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Tribute to all the Mothers Out There!

  • Posted on May 12, 2012 at 9:58 PM

Let me start with a disclaimer.  I have probably taken in excess of 200,000 photographs since I have had a digital camera (2006), so despite all of my best intentions, I was unable to go through every photo I’ve taken since then.  There are many beautiful mothers that I have photographed that I was unable to include in my collage.  Charge it to the late hour and not my heart (please).

Nevertheless, I wanted to say a special Happy Mother’s Day to all of the mothers out there who continue to provide for and sacrifice for their families and children!  Remember, children are a blessing from the Lord!  Happy Mother’s Day!

Mothers Day Collage 1Mothers Day Collage 2Mothers Day Poem

Celebrating 60 Years… and Looking for at least another 60 More! :: Sneak Peek

  • Posted on April 16, 2012 at 5:23 PM

This past weekend, I had the opportunity to capture a semi-formal 60th Birthday Celebration!  Here is a preview of what is to come!

Birthday Party Preview

Just Delivered!!!!

  • Posted on April 15, 2012 at 9:23 PM

You may remember my recent baby shower post… well Myles Clay is officially here!  I have photos from him at just 10 days old!  Isn’t he precious!!!!

 

SleepingThe Little Details

Going Back Home

  • Posted on February 19, 2012 at 6:07 PM

Even though I have not technically lived in Texas for over 10 years, I still feel so deeply connected to that state.  Perhaps its because I love the weather there and have never fully adjusted to the “cold!”  Or maybe it’s because I have such an affinity for real Tex-Mex, and have not been able to find anything that compares outside of the TX border (I can never get enough bean and cheese tacos – please do not knock it until you try it).  Maybe it’s because being there is so nostalgic and being up north gives me scenes of urban city centers with bricks and concrete and row homes.  I am not sure, but I always love my trips back home!  On my last trip, I ate some of my favorite food, spent time with some of favorite people, saw old friends, played games with new ones, and just enjoyed my time off!

bean and cheese tacoJonathan's music studioChristmas DinnerPlaying ScrabbleDad with the KidsOpening PresentsThe FellasFriendsPayne FamilyThe Whole Payne Family

My Little Cousins…

  • Posted on February 19, 2012 at 5:52 PM

As a person that does not yet have any children of my own, I look forward to seeing my little cousins in Texas each year that I venture back.  With each year, I see more growth, my academic prowess, larger vocabularies, and more personality!  This trip was no exception!

I definitely feel that there is something in each person’s names that has some bearing on their personality.  When I see little Victoria in action (and in poses), I see myself in my baby pictures where I stood there with a serious face.

Me and the KidsAll 3Just the GirlsIn Tears

Even though I know these tears had nothing to do with my departure, partings from these beautiful children are always such sweet sorrow!