Beautiful Family Portrait

Awesome & FUN session!

This family was soooo much fun! I couldn't wait to get these posted! When I look at these pictures.....it brings an immediate smile to my face!!!

A lot to be thankful for....

Another Thanksgiving has arrived and is coming to a close. I must admit, I have never really sat down and "documented" what I am thankful for. Although when nice things happen to me, I always say "Thank You" and "I appreciate that" or "That was so thoughtful." And when I really stop and think about the little things that are in my life that bring me happiness - it is a little overwhelming.

First and foremost, I have the most amazing, loving family. My hubby is wonderful (although every once in a while I like to gripe about him -LOL)!!! He works so hard to provide for our family - and will give the shirt off of his back for a friend in need. He is the most awesome daddy and would do anything for his son. He is so supportive of me - and even though I can be a little dramatic at times - he is always there to hold my hand (or put me back in my place) when needed! I love that about him! He rocks!

And my son Ty. Wow....what can I say. The love of a child is the best gift anyone can have. He is so innocent, so spontanious, and keeps me on my toes. I am so thankful for his health, smiles, the pitter patter of his feet running down the hallway, when he asks me where the sunshine is when it's a cloudy day, how excited he gets when I tell him he can go wake daddy up, how he says "I love you MORE," how he shares toys & food with his dog, how much he loves sports, all the baseball players names he knows, how he calls me his girlfriend, how much he likes donuts, how he tells me "mommy, hold you" (which means he wants me to hold him), and when he gives me the biggest hugs in the world.

There are so many more things I could share....but these popped out at me as I was typing. I am so thankful to have these moments with him.

I am also blessed with the most amazing friends. I truly believe God brings people into our lives for a purpose - and I am truly surrounded by the most caring, trusting, and loving friends ever.

And I am so thankful for my photography business. Again.....I truly believe God has sent people to have their pictures taken with me for a reason. Every person, every family, every situation, has a story. And whether it be a baby's newborn picture, a baby's 1st birthday, or the first time an extended family has been together in years, or it's time for the family to have a picture because they haven't done it in forever, or a new daddy is getting sent to Iraq to serve our wonderful country.........it's sooooo important to record the "here and now." We can never go back and get those moments again. I keep thinking about that song by Kenny Chesney called "Don't Blink" (it's on my playlist if you want to hear it). The message behind that song is that you better enjoy every little thing about your children....because before you know it....they will be all grown up. So when I take pictures of your children, your family, or your senior high schooler......I can promise you that those thoughts are going through my head. Because what I am giving you are more than just pictures.....they are memories......to be shared for generations, upon generations to come. So I am thankful that God has blessed me with the emotion that I carry with me behind the lens.

Please take time to stop and smell the roses......be thankful for the little things in your life.......don't be quick to judge........don't sweat the small stuff (it's just stuff!!!!).....always extend your hand, because you may be picking someone up who needs help.....give to those less fortunate.....and remember to always say I love you to your friends and family.....you never know if it could be your last chance.....do something nice for someone, and don't ask for anything in return - only ask that person to pay it forward to someone else.....let the circle of love grow.

Happy Thanksgiving! Thank YOU for being a part of my life! And thank you for reading this post!

Brandi :)

Long, Overdue picture update!

This Fall has been a blast....I've had some AWESOME sessions! Just wanted to thank everyone for giving me the opportunity to capture your family or child.....each and every one of you are so important to me - you are not clients to me, but friends. Thank you again for your trust in me!

P.S. If you don't see your child/family on here.....stay tuned....more to come!

No Tricks & Lots of Treats!

FREEZE! DON'T MOVE! Well, if Ty doesn't make it to the majors in baseball....I'm pretty sure he has another career choice in mind! Hope everyone had a great Halloween!

Didn't make it to the doc today!

Ty and I are sick.....so we had to cancel Ty's appointment today. Thank you everyone for your thoughts and prayers for us! We will be rescheduling his appointment - so I will be sure to keep you posted on what happens!

Upcoming Doctor Visit

Well, this upcoming Monday Ty has a follow-up appointment with his urologist from Children's Mercy. They are going to do another ultra-sound on his bladder/kidney area. He has what's called "Bladder Reflux." Basically, when he goes to the bathroom and the urine leaves his bladder....some of the urine doesn't expel like it should and it goes back up into his bladder. This causes bladder infections (which is very uncommon for little boys). The long term effect is kidney damage. The doctor is hoping that Ty will have "grown out of it" by now....which is why we are having the test done again to see if it's gotten any better. Ty is scared to death of doctors.....so I am NOT looking forward to this visit.

Keep us in your prayers......cause Ty's mommy doesn't do well at the doctor's office either when Ty gets really upset. It totally stresses me out. But I am going to keep my thoughts on a family I know who's 5 month old just had heart surgery yesterday. Baby Slayton is doing really well post-surgery today. The strength this family has is remarkable. Please keep them in your prayers as well. What a fighter!!!

Cowboy Take Me Away!

So in love

Pumpkin Patch Fun!

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You know Ty is thinking...."Mom, please, I'm a big boy....why are you making me do this??!!"
Ty and Uncle Clint
He is the such a preppy farmer, isn't he?
Bridget and Adelyn

We went to the pumpkin patch with our very good friends! We had a great time!

Props can be so much fun!

The "accessories" in these pictures weren't planned.....during the middle of our session, these children found my props and started playing around. It made for some cute pictures! It's soooooo in the moment!

Heartbreakers

Sweet 6 month old

Fabulous session, fabulous friends!

Another Great Fall Festival!

The weather couldn't have been better for the Fall Festival this year! It was a busy 3 day event...and I handed out a lot of business cards! I thought it would be fun to show you what my booth looked like!

Hey Brooke....here they are!

Here is gorgeous Brooke......I can't believe she is a Senior already! I have many favorite images from her session....but the first picture ROCKS!