Earlier this week I had the pleasure of photographing Abby who recently turned one! She is a beautiful little girl with the sweetest smile. I will say that she made me work for these photos…she wasn’t her usual happy self as she’s working on cutting several teeth and who can blame her…I sure wouldn’t be happy if I had a bunch of teeth breaking through my gums…I don’t even like a cleaning at the dentist…so she’s go my sympathy! Once she did cheer up and smile…she had me…I just melt when little ones give you a beautiful and natural smile…it’s the best! So, here are some previews of our session…and thanks to her mom, Kristin and her aunt, Kerry…we had a successful session!
Back home again and it’s great to be back, I sure missed home, my husband, our dog and of course, my granddaughter! California was wonderful…not quite as warm as I would have hoped for, but you won’t hear me complaining, I still enjoyed my time there and especially having the opportunity to meet and get to know Kamie and John. The family session (previous post) was perfect to get acquainted before the wedding, even if the weather wasn’t quite what we would have wanted.
The wedding was beautiful and I don’t think they could have had a better day that week…the weather was ideal…comfortable temperature, no wind, no fog and best of all, no rain…just about perfect! Of course, it wouldn’t have mattered to John and Kamie what the weather was, because at the end of the day they became “Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler!”
I was honored to be asked to photography their special day and it was my pleasure to meet their family and friends…who were all so kind and a pleasure to visit with. I must say that a couple of people stand out from that evening…Cash, who was the ring bearer…he was a character…such personality and I was impressed that at his young age, he didn’t think twice about walking down the aisle…he was great! Another individual would be Cash’s mom, Brandi, who was VERY pregnant (and had been in the hospital with contractions the day before!)…and she did it all and on the dance floor, WOW…I give her the award for the most time on the dance floor!! Kamie sent me a note today and said that Brandi is still waiting for the newest family member to arrive…but that it will be any day…I must say, I truly expected her to deliver that night after all she did that day! Brandi gave a very touching speech/toast to Kamie and John…it is obvious that they have been great friends and have been there for each other through thick and thin! And, the best man, Dan, also gave a heartfelt toast and wished both Kamie and John the best for years to come.
Here’s a sample of some of the events that wonderful evening at Tom Hams Lighthouse on Shelter Island in San Diego…great couple, family, friends and beautiful location…
CONGRATULATIONS JOHN and KAMIE
I also would like to thank my brother, Scott Hege, for being such a great assistant…I couldn’t have done half the job without him! It was the first wedding he’d “worked” at and although he said it was a bit nerve wracking at times, he said it was a blast and he also enjoyed meeting everyone!
Greetings from sunny southern California! It’s been really nice since I’ve arrived and even the cooler (and one wet) days are still wonderful! I do love the sunshine and am crossing my fingers that by the time I arrive back home, there’s more sun and warmer temperatures!
It’s been a fun visit so far…time with my mom, my sisters and brother were here over the weekend and we had a great time together…family is so important and I’m glad we made the time to spend together. My brother and I will drive back with my mom to her home in Spokane at the end of the week.
So, a little work thrown in with some vacation time…and that’s just a perfect mix! Sunday afternoon I had the pleasure of meeting Kamie and John, whose wedding I’ll be photographing this coming Saturday. Kamie’s family joined us and we had a fun family session…despite a bit of wind and cooler than it had been, but still great. My brother joined me…as he’ll be my assistant at the wedding and it was a fun way to get acquainted with Kamie, John and her family…all wonderful people and I look forward to Saturday and sharing in their big day!
Here are some shots from that afternoon…
RIGHT after this shot, the water rushed up, and they all had to quickly scramble to get out of the way…we thought we were in a “safe zone” but the surf had other ideas!!
The girls…Kamie, Christy, Kara and Halee…
Dad and Mom…Dennis and Jodi…with the crew all behind them…goofing around!
Josh, the only boy with three sisters…and his wife Christy
The guys…John, Dennis and Josh…they were all so serious…come on guys you have to lighten up and give me some smiles for the wedding this weekend!! :~)
John and Kamie…a walk on the beach…soon, they’ll be “Mr. and Mrs.” and walking off into wedded bliss!
Thank you, Kamie and John for asking me to share in such a special time in your lives! I look forward to Saturday…I’ll see you then!