A short lesson in hoarfrost...

I spent a very chilly morning with a wonderful couple and I am really excited for their winter wedding. I am really not a huge fan of snow and cold and, well, most things winter related, but I was so excited to wake up the morning of their photos to see hoarfrost on all of the trees, and I knew Renee would be THRILLED.

She, unlike me, is a big fan of winter, and from what I hear, a fantastic figure skater. I am not going to reveal too many details about Renee and Blain's wedding, so that you can watch for their wedding photos, but let me just say that I had to make a call to my mom to find out if I have any skates hidden away at their house somewhere.

And for those who are wondering, here is a short lesson in hoarfrost:
It is the white ice crystals that form on trees, branches, wires, poles, etc. that form on cold, clear nights when the temperature of the object is lower than that of the air. I think I have that right...

Why is it called hoarfrost you may ask...

Hoar-frost first turns up in written English in 1290 as hore frost. Strictly speaking, hoar-frost is the kind of frost that turns everything it forms upon white or gray. Due to the fact that hair turns gray with age, things that are white or gray are often associated with old age and this is the original sense of hoar.

This is taken from Take Our Word For It, in case you were wondering, or want to check out some other old, strange sayings and words.

So, with that in mind, on to a few of my favorites from our chilly morning!


Winter Wonderland...


Is this a figure skating move? I used to figure skate - more years ago than I want to say, but the way that Renee is standing with one foot turned like this reminds me of skating, or maybe ballet...


This one is my most favorite - LOVE IT!


Renee and Blain - I am really looking forward to your special day, and all of the fun that I KNOW it will be. You disks are just about ready, I will be getting them to you soon.

I really like scarves...

Just sayin... I like scarves in pictures...

Anyway, here is a fun couple and their pup Mia - this was a just because it's Christmas soon session.

I am a bit overwhelmed with all of my work to do, so without further ado here are some of my favorite pics...


This was our secret to get Mia to pay attention, JERKY! YUM!

Cameron looking pretty fantastic...

Alisha looking SO STUNNING! Look at those eyes!



A little attitude... (with a scarf) love it...




YUMMMM! One of my favorites...



Thanks you two - I had a great time! Alisha, I am actually just about done all of them, so I'll be talking to you really soon, Jenn

Nicole & Darren

Here is a link to the early sneak peek that I posted for Nicole & Darren and a scary horse story... p.s. check out the ring!
Early Sneak Peek
So, let me start off by saying that I have met my fair share of organized people, and I consider myself to be among the ones who are pretty well organized. Nicole and Darren have shown me that there is a whole other level of organization that I have NEVER encountered before. I am SO impressed! I got an e-mail from Nicole several weeks ago wanting to book wedding photos for the middle of October - well, I thought that they meant this year and was thinking that it was pretty last minute. Turns out, they are getting married next October and already have everyone booked! Deposits paid, decorations decided and bought, every detail is worked out, the whole thing is planned and I can't wait! It is going to be absolutely stunning.

I know Nicole's attention to detail is impressive because I mentioned only once that I have a particular liking for the Chai Latte at Starbucks, and I have been greeted by them with happy smiles and a warm latte on more than one occasion! I couldn't ask for better clients! How do I get so lucky? I LOVE IT!

I know that Nicole is excited to see these, so without further ado, here are some of my favorite pics. from our evening out! It was cold and I was glad to be able to wear a warm sweater.

Yummy sunset light...


I thought this one was so cute...


This is one of my favs...


Another fav, look at the eyes!


Nicole & Darren,
I still have a bit of editing to do, but I will let you know the second I am done with the rest of your photos.

You'll have to wait until after Christmas...

So, I had a FANTASTIC time taking photos of Kim, Jerod and their sweet pup Meeka a few weeks ago. They were SO MUCH FUN! I love people who are up for anything, and they were. There are a lot of capital letters in this so far, I feel strongly about it ;) ... Anyway, they have asked that I do not post a preview until after Christmas, at which time it will really be a post-view, but anyway, I thought that it would be safe to just post one of Meeka because I really like her...

Here she is... she's so cute!

Kim & Jerod,
Hope you are having a great weekend and talk to you soon!