfect chair in a vintage storefront. I simply had to have it. We had fun carrying it across Vernon Ave. to our second location on Constitution Trail. The flowers were in bloom, the chair added a touch of whimsy, and Molly's expressive face and gentle spirit show up in her images. Here's a sneak peek.

march madness.

Elly: mindful of her brackets.

happy birthday tasha!

Tasha is full of love and life...her smile lights up any room and her voice blesses any heart. I was excited to do a quick shoot with her and her daughter Jasmine and design invitations to her birthday party. We're planning another session in late summer or fall. I can't wait!

a letter to the gaff girls.

Dear Hannah and Laurel,

Thank you for letting me play with you at your house. You have fun toys and share really well. I am happy that Laurel is learning to walk and that Hannah is such a good big sister. The supper that your mommy and daddy fixed for John and me was very tasty too. They are pretty awesome parents. I would keep them if I were you.

I hope you like your pictures. I think you are both adorable! Let's do it again sometime.

Love,

Sue