Monday, June 13, 2011

California Girl

   Time flies by, it seems yesterday we were taking pictures of this little lady digging sand castles and now she is in college. How time runs away! We cherish every moment  of her life. She is through and through a true California girl....loves the ocean and missed so much in the desert.
This is the "Lebron" something to do with a basketball player? Not so much a basketball player but apparently these two love their sports and season tickets.
 One year ago these two decided to go on a date....
 and today they are still dating, of course we planned this "courtship" years ago.....

and of course she loves that he spoils her and treats her like the "princess" that she is.
                                                   Sweet Summer Love 2011.
See you next week doll face!

Baseball Game........(a little late posting this is from May 21)

For me all American is Baseball. I love the action and opportunity to take some great photos!

When these kids get up to play the field, they really play hard. There is a huge amount of effort and dedication put into each play they make. The love of baseball to stay focused is aswesome!

This was an excellent play. I loved catching it on camera!

When you actually see the ball in play behind the lense and wonder where it is headed is a thrill to be part of and to know how the play turns out later, even better!



Can't always make the play for your team however this was an excellent play made on both teams.....the anticipation of the out and the attempt to make it to home.

As you notice the outfielder....well! He make a spectacular catch and to keep it safe it rolled with him. Great play.

Sunday, June 12, 2011

Corn Fields

Graduation 2011

Graduation is such an exciting time for those who have made the effort to do well and work hard in school to be the example for those to follow...For us it was a joy to share in this special day for Kyle and with this family who is special to us. We are so proud of you Kyle and Keri thank you for asking me to do your pictures.                                                                                                                    
 As he prepares to take on the next adventures in life, we are grateful to know such a fine young man!
Class of 2011 Way to go Kyle!
There is something so special about the bond a Mother and her Son hold.....
With a little family get together afterwards,....(YUM on the new recipe we acquired for pulled pork) it was a beautiful way to end the day. What a great job you did as setting the example for your brother's Kyle. You have left big shoes (literally) to fill. Love you, kid!
Another special couple who were here to share in the festivities, Liz and Daren.
This family is solid! They have a strong bond of love, Faith and friendship. THIS is an example of a kind family who has real emotions, feeling, and really cares for each other and those around them.


Our camping trips will be missing Kyle in the future as he heads of to school, we will miss him as well as his goldmining, quadding, camping, hunting and climbing buddy!
                  Graduation is never complete without the Grandparents.
The day is all yours. You have earned it, we are proud of you! You will continue to make us all proud. Go get em Kyle! Let all your dedication get you where you want to go.
Family ties are what make us and bind us tighter and stronger, hold on to what you have and know. You will be amazed at what you will gain with your family as your number ! support team.

And so the new generation begins...............

Congratulations to you Kyle! Class of 2011

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Gilbert Golden Scholars 2011





These girls work so hard and maintain high, HIGH grades all year!!! Additional award presented by a teacher for "Teacher Nominated" student, this student has shown great character throughout the year as well being a good example to others! Very Proud here.

Over the years these two friends stand together in grades, values, morals and friendship!

Sunday, May 15, 2011

The "B" Family

These kids are so beautiful and I had the best time with them~ I have know this fun family now for a few years and what a sweet surprise when I got a message asking me to do some family pictures.

A Mother's Love.Thank you B family for a wonderful Saturday afternoon! The Mr and Mrs who made these gorgeous kids. and of course his sweet momma who is always close by for support on any level!K~ I have seen you grown up so much over the years! What a beautiful young lady you have turned into...Daddy's girls! I love this shot of all three of them and each had their own look and yet you know they are related and they truly love each other!Father and his Son




Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Take a ride in the Mountains of Globe, Az

For the natural beauty of the outdoors we do not need to go very far. We pack up our trailers and head out to the mountains. After a long ride we come to a spot where we decide to have lucnh, relax and enjoy the natural elements of our backyard. Brothers. Bonding. Friends. This is a special kiddo in my heart, and anyone who knows anything about Autisum knows it is hard to photgraph these kids, they do not generally like to take photos, but this young man actually let me take several this day. After some refreshments these two were on the look for crawdads. Always the fierce competition to find the biggest, but not so much luck on this outing.... This is just the time when you need to reflect on what is important. To be able to take in all that is beautiful. It is a time to stop and slow down and enjoy the peace that only being away from everything else can do for the mind. And there are always the show-off's who want their pictures taken as well. After a fantastic afternoon it is so long to this peace of earth, it is time to head back to reality..... So until our next photo shoot whether it is in a setting or another adventure. Ciao!

















Monday, May 2, 2011

Friends

These two girls have been friends for ....well a really long time! There is always laughing and always smiles. They share a passion for many things and even share their birthday month...

Always looking for a new opportunity to find something fun and this door was just the right color today....