Frivolous Friday - Movies for Brides or just the Lighthearted

Rent "Runaway Bride" 1999, Richard Gere and Julia Roberts. I JUST LOVE THIS MOVIE! And I am watching it again for the third time on my laptop as I work on pictures today! I can so imagine a few of my brides that should have......and MANY, who shouldn't......

Frivolous Fridays!

Welcome to Frivolous Friday! A new concept of mine, so on Fridays, check out my blog for stuff that MAY matter, or NOT!

friv·o·lous (frv-ls)

adj.

1. Unworthy of serious attention; trivial: a frivolous novel.

2. Inappropriately silly: a frivolous purchase.

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[Middle English, probably from Latin frvolus, of little value, probably from frire, to crumble.]

from Websters:

friv·o·lous

Pronunciation:

\ˈfri-və-ləs\

Function:

adjective

Etymology:

Middle English, from Latin frivolus

Date:

15th century

1 a: of little weight or importance b: having no sound basis (as in fact or law) frivolous lawsuit>2 a: lacking in seriousness b: marked by unbecoming levity

— friv·o·lous·ly adverb

— friv·o·lous·ness noun

From Flowers to Skulls

First of all, I do not approve of my kids wearing items that look dead.....but somehow, the flowers slipped by my Mother, and the rest is history. With that said, here is the scoop......

Ean and Mica had some "Mie-Mie" time (my mother), in which Mie-Mie says she can buy anything for my kids cause she is the "Mie-Mie". Well, Mie-Mie bought Mica the "kwel-est" shoes according to Mica, yet when Mica got home, she KNEW I would NOT approve, and just gave me puppy dog eyes, thinking she could get them past me!



Mie-Mie's response: "I thought they were flowers!" That is so typical of Mie-Mie! Needless to say, Mica wont be wearing them to school or church!

Two days later, I see my son Ean with his new bike helmet that slipped into the house without my awareness. I say to him "Ean, YOU CAN'T wear THAT helmet!" Ean responds, "Mom, it is not a skull. It is just an X-Ray....[pause]...., that looks mean." ............laughing on a technicality ..........Ayyee Ayyee, what am I to do.

Pure Sweetness

I had the pleasure of photographing this little cutie in her own environment, which I think is perfect for this age. She so loves her room and wanted to show me everything! As a mom myself, this is how I always want to remember my babies.





We ventured outside on a very hot day, so I think this little sweetness's favorite poses were as herself. Naked, well, somewhat; as she blows us kisses................

Back to School!

Thank Goodness! While I did enjoy being with the kids longer through the day, it's nice to get my routine back together!

This morning, my kids were so excited, with a little hesitation and anticipation of meeting new friends and what the year will bring! I am thankful they enjoy school.

Sister and Brother!

I just love these pics of sister and brother! They remind me so much of my kids, just 5 or 4 years ago.....







These next two, I would have in a two opening matted frame side by side or hung side by side in the same kind of frame.....How sweet, each other helping the other!

Jaclyn and Erik's Story

I like to think of myself as a storyteller. I love stories, especially stories of real lives. Here is the beginning of the greatest story of Jaclyn and Erik's life set to their song as they danced that day. They are going to make beautiful babies!

http://www.photosbydesign.us/jac/jac/

Beach Pics!

Well, Mica and Ean were not to happy to venture out for the camera but I was determined to have new beach pics and I bribed them with $5 to the beach store! These pics were taken with my new Canon Power Shot G9. Just love it LOVE IT LOVE IT!





Below: I wish my kids always were this kind to each other! I don't know what they were talking about, but I love this picture!

My New Toy

Before I left for the beach, I bought the new Canon powershot G9. I did not want to lug all my camera equipment, so I left them in cool storage with my watchdog friend! I knew the G9 did amazing things, like, attach my external flash to it, shoot in RAW, let me change shutter speed, ISO and aperture, and speaking of aperture it goes all the way down to f 2.8. So, for regular viewers, just appreciate the pictures. For serious ones wanting an SLR point and shoot, BUY IT, BUY IT, BUY IT!

I am hoping to talk the kids into a photo session on the beach tonight. Not sure if it will happen or not, but if it does, I will post them later. Enjoy these for now!

The Sunrise

I got up real early this morning for a walk and quiet time. Spent about 2 1/2 hours just walking and enjoying the beauty. I took my new Canon Powershot G9 point and shoot with me and captured this.....

Chat with Everyone Soon!

Well, I am beach bound! It is 12:30 a.m., I just got home from my 8-8-08 wedding today. Mica and Ean are soooooooooooooo EXCITED! I will be back in the studio on Tuesday, August 19th. Posting pics from the past and hope to have so new pics of the kids with my brand new point and shoot, the Canon Powershot G9!

Kayla, Kayla!

Oooohhhhhhhhhhh, I could just post and post and post pictures of this Senior! Kayla is so sweet and sooooooooooo easy to photograph! All of her pictures are my favs, but for time and space, I will show you these! Enjoy!

Kristen + Dennis

LOVE this couple! Kristen and Dennis are to be wed September of next year. Dennis is from Michigan and Kristen from West Virginia. They met in college and were instantly hooked to one another. And I could tell in the pictures. The certain way Dennis looked at Kristen or Kristen looked at Dennis had an amazing chemistry effect on the other, so here are some of my favorites!

Bree + Ben

I love outside weddings and want to share some pictures of Bree and Ben's Day! The setting was at Bree's house. I think this is just an added touch for a bride on her wedding day. To be surrounded by all her friends and family including all her childhood memories.








One of my absolute favorites of the day. The anticipation of the hour Bree will walk down the isle to meet with her groom for eternity.



A simple capture of freedom for the moment.......







Best wishes Bree and Ben! You both were so fun, energetic and I just loved photographing your day!