time.

It was finally time for myself and my husband to spend 8 days together in Cabos San Lucas, Mexico. It was a perfect get-a-way for us that was long over-due! We spent our days sleeping in (til 7:30-8), going for walks, sitting on the beach, exploring, napping, eating, and going to bed early after we would sit on our patio, taking in all the sounds, the warm breeze and savoring every moment. It was more than wonderful!

And, no, we didn't bring back the Swine Flu... I know you were thinking it!

Here are some of the memories I captured...

sun and sand.

It's finally time! We booked a trip to Cabo San Lucas a few months back and it's here! We depart Edmonton at 6:55 am tomorrow morning! YAY!! It has been almost 5 and a half years since my husband and I took a vacation together. So it's long overdue! Sure we have had a few over-nighters here and there and gone out together, we even went to Vegas last year with a group of our closest friends... but it's time we re-connect and spend every waking minute together for 8 days straight. Enjoying just being together! It has always been so very important to us and I am so grateful for it. We will rejuvinate and come back better parents!

I have to admit though, I really didn't think it would be this hard to leave the kids. When we went to the Dominican those 5 years ago, we only had the 2 children who were 5 and 3 at the time. Now we have the 3, and it will be the longest we have been gone from the youngest. They are in the second best caring and loving hands though, their grandparents. So, I am comforted knowing there is nothing to worry about! Along with my amazing friends lending a hand, I am able to fully enjoy our little escape!

Sorry there have been no posts in a while. I have a family session to post from Easter and will have pics of our trip when I get back, so look forward to those!

We have been working on a new office to run my business from, which I am super excited about. I will finally have a professional place to do client consults. HOPEFULLY in a couple of weeks after we get back, I can post the photos of it as well!

Thanks for looking, well reading this time...

chao gingros...

sisters.

This past weekend my two sisters who each live 5 hours away, in opposite directions, came out. It was so great to catch up, laugh and just be together. My dad has formally requested photos of each of his 4 daughters, so he can put some up in the new house. So since I don't see them often, we headed out for a mini photo shoot and some fun! I know, I said 4 of us, I will have more up when I can take my other sister out too, then yes, I will get some of myself too! Enjoy.

busy•ness.

I did a session of a freshly turned 2 year old a couple of weekends ago!  I almost forgot how busy a 2 year old can be!  It was touching to watch him rediscover his world around him!  From popping popcorn in the living room to squeezing lemons and making fresh (sour) lemonaide to sledding in the yard!  I spent just over 2 and a half hours there and captured 1128 shots!  Lots of blurry ones, cuz he was constantly on the go... here are a few, or 9!

naissance.

I just wanted to take time to post for a friend of mine who is taking the journey into the beauty of educating others through pregnancy, childbirth and motherhood. View the blog of Michele Dallaire, Naissance, for all the information. She offers everything from doula services to belly casting to childbirth education classes.

I wish you were around when I was celebrating my pregnancies and welcoming my babies into the world.

pure.

It's been a while since I have photographed my gorgeous God daughter. So when I was babysitting her the other day, i took advantage of the opportunity! Talk about a happy baby, not once did she cry or fuss, not once! Then when i took out the camera... out came the full smiles! I'm positive she is the happiest baby ever. I'm not kidding. And yes, I am proud... just look at her!

A little bit of a longer post.  Oh well, I'm sure you done mind!  ;o)

beauty.

Wow, I know. A whole month almost since my last post. Sorry. I'll have a few pics up here soon, I promise!

I just wanted to say how much fun I had doing boudoir sessions. They truly bring out the beauty in a woman, not to mention the self-confidence. I thank those women who had me photograph them and know their men are happy men!

Those images unfortunatly are not going to be posted. I really, really want too... but really everybody seems to know somebody who knows that person, and you know how it is in a small community! I am more than happy to show off my boudoir portfolio personally, for those interested in a session. Please email or phone me to discuss!

Hope all is well!

twins.

I was fortunate enough last weekend to have the opportunity to help out at this session with my good friend Jana.  And what an opportunity, TWINS!  I felt so welcomed into their home, which was warmed by a hot fire and calmed by the soft music playing in the background.  These babies were amazing! Sleeping and peaceful pretty much the entire time.  Such a perfect experience, thanks so much Jana.

One of Jana LOVING her job!

love.

Ladies, here is something your men will love...

I will be having boudoir sessions for anyone interested in that special little something for that special person in your life.

Sessions will include my travel to your home, or other location of choice, multiple clothing changes (clothing provided by you) and a coil bound covered album of 10 5x7 images. As well as the proof DVD set to music. Special pricing of $150.
*please note that these are personal sessions for one person, clients must be 18 years of age.

In order to have your album for Valentines Day sessions will need to take place before January 30. Please email me at the link to the right, or call me at 780.798.3002 to book or if you would like further information.

Celebrate your love and commitment to each other this Valentines Day... romantically.

WINNER!

Congratulations to JOLENE BALES-BRANDER! Jolene is the winner of the free session give-a-way for the new year!

Email me at the link to the right for more information!

Thank you to all those who entered, your comments touched my heart and started my New Year off great! I can't wait to see what this year has to hold!

So to all of you I wish you all the best for 2009!

I took a video of the draw done by myself and my daughter yesterday at noon, but for some reason blogger just keeps giving me an error when I try to upload it. I will keep trying, just another something for me to learn! Hopefully I will have it posted in the next couple of days!

P.S. I think I will be doing more of these in the months to come for 2009... keep checking back for details!