In honor of Valentine's here's two Valentine's who will be welcoming a third lil lover very very soon. After living with these two for a whole year, I'm so excited Jemma is going to grow up with lots of jokes, big laughter, random dance parties (her momma and daddy can shake their groove thang), really, really, nommytown, delish home cooked food, deep conversations, Saturday morning cartoons, snuggling (lots and lots of snuggling), space to be honest, true listening, conflict

This wedding holds HEAPS of specialness to me. Not only do I love this woman and her family DEARLY, but this day was a flood of feels. I can't really articulate all of them, but I was a foggy mist most of this day, a tragedy in the middle of such sweet celebration and a celebration so full of joy in the midst of deep pain. Longings, so many longings for this sweet bride, her husband, and family. I admire so many things about this family, but witnessing them grieve and celebra

There is magic in a wedding day, and that magic just flourishes when two people are so in love it's palpable. Rachel and Christopher's day was one of those beautiful, magical days. And of all days, it was Valentine's Day. There were no cliche chocolate boxes or irreverent build cards. Nope, it was sweet, simple love between a lady and her man. And these two were just plain FUN! It's no wonder they were in love. Rachel is spunky and Christopher is steady, but sweetly willing t

On a crisp winter day, one of my childhood friends, Drew, married the love of his life, Melissa. It was a sweet ceremony and reception of family and friends. So many moments during this day were so beautiful. It is such an honor to capture significant memories for people you love and have watched grow. It's a privilege to see the man and husband Drew has grown into, and it's been a delight to get to know Melissa. Witnessing their wedding and the intimate moments was a gift, a

"Love is a touch of friendship and a handful of dreams." R. M. Drake One fresh, autumn morning I arrived at Woodsen and Danica's to peer into their morning routine and tiny home. I was paid in sourdough pancakes that were out of this world (Woodsen's family recipe). As unique as their names, their tiny home mathes their gentle disposition and sense of rare adventure. My peek was one I was privileged to behold. They've made a lovely space in the woods, just high enough above t