Heirloom Photographic Memories Blog

The blog has been quiet for a while and it's time to get back to it. So much has happened in the past weeks! We had a wonderful time in North Carolina but were worried about flooding for family and friends the entire trip. We enjoyed our 9th anniversary at Myrtle Beach and got a bit too much sun!!!

My sister and her family lost nearly everything in the flood but thankfully there are people there to help. Friends and family have donated clothing, furniture and toys for the boys. Thanks to everyone who has helped out!!! They're waiting now to see if the neighborhood is going to be rebuilt and getting estimates on the damages. Hopefully the healing process can begin soon!

When we got back, I had a very busy schedule. Mystie came in Thursday before her wedding and we did her bridal session. It was SO much fun and a great run through for her hair, makeup and getting dressed. Made things go even more smooth on her wedding day! She looks just stunning in these!

After the bridal session, I met Jenny and Joe and family for their engagements and family pictures in Washington Park. The kids had so much fun and everyone was really cooperative. Can't wait for their wedding in October!

Friday was busy with the Kaplan nurses graduation ceremony. They have graduations every 3 months or so and it's always an amazing group to work with!

Saturday arrived quickly and it was time for Mystie and Derek's wedding. What a beautiful couple! They had an early wedding at 10am, which was great as it got to be a pretty warm day and the church had no AC. Perfect temps for a 10am wedding, but had it been 2pm, we all would have melted!

A new week started and I was saddened by the death of George Carlin. Strange thing was we were just talking about him (me, Luke and roomie Shane) Sunday night and spent about an hour watching YouTube video of him. What a shock Monday morning!

Tuesday I photographed Molly's 1 year pictures. I photographed Ryan and Betsy's beautiful wedding a few years ago and am honored to be able to photograph their adorable daughter! Isn't she precious!

After Molly's session, I was off to Traer for Merna and Neil's 40th anniversary portrait. They have a beautiful home and it was wonderful spending time and getting to know them a bit.

This weekend is going to be a lot of fun! I am meeting with Jayleen and Fabian for their engagement session in a little bit and then off to Penny and Craig's rehearsal and dinner for some pictures a bit later. Looking forward to their wedding tomorrow at Hickory Hills. Outdoor weddings are always a joy!