LIFESTYLE
Welcome to the lifestyle section. All the things that help me live a life recovered from anxiety, depression and being captive to negativity. Let’s carve out some space for your mind to breathe.
The DIY Playroom Project
In the time I spent away from the blog something truly amazing occurred in my life. My sister, Erin had a baby and I gained the title of aunt. The little lady who gave me this privilege is Elliot, I like to call her Ellie...and she is adorable. {Obviously...just...
Mexican Canyon Trestle
Let's talk about heights for a second. I don't really like them. But here's the thing about me--Derek has the ability to peer pressure me into being brave. I guess heights aren't really that bad...unless I'm standing on a diving board. Or the side of a pool. Any...
The Surface of the Sun
This is kind of a scary day. Probably not for you. And really, it hasn't been a scary day for me either. Until this point--at 4:30pm in a small town close to the surface of the sun (that's what I've taken to calling this place)--when I sat down on the loveseat in a...
The Pankratz Family {sneak peek}
Let me start by telling you that I absolutely love taking photos at my client's homes. Some of my most favorite sessions have taken place at breath taking country ranches and farms in the vast Practically Canadian countryside. I love it. It's unique, it's personal,...
For Sale By Owner
Look at that post title. Is this seriously for real? I don't know how it can be...because last time I checked Minot is amazing and I'd like to stay forever {or at least another 5 years or so.} But they are forcing me out. In the last month's I've been closing up...
Killian {Newborn Sneak Peek}
This is Killian and his proud parents. Last week, they were kind enough to invite me in to their home to capture his first portraits. He loves dragons, his new kitty-brother Flynn, and super soft blankets made by his Nanna. He's got gorgeous deep blue eyes and...
Katie & Tim { snowy engagement sneak peek }
Everyone...I'd like you to meet Katie, Tim and Max. Max is the little one, with the brown fur and the gorgeous blue eyes. I'll be honest...when Katie told me she'd be bringing her dog to the engagement session, I expected someone a little more mature. But this was...
Stella {Newborn Photos}
This is Stella. Isn't she just about the cutest thing?? When I arrived at her house she was sound asleep in her mama's arms. Warm, snuggly, peaceful. So we laid out the soft, cozy blanket and the soft, comfy pillow. Stella laid down, sound asleep. Then I pulled...
The Addingtons { Winter Family Photos }
Many moons ago Heather bought a mini session I donated to a silent auction. Her gorgeous {and very fun} family opted to wait and use their session once we had snow...which turned out to be a pretty tall order. Even at Christmas card time we didn't have snow and I...
Emily + Author { Winter Engagement Photos }
I remember it clearly. This adorable, red-headed teenager asked if we could get together and talk. So we did. We met at Pita Pit and over sandwiches--excuse me, pitas--I got to know Emily. We talked about prom and how I couldn't get a date to save my life in high...
2015 Christmas Favorites
It's here. I know this has maybe taken too long to post up. But I'm not too apologetic. I think everyone can understand that things run a little slower in December. Among the hustle and bustle of holiday festivities, business as usual, and taking time to...
2015 Christmas Photo Samples
Hi all-- I hope you had a very merry Thanksgiving and are gearing up for a very happy Christmas...wait--did I get that backwards? Things of all kinds seem to be upside down and backwards right now. The first of the winter holidays passed by in a blissful,...
