It goes a little something like this...

It was a hard decision but, it was one that she had to make. She didn't want to leave, to Detroit that is, but she felt it's where she needed to go and being the believer that she is, she was obedient and went. We kept in contact here and there. We shared quick texts, phone calls, and ichats just to check in and make sure all was well. Few months passed. Then half a year went by. She shared all sorts of news with us and although we missed her terribly, we were happy she was accomplishing so much and knew she was where she needed to be. Then, one day...I remember it well. We were ichatting when she shared that...SHE MET SOMEONE. We were all like "for realz"! No, it wasn't like just anyone, it was like THE ONE according to her. Feeling a little skeptical and overprotective of my darling little sister in law (she's 2 months older than me but very petite, but older than me. Did I mention she's older than me? Boowahahahah!). Back to the story. On one of her trips down to the M.I.A. she brought back a little bit of Detroit with her, Mr. Nate. The family (very big and mischievous) totally gave him a hard time but, welcomed him with open arms. Shortly after, on my birthday to be exact, he popped the question! We were so happy for them and to tell you the truth, we love him. They came down last week for a quick visit and some wedding planning so we took advantage and did their engagement session. We had a great time playing dress up and getting kicked out of locations but, the evening went by way to quick. We're hoping to get part II of this session in Detroit (woot woot). I'm excited! We don't have much time though, they'll be getting married this summer!

Laly and Nate, I'm so happy for you guys. I pray wonderful blessing on your relationship and soon to be marriage. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of this special time in your lives. God bless you guys always;)
And...here they are!

It Just Shows

Sometimes, while I'm on the computer working on my sessions, I'm so into what I'm doing that I practically relive the session all over again. While in la-la land, my kids ask me quite often "why are you smiling"? I tell them "because I love my work". This is so very true about me. I L.O.V.E M.Y. W.O.R.K. I love the experience of getting to know people in a different level, especially if I already "knew" them. I love making them laugh and helping them break out of that "I'm just not photogenic" shell that's wrapped around them before coming into the session. I love the expressions on their faces when they see themselves in the images and say "Wow, I really like how I/we look there". Its such an awesome feeling. My main goal while shooting is to make sure my pics come out as perfect as possible straight out of the camera but, sometimes a little tweek gets done here and there in my post processing. Although it involves a few extra steps, it allows me to dissect every image one by one, letting me soak it all in yet once again. I enjoy the process from the beginning to the very end. My passion for photography is so overwhelmingly satisfying to me that I can't help but smile, it just shows.

Here's the sneak peek I promised you of Junior and Keziah's engagement. Late but hey, cut me some slack;)