This year we added a lot of new faces to our portrait collection – we also saw the return of quite a few familiar kid and adult faces. A few highlights: the Packers won the Superbowl, Angela graduated nursing school and got the surprise of her life, past wedding clients had babies, Christopher bought a cowboy hat and our photography business gained a little more popularity! Thanks to all who helped make 2011 such a great year for us – we hope we were able to do the same for you. We love you guys!!!

And the “Husband-of-the-Year” award goes to Christopher. For the past few months, without Angela’s knowledge, I have been working on a plan to get her two best friends in Wisconsin to pay her a surprise visit to Texas. Angela had no clue what she was in for as her graduation from nursing school was fast approaching. Her friends had not yet had the opportunity to visit her in Texas, so what perfect timing! Special thanks to all who were involved especially Angela’s mom & dad, Lisa & Joel, my mom & dad, Dorothy and Dwanald, and to Angela’s friends Bridgette and Casey, in helping me give her such a memorable graduation weekend.

Thursday, December 15th, was the ceremony officially pinning Angela as a graduate nurse and on her way to becoming a R.N. During the ceremony Angela was awarded the certificate for academic excellence with the highest GPA in the entire 2011 class. I can speak for a lot of people in saying we are so proud of her accomplishments – what a Nerd!!!

Academic Excellence - Angela scored the highest GPA in the entire TCC nursing class of 2011. PRetty unbelievable, but much deserved!!!

Friday, December 16th, we celebrated Angela’s graduation by opening our house to some guests and showering her with presents and hugs. It was so awesome to have her two best friends from Wisconsin in town to show their love and support of her. Even more, we were surrounded by some of our best and closest friends and family from Texas, who we see quite regularly.

Saturday, December 17th, we spend some time in the Fort Worth Stockyards so these Wisconsinites could experience some real cowboys. We did some shopping, checked out some sights, watched the mini cattle-drive and tried our best to decipher the thick cowtown accents – and I’m sure they were wondering what “yous guys” meant!

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Veterans Day, 2009, was a real eye opener for me. I visited the Dallas/Fort Worth International Cemetery on a cold morning to capture some photos. What I didn’t expect was the flood of emotions that followed. I began to think about all the freedoms we have in our country – freedoms that we take for granted at times. The cost of freedom is far more than what we could ever pay, yet we have men and women who pay the ultimate price every day. This day I once again pay my respects to the men and women who serve our country with their bravery, honor, and with their lives.

Get ready for something fun, exciting, dangerous, unusual.. yet inspiring. Last night our church, Grace Fellowship Church, hosted the world famous John Jacobs and the Next Generation Power Team. Pictured above are our Senior Pastors, Deborah and Joe Oakley. This outreach event was geared toward reaching those who rarely or have never attended a church, by performing some incredible stunts, but also bringing them a powerful message of hope and faith. The team also travels to high schools and middles schools across the country speaking on topics such as bullying, abuse and numerous other issues our children struggle with today. Get your “wow” face on and scroll down through the photos captured.

Our recent vacation trip was (1) much needed, (2) much needed and (3) fabulous! We  decided to go back to Destin, Florida and to the same resort where we were married in 2009. It was even more of a wonderful experience the second time around. Our room was literally 20 seconds from the beach, pool and hot tub! Now being photographers, we had no choice but to take some awesome photos for your viewing pleasure, so don’t judge us for doing a little fun work on our vacation! Enjoy and as always we welcome your comments!

February 13, 2011 we had an event at our church, Grace Fellowship Church, which we were asked to photograph. This Prophetic Gathering was definitely a Spirit led service. Pastors Olen Griffing and Kerry Kirkwood were such a true blessing to all in attendance. We had a new youth pastor ordained along with an elder and several deacons. We had such an amazing time… we were renewed and refreshed! I think we can finally say, 2011 HERE WE COME!

A couple weekends ago, I had the pleasure of attending a very special celebration, a birthday dinner party. The guest of honor, Mrs. Mary Evanich turned 80 years young. The dinner took place in Mr. David Evanich’s home – such an amazing family – everyone was so nice, caring, and you could see the love being poured out for the birthday girl. I worked along side of Bravo!! Catering and Event Planning (www.cateringbybravo.com) – they were nothing short of awesome. Thanks guys for having me document this occasion, I hope these photographs provide you many, many joyful memories for years to come.

Well, if you’re wondering where he’s been, here’s the scoop. Mr. Junior Photographer has decided to pursue his career as a professional soccer player, which, quite honestly, does not leave any time for photography within his busy schedule. Monday through Thursday – soccer practice! Saturday and Sunday – soccer games! And of course his daily job of 3rd grade. Check out some of the pics from his recent weekend with the FC Dallas Academy team.