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“Man of God, in the Hebrew Bible, is a title of respect applied to prophets and beloved religious leaders” (Wikipedia.)  That phrase nearly perfectly suits Steve Whitner.  “Religious leader” doesn’t quite do it though.  Steve is more than that.  He is a devoted seeker of Christ, and that is what makes him a beloved religious […]

Ok, I never break up wedding posts like this.  But life is such, at the moment, that this is how it’s happening.  Kristen and TJ’s reception was so much fun.  Since I knew several of the guests from high school, I had to keep reminding myself I was working and not playing!  Everything was perfect- […]

I’m sure most of us would agree that the actual wedding ceremony is the most important part of the wedding day.  Take away the flowers, the pretty dress and even the rings, and you would still have 2 people that love each other starting their lives together.  Normally, however, I would NEVER do a whole […]

If you follow me on twitter or facebook, you know how excited I was about this wedding.  Here’s why: 1- Kristen and TJ are so adorable and so in love. 2- They were really laid back and trusting about the photography.  I got to do whatever I wanted (even during the ceremony!) 3- The ceremony […]

This is Sarah.  I’m sure she would disagree, but she is the total package.  One of those people God left the talent dropper over for too long.  You would probably love to hate her… but you wouldn’t be able to!  Besides being very smart, talented, beautiful, she’s also extremely kind.  She plays at least 2 […]

There’s a character named Adelaide in the musical Guys and Dolls.  I haven’t seen it, but many people have told me there is a song in the musical about the character and the title of this blog is a line from it!  It sounds a little derogatory, but I’m thinking of it as positive.  Adelaide […]

Do you remember the sweet Hogue family from last year?  I love this family.  The children are just beautiful and well behaved.  And the parents are just a joy.  Good listeners, gentle spirits, selfless givers.  (and humble.  I’m sure they don’t think they’re any of those things.)  It was such fun to spend a very […]

You know how you just click with some people right away?  This is how it started with Elizabeth.  The first time we talked about her wedding on the phone was just FUN.  And who has fun on the phone the first time you talk?  I don’t like the phone even when I know the person […]

I had the most wonderful morning when I got to go meet Rivers.  It started out rocky for his mom, my friend, Jess.  But I think the photo shoot MAY have improved their day.  He was so perfectly sweet.  He was two weeks old and they had a rough night before I came, but you […]

Ok, ok, it wasn’t technically Spring when I got to play with Charlotte again.  But it sure did look and feel like it!  Everything at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens was in bloom and the sun was shining bright.  I think I was even wearing flip-flops! Remember Charlotte’s 6-month portraits?  Well, she’s already 9 months…10, actually.  […]

You met Cooper a few weeks ago as he smashed his 1st birthday cake!  We had the family join us for this next session, to capture this fleeting moment in the Campbell’s life. I’ve watched the Campbell kids from a distance for years, but never seen them play with just each other for any length […]

I’m headed to the beach!  Because of this, I will not meet my self-imposed blog post quota this week.  Since I know it is what gets you through the week, I wanted you to see a little glimpse of what you have to look forward to upon my return.  Maybe someday I’ll catch up!!

Cooper turned one!  It was actually a few months ago, but as things usually go for most of us, it took a minute to get schedules together.  Cooper is the baby of 3 children, but only for a second.  His mom will have baby #4 this summer.  So, we’re celebrating this baby while he’s still […]

It’s the Lazenby hour here on the blog!  But this time it’s not about Lacy and Brent’s wedding, it’s about the sweet younger sister.  Lara. Like I mentioned before, the Lazenbys and the Stegalls (my family) have been friends for decades.  But I haven’t seen Lara since she was a child.  In fact, I introduced […]

Once all the nerves and jitters involved in the ceremony are gone, you get to see people’s real personalities.  And this reception was a fun one!  Lacy and Brent were so happy to be married and ready to celebrate with their family and friends.  It was at Hoover Country Club and their band was called […]