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The Big Migration…

It’s been in the back of our minds on a “future” list, forever. We always were open to the idea of it happening “sometime”. We just never knew “when”.

Well…”when” just became “now”.

We’re moving.

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I look at my life over the past 5 years, and I’m in awe of the incredible number of things that have happened…and how much the Lord has stretched, grown & chiseled away at me.

I am captivated by our growing little family, in love with what I am blessed be able to do each day…and I’ve never been so happy and so challenged all at the same time.

…marriage, babies, our little farm…places seen, moments witnessed, friendships enjoyed…things learned, edges softened, eyes more aware…I am eternally humbled by it all. And I’m forever excited for more.

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 As we slowly begin to sell off and pack up our sweet little country farm here in Southern California, we know we’ll miss it. It’s been such an incredible place to start raising our little family and enjoying all the fun a big city has to offer.

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But as we start plans for our new home 800 miles north in Southern Oregon, we’re excited for the new adventure. Excited for nearby lakes you can still drink from, trails out your back door, only ONE major highway and many, many less daily hours spent on it.

My business will continue photographing both love & life in Southern CA, Southern OR, and anywhere else it calls, but as Baby #2 joins our little family, my spare time will now be spent more with friends, family & passions. Simplifying…enjoying each & every moment…and breathing in the freshness of this incredible life I’ve been given.

I’m eternally grateful for all the continued support from family, friends and clients and I pray your 2013 will also lead you back to the simplicity of enjoying.every.moment!

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San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + Laura

There are no words to cover just how special this couple is…and I am forever blessed to have been allowed to capture their much-anticipated wedding day. TJ is like a brother to my Mark, and Laura is the perfect puzzle piece that only the Lord can place. We ADORE these two! They are beautiful inside and out, and so was their wedding…meaningful, beautiful, intimate, spiritual & perfectly fit to their life together.

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The details of their day, just like the details of their life, were breathtaking…BLOG102 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + LauraBLOG103 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + Laura

Laura’s gorgeous headpiece was from Lo Boheme. Lauren Christensen creates the most extraordinary, unique pieces…I adore each one. This one was a perfect match to Laura’s simple, elegant style.BLOG104 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + LauraBLOG105 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + LauraBLOG106 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + LauraBLOG107 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + Laura

All the wedding florals were hand picked by Laura, and hand created by her sweet friend & amateur (not for long!) florist, Ashley Winn. She did an INCREDIBLE job! Love all the feathers & fall foliage!
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Love this shot above…isn’t she GORGEOUS?! TJ…are you serious? Look at your incredibly beautiful bride!!! KNOCK OUT!BLOG116 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + LauraBLOG117 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + LauraBLOG118 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + Laura

This debonair crew is made up of some of the finest men I know. The fact that my hubs happens to be one of them makes me one VERY lucky  & blessed girl.icon smile San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + LauraBLOG119 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + LauraBLOG120 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + Laura

The quaint North Chapel in Point Loma was a perfect fit for these guys.BLOG121 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + LauraBLOG122 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + LauraBLOG123 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + LauraBLOG124 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + LauraBLOG125 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + LauraBLOG126 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + Laura

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Liberty Station is such a beautiful area to shoot in… such perfectly manicured grounds that go on forever! Reminds me of Europe…BLOG136 San Diego Wedding Photography: TJ + Laura

TJ & Laura’s reception was held at the ever-adorable Firehouse Museum in Little Italy. Mark & I held our reception there years ago as well and LOVED being back to celebrate in a vintage firehouse, in honor of our sweet firemen (Yes, TJ is fire as well)!
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DJ Dennis Jones did an incredible job of keeping the reception party ROCKIN’ all.night.long. As I always say, nothing makes or breaks a good reception like the DJ…and even with my 5 month bump, I couldn’t stay off the dance floor once my gear was stowed!

Great end to a great day celebrating a great couple.  xo

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Nathan - December 2, 2012 - 8:58 am

Gorgeous!

Betsy - December 2, 2012 - 9:17 am

Thanks so much Nathan! :)

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Dominic - February 1, 2013 - 8:40 am

WOW, Just came across your website and I got to say such fantastic and inspirational work you have. Dominic

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San Diego Maternity Photography: Sweet Stephanie

There’s nothing I love more than when great friends refer great clients that then refer even more great clients my way. Isn’t that how it’s supposed to be? In 10+ years of shooting, I’ve never paid for advertising…I’ve always relied upon mouth-to-mouth referrals. That’s not to brag…I’m sure I could have been busier in those 10 years. But the clients that have come my way, most often have remained friends…because they were referred by friends, which means they heart the peeps I heart. Which is just another amazing facet to this business…and I LOVE IT!

Stephanie is a perfect example. She was referred by a friend, whom I shot a while back, who was referred by one of our dear family friends. I felt like I already knew her before she arrived and I knew we’d get along great…which we did! Her gorgeous belly, sweet spirit and beauty made my night so much fun.icon smile San Diego Maternity Photography: Sweet StephanieCan’t wait to see the adorable little bundle that comes from that beautiful belly! xo

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LeAnn - November 17, 2012 - 9:35 am

Beautiful, beautiful. Outstanding work and what a beauty Steph is!

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La Jolla Wedding Photography: Leigh + Dan

So this blog is way overdue but this wedding, and this day for that matter, totally rocked socks too much to not get it blogged before years end. First off, I finally got to shoot with one of my sweetest friends, Katie Scott, who pretty much keeps me inspired 24/7 with her life, love & work. Second off, we had the sweetest couple, Leigh & Dan, to shoot on a gorgeous sunny Southern California day. Despite Katie being in her first trimester with her very first bambino, we had a blast shooting together & got some amazing shots (I kindly bestowed upon her my Tootsie Pop trick for keeping nausea away & we totally rocked some suckers together during the in between times…CLASSY!). If I could just shoot with all my amazing, talented girlfriends for the rest of my career, I’d be stoked. Somebody hit the Easy Button, please…

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LOVE shooting at the Museum of Contemporary Art in La Jolla…always such amazing installations!Blog1021 La Jolla Wedding Photography: Leigh + Dan Blog1031 La Jolla Wedding Photography: Leigh + Dan Blog1041 La Jolla Wedding Photography: Leigh + Dan Blog1051 La Jolla Wedding Photography: Leigh + Dan Blog1061 La Jolla Wedding Photography: Leigh + Dan Blog1071 La Jolla Wedding Photography: Leigh + Dan Blog1081 La Jolla Wedding Photography: Leigh + Dan Blog1091 La Jolla Wedding Photography: Leigh + Dan Blog1101 La Jolla Wedding Photography: Leigh + Dan Blog1111 La Jolla Wedding Photography: Leigh + Dan

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Dan handmade all of these adorable take-home, seat-assignment succulent boxes! INCREDIBLE!Blog117 La Jolla Wedding Photography: Leigh + Dan

The slight haze from the Pacific Ocean (like a block away!)…the overhanging boat installation…sunny weather…palm trees…HEAVENLY.
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The ever amazing & adorable Tori, from Sitting in a Tree Events, had every detail nailed…as usual! Blog119 La Jolla Wedding Photography: Leigh + Dan Blog120 La Jolla Wedding Photography: Leigh + Dan

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