Sabrina and Jason got married in a beautiful ceremony at Hurst Ranch, complete with the train that delivered the bridal party to the aisle.  The whole day was emotional; everyone was tearing up.  Even I had to dry my eyes a few times so I could see to shoot.  Watching Sabrina look at Jason made me weak in the knees--I can only imagine what it does to him!  She has a way of looking at him sideways and up through her dark lashes with such adoration, I don't think he stands a chance whenever she wants something.  The invitations and decorations were all hand made.  The veil was hand beaded, and Sabrina's necklace was made for her after her dress was on so it could be customized.   And as if she didn't already have enough to do, the mother of the bride made all the dinner food!  Even Jason's favorite football team was recognized with cufflinks and a special garter.  The setting, the food, the love and support of all the guests really made for a great start to what I am sure will be a happy marriage.  Sabrina and Jason, thank you so much for letting me document your day!

Aly was the first person to ever ask me to take photos of her kids.  I was very excited!  That literally changed my life, as trite as that sounds.  By asking me to take those photos, she made me think that maybe others would be interested in having me take photos of their kids too.  Now, a few years later, that's what I do!  I really wanted to shoot the kids again because I have learned so much since then, so I was thrilled to get the chance.  We had access to the most beautiful garden, and they were dressed so perfectly, and they were all smiles and silliness--how could we not come away with some beautiful shots?

I am working hard on editing all the images from this beautiful wedding...here is just one frame.

These three young ladies are the Tuolumne Lumber Jubilee Queen Contestants.  But there is a whole lot more to each one of them than just a pretty face.  All three of them are athletes.  All three of them are incredibly sweet.  And they are all good friends.  And while I only saw them in front of the camera, I understand that part of the competition includes an obstacle course where they have to set a chain saw, so I know all three of them have to be tough as well.  All I can say is, I am glad I don't have to be the one to choose a winner! 

Colby and Brennen took their first airplane rides today.  They met at Columbia airport with a group of boys (because the first part was NOT scout related at all!), and everyone was able to ride in a small plane with a pilot.  Some boys went alone, some were sent up with one or two others.  Colby was pretty nervous at home before we left, but once I explained that the safety rates were better than riding in a car, he was okay.  And he loved every minute of it.  So did Brennen.  After the flights, we went over to a private hangar and a pilot went over everything they needed to cover to earn the Aviation Merit Badge for Boy Scouts.  This pilot had two antique planes that the boys got to check out up close.  After a hot dog BBQ we were off.  But they both said this was one of the most exciting things they have ever done!