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Lymie Life | Reality Check

Lymie Life | Reality Check
“I just want you well again…’ I whisper these words to my husband  who tosses & turns in his sleep.  But before the words even leave my lips, I feel a strong wave of uncertainty wash over me.  I want to bury myself in his arms & pretend this life we’re living isn’t...

Another Wonderful Couple {Laura&Adam}

Another Wonderful Couple {Laura&Adam}
Whew! It’s been a busy summer!!  Fortunately I managed to scale back my weddings this year, only accepting 20 for 2010.  Amazingly the majority of my weddings were scheduling this Spring & Summer!  I am looking forward to having a few free Saturdays this Fall.  Hopefully this will provide...

Summer Family Fun

Summer Family Fun
It always seems to come at the right time, a day like this… a day with a beautiful family, wonderfully well-behaved children that are a delight & thrill to photograph.  This is the kind of day that truly reminds me how great it is to photograph life’s moments. Perhaps you remember these...

Melissa & Casey {engagement}

Melissa & Casey {engagement}
I am often asked, ‘Can we bring our dogs to the photo shoot?’- it’s one of the most common requests.  And of course my answer is always YES!!  I think it helps couples get comfortable & gain confidence.  Plus it offers a different kind of interaction that can bring out more truth...

Katie & Dave {engagement}

Katie & Dave {engagement}
It seems like it was just yesterday when I answered a call from a very excited bride by the name of Katie Wholey.  I am not sure that brides come more excited than the likes of Katie, mostly because her enthusiasm hasn’t waned since that very first call! Every time I talk with her I realize just...

The Lessons of Life with Lisa & Roger

The Lessons of Life with Lisa & Roger
I am always on time for photo shoots & I arrive  super early for most weddings.  I never want to feel rushed just before a photo shoot- so I always plan to arrive early so I have time to breathe.  Well- last Sunday Lisa called me just after 4.  She, Roger & their super hyper dog were already...

Lindsay & Zoran | As the Temperature Drops

Lindsay & Zoran  | As the Temperature Drops
Anyone who’s lived in Kansas City for any length of time knows how unpredictable the weather can be!?  We’ve all heard the old saying ‘if you don’t like the weather, wait 5 minutes it’ll change‘ but people say this about anywhere that they live, which takes validity...

Megan & Adrian {engagement}

Megan & Adrian {engagement}
I an anxious for Spring…I can tell it’s just around the corner as the ground finally begins to thaw.  The pace begins to quicken and once again I am shooting with more frequency.  I don’t ever slow down… my winter season is full of new bookings, magazine submissions, entering...

SALE for Mothers Day!

SALE for Mothers Day!
I’ve been working on several projects for a while now & the first is ready to announce!  We’re introducing a new line of custom necklaces to our 2010 product list.  These are handmade unique pieces that we hope will inspire & awe you. Ever since my days in art school, I’ve...

Cindy & Ben {engagement}

Cindy & Ben {engagement}
This winter season has been especially brutal & I’ve had fewer portrait sessions planned outdoors thanks to the arctic-like temperatures.  I’ve gotten used to the cold…(kind of) truthfully,  I’ve learned the tricks of dressing in layers!  If you catch me shooting any given...

Slick Allison & Chris {engagement}

Slick Allison & Chris {engagement}
Whoo- Hoo!!  Allison (known to most as ‘Slick’) is engaged!  Chris finally popped the question & she said yes. Of course, it wasn’t quite that easy.  There was a little drama in between… Chris actually emailed me to check my availability before he proposed.  You see,...

Debbie & Mike {engagement}

Debbie & Mike {engagement}
As it is with most of the couples of meet, Debbie & I hit it off right away.  She actually recognized some friends of hers the first time she went through my portfolio.  I am constantly reminded of what a small world we live in.  This also reminds me of how lucky I am to have met all of these...

Sharifa & Donald {engagement}

Sharifa & Donald {engagement}
When Sharifa first called me, I knew right away that she was incredibly well-spoken & professional.  Honestly, I was afraid that I might not be the right fit because I feared she might be searching for a more traditional approach to the wedding day.  When I met them both, It was clear the adoration...

{engagement} Kristin & Michael

{engagement} Kristin & Michael
Ok, I know it seemed like I would never run out of posts from my trip to Atlanta but this is  the last one!  Last one, unless I post my cousin & me cleaning out Grandma’s kitchen cabinets…  but that’s a story for another time!  Kristin found me through Facebook, she is the...

{engagement} Megan & Jason

{engagement} Megan & Jason
This was the first time I officially met Megan & Jason- we’ve only had conversations over the phone.  I always get just a little nervous when meeting my couples for the very first time.  I think this keeps me honest & real- just like the fear that drives me on wedding day.  (Yes, I still...

Vote for Us!

Vote for Us!
We have been nominated for Best Portrait Photographer in Kansas City! …. BUT I must have help to actually win.  You see this is a voting competition, a popularity contest. {insert long winded sigh here} Never in my life have I been any good at popularity contests!!  I was an art kid in high...

{engagement} Laurel & Paul

{engagement} Laurel & Paul
After enjoying an incredible weekend of 80 degrees last weekend, I met up with Laurel & Paul on Monday prepared to sweat!  The humidity had returned & we enjoyed a high of 95 while we were out.  But these two were champs!  They definitely got a bit warm but they didn’t let it phase them. ...

{engagement} Pups & Playmates

{engagement} Pups & Playmates
I just adore Katie & Dan, really.  It’s amazing how fast Katie & I can get wrapped up in a conversation and in only seconds we are miles away from where we started.  It’s like running into an old friend you haven’t seen in years- the conversation is just always there!  I...

{engagement} Amanda & Jeff

{engagement} Amanda & Jeff
I just love this couple!  But somehow we ended up scheduling their session on one of the most humid days of the year.  I thought it was warm the morning I shot Dana & Craig, but on this day I began to sweat the moment I stepped out of my van. Ick. This I refer to as ‘Savannah Hot’ but...

{engagement} Stephanie + Steve

{engagement} Stephanie + Steve
Interesting story about how I met Stephanie… She was one of the many wonderful nurses that cared after my husband when he was hospitalized last November at Overland Park Regional.  She was so sweet & went out of her way to take special care of us.   It’s been difficult navigating the...
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