Wasps, Skunks and Dog Hitch Hikers

Man, what a night....
I got home from work last night just to run in and leave again, and when I opened the door there were wasps everywhere! They were swarming in my kitchen and basement!
The previous night Tim had sprayed a nest they had made in the siding of our house. I guess instead of leaving they decided to come in the house :) Yesterday morning, Tim and I saw a couple flying around and we grabbed the vac and swept them up...along with all the dead ones in the window sills. Of course we thought that was the end of it. I took the dog to work just in case. So when we got home and there were around 200 of them flying around...I decided we needed a new plan. Tim is gone for the weekend..so I had to handle it :)
So I went to Home Depot and bought a fogger, came home set 3 of them off, grabbed the dog and my pillow and was off to the in-laws. I had a fun night with the kids, watched a movie and got ready for bed. I took Jake(the dog) out for his potty break and as I was standing by the van, I got a whiff of skunk. "Jake, come here!" No Jake... " Jake COME!" No Jake... So I ran inside and got a flash light and went looking. Finally he came over and yep...he got sprayed! NASTY! And he was supposed to share the bed with me last night. So Jon went to the store and bought some tomato juice and we bathed Jake in a tub that smelled like pasta! It was a pathetic site. I wish I had pics for you...it was funny :) We rinsed him and washed him again with the kids shampoo and he came out smelling like Apples.

I was thinking last night "Usually things happen in 3's, I hope it's only 2 this time." Slept well and when I got up, I took Jake out again. This time he decided to wander. He's was being so bad! He ran across the street and then 2 cars come from both directions. I run out in the street in my PJ's with my hand up yelling STOP like a mad woman and try and grab him. He goes right up to both cars, and stands next to their door like he was trying to hitch a ride...oh my gosh!
Finally, the cars pass and we are heading inside, when he turns around and heads for the road again. There is a car approaching really fast this time and I run as fast as I can screaming NO NO NO! He ran out into the road again and the car luckily sees him and slows down and moves out of his way!
AGGHHH...my heart was racing. I almost cried...#3

Anyway, we made it out alive...the wasps are dead, the dog is not :)

Here are some images from this week. Love these kids!

A little Matilda

I have way to many favorites from this session to post all of them! Morgan was such a trooper as we hiked all over Old Town last night. I was a little nervous at the beginning thinking about all the people around and how she would react. I don't think she even realized anyone else was around. She has grown up SO much since the last time I saw her.
Her mom is a Matilda Jane Trunk Keeper and she brought THE cutest clothes! If you're interested in having a Matilda Jane Party...click the link above to find out more info!
Thanks Paula for such a great night!

Weekends

Weekends that run into the week are what life is all about. It's Thursday and it is my first day back from the weekend! Who-hoo that was nice. Spent the past weekend up north again hanging out with the family. We had our nieces and nephew and their parents up to my parents house in Boyne City. We had great weather, some sailing, a Dog show, sand and sun, and even a couple naps. It was great! I had planned on taking a ton of images of the kids, but they were not in the mood. I had to beg Emma to let me take a few images and right before we left...literally 5 mintues before we got in the car to go home she said, "Ok." So I dressed her up and brought her down the hill and did a few images. Then we were on our way home.



The Real Emma


Monday, my friend Lindsay and I went to Chicago to see the Free to Succeed Tour with David Jay and Jasmine Star. They were great as always and I met a ton of new photographer friends. I'm so glad that we went, even though I am completely exhausted today.
I had a session this morning with Miss Gracie who gave me the energy to keep going. There is something about kids that make me feel really energized. It's great!

Sun Bathing

Tonight I have another shoot and I can't wait!

Andrew and his wife Emily and the kids went up to Silver Lake this weekend. Here is a video of their Jeep ride on the dunes! Even baby was strapped in. Enough to make me sick.

Belly Ballerina!

I just loved this little girl! She was so playful and energetic...she's a climber!
I've had this little tutu for awhile now and haven't had the right little girl for it. Little miss I was the one!
:)

Lindsay + Jason 8.10.08

A Sunday Wedding:
Location: English Inn
Florist: Petal and Forrest

I love weddings at the English Inn. It is such a beautiful location with gorgeous gardens and stone work. Even without a lot of decor, it is gorgeous. Lindsay and Jason had such a gorgeous wedding. The ladies at Petal and Forrest transformed the reception room with colorful linens, Gerber daisies, pink roses, white orchids, and hydrangea arrangements. Candles lined the polka dot and striped cake as well as the head table.
As the 5 piece band set up and the last orchids were hung, the bride and groom got ready in their separate cottages. The guys sat back and relaxed watching the Olympics, while the ladies got their hair and make-up done. We started the pre-wedding photos and watched as the clouds started rolling in. Really, the day was perfect besides the slight breeze.
Lindsay and Jason were exchanging rings when the sprinkles began. We were lightly rained on, but not enough to make anyone run for cover. By the time they sealed their marriage with a kiss, the rain had lifted and the guests made it back inside for hour's devours.
During the reception we stole the bridal party and had a little fun! Lindsay and Jason...this is for you!
We hope you two have a great honeymoon!

A proud Aunt

Ok, I'm become the queen of posting blogs about my nephew Parker. Let the count down begin to when he and Jonathan and Kristin will be here to visit for a week!
Here is an awesome video of Kristin's brother teaching Parker the drums...
How cute is he?

Beautiful night

We went out to a clients house last night and it was such a great night. Their neighborhood is one of those that is like something you would see in a movie. All the families are out together, playing and chatting. It was nice to see that there are still places like that.
Andrew and I had fun running after each of the kids, chasing the fire engine, and barking at the dogs :)
Sounds fun doesn't it!

The Fracker Vocal Studio

Hey everyone! I have to tell you about this show I went to last night! One of our fabulous Seniors invited me to come to her show at MSU Wonders Kiva last night and it was fantastic! So funny and witty and the singing was great! I highly recommend it. There are two more nights of this production...tonight and tomorrow night at 7pm. The show is free, but donations are accepted...hint hint :)
Leave a big tip...they derserve it!
Great Job Elizabeth!

Up North Weekend

Tim and I went Up North this weekend to just relax. It was a gorgeous weekend with great weather. I had planned on having more images from this weekend, expecially our sailing trip, but I got really sea sick and let's just say the camera didn't make it's way out of the case. :(
So the trees and the dogs where the only things that got photographed this time.


Our first newsletter is at the printers, and I think we are going to have a few extra...if you would like to be on our mailing list, just send me a quick email with your address, and I will send you one.
There are lots of special events coming to you this year!
Just a few are:
Beach Dates: August 17th and 18th! Sign up now!
Dog and Cats: August 27th and 28th: Raising dog food for the Humane Society
Limited Edition Sessions for kids: All thru the year!

Have a great day everyone!

Sweet Dreams

This is little Madison! I met her a few mintues after she arrived at the hospital and she is so precious. Look at her little dimple! She's been smiling since she first saw mommy and daddy's faces. It was such a pleasure to see her and her parents again a couple weeks later. She is getting so big already!

Have a great weekend everyone! Heading up north for the gorgeous weekend :)

She loves her mommy and daddy...look at her stare at them!