I made the journey up to my old stomping grounds of Grand Rapids, Michigan to shoot their beautiful wedding. It was an honor and an absolute pleasure. It didn't even feel like work because I was capturing the love of people that I love and spent the day surrounded by old friends. Thank you Christian family for having me up to help you celebrate and capture this very special day. I love you all!

Oh.....and a big fat congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs. Cavazos!

Anna wore this very special bracelet that belonged to her late Grandmother. Thanks to my second shooter for the day Katy O'dell for this lovely shot.

Daniel was quite excited and anxious to see his bride.

Anna was pretty excited too! (This next one is Katy's shot.)

They embraced for a really long time after they saw one another. Ahhh...L-O-V-E!!!

This shot is one of my favorites of the day. HUGE thanks to Katy for this one.

My "other" family. Love you guys!

Hello gorgeous Michigan trees. Oh, how I miss you.

This is my lovely friend Katy. She came along and helped me shoot the wedding on her birthday!

Thanks girl! Your talent and sweet gentle spirit are inspiring to be around.

I believe this to be true.

This post has been a long time coming but alas, the grand introduction of my baby nephew Jayden!

First, let's start out at the hospital awaiting his arrival. Michael was such a great coach to Stephanie, so calming and loving towards her.

Keegan was allowed to hang out in the room for a little while as we waited. Stephanie was such a trooper and a long overnight labor. She tried to catch a little rest before it was time to push. Thus, Keegan and his Nana saying shhhh.

Michael caught a few winks himself.

Keegsters making us smile as we wait.

and then........He's here!

Baby paparazzi.

 A while later, we did a real deal photo shoot at Jayden's house. Sorry ladies and gents, I am still not doing baby sessions. Sisters are an exception. ;)

Stephanie, You are a beautiful Mama.

Seriously, Jayden is so blessed to have you to hold him.

I think that Michael is a pretty awesome Daddy too.

This next one is my favorite.

Congratulations guys! Parenthood looks good on you. You can't even tell that you are only sleeping like 2 hours a night. ;) I love you and I love my baby Jayden!

Stay tuned this week for Anna and Daniel's Michigan wedding, my new nephew and more photos from my trip up north.

Grand Rapids is the place where Nathan and I met, fell in love, got married and spent the first year of our marriage. We made lifelong friendships there. And with all of those things came lots and lots of amazing memories.

On Friday July 16th, we celebrated our 5 year anniversary in the city that we fell in love. I was so naive 5 years ago. I had no idea the depth of love I would have for my husband that I have today. A love like ours is truly a gift from heaven.

I love you Nathan Phillilps and I can't wait to share the rest of our lives together making memories.

Photo taken by Kaley Kiewiet of Still Beauty Photography in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

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This I know for certain: This little baby girl is loved.

Little Jenevieve had so much fun at her photo shoot. I think her favorite part was flying in the sky.

But she wasn't quite as thrilled to sit in the grass.

Here is a little peek for you while I get my life back in order here in hot hot Tulsa!

So for now...Here is a peek. Congratulations Stephanie and Michael. I love you and your little family so much!

Congratulations guys and thank you so very much for inviting us to capture your love. I hope that you enjoy this little peek at your wedding photos.

I think this next one is my favorite shot of the day. We lucked out and had an open field behind the church.

After the nasty cleanup, I did get the chance to start working on my ceiling medallion for my chandelier make over.

As you can see, the paint episode didn't bother him one bit. He was happy as a clam the rest of the day and I am pretty sure he didn't actually ingest any.