Don’t miss out!!! This is the only time of year I do these – if you’re thinking about trying out a lifestyle session now is the time!
Details can be found here.
Destination Lifestyle Family Photographer, Destination Wedding Photographer
Traveling Boutique Photography Experience
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And… its Fall!!! Time for family photos. Are you ready for something FUN and DIFFERENT?! Think bubbles, balloons, children in wagons, picnics, tickling, wrestling, and any other crazy ideas you have as a family. Make your photos this year be all about YOU. What: 30 minute mini session, 10-12 proofs in an online gallery, 5 fully edited, high resolution digital files, 10% off wall prints & holiday cards Date: Oct. 21st & 22nd times TBD – plan on evening Where: Oct 21st in Salt Lake City -urban, Oct. 22nd – field in the Lehi/American Fork area – country Investment: $300 How it works: Email or call me with the date/location you are interested in (use the contact link above). We’ll chat about clothing choices, how crazy awesome your family is, what your favorites things to do are, and we’ll get it set up. I’ll take care of the crazy props, unless there is something specifically yours that you’d like to include in the session. So, RELAX. Photos should be FUN. Let me help make this year one of your favorites! And because no post is complete without photos, let me show you some of our craziness as documented by the amazing Kara Elmore at the Utah State Fair last night (I’m photographing HER family Friday night. yippeee!!):
Now that school is in, the weather is turning pleasant (as opposed to crazy hot), I’ve been able to look back over the last 3 months of summer and have decided it was the best summer I’ve ever had. I miss it already. From the beginning, I took the advice of a friend and created a simple schedule for us. I need structure, and in order to make sure I spent time with my kids (and not all on work) we scheduled in an activity everyday from 12-3pm. Mon- cleaning & errands, Tues- adventure day, Wed- water day, Thurs- library day, Friday- Friend day. Plus, I tried to do an activity (art, games, whatever) with just my older 2 during the baby’s morning nap. It was wonderful!! I LOVED spending set apart, qualified time with my kids. Definitely going to do this again next summer. So, here’s a recap of some of those adventures, plus all of our family craziness!! June– involved putting grass & flower beds in the backyard. Hooray!! We’ve been waiting and working for this for 2.5 years. Followed closely by a backyard pizza BBQ! Blowing bubbles, rainy Father’s Day, crawling baby – finally on her hands & knees, swimming, mud, & backyard play!
July – 4th of July BBQ & parade at G&G’s, fireworks, BIG camping trip by Tibble Fork Reservoir with grandparents, cousins, and Aunt Barbie & Uncle Josh in from Chicago! Sam’s 100 miles of nowhere, My first 50 mile ride, Hogle Zoo trip, watercolors, and more playing in the new backyard.
August – walking baby!!! 15 months old, getting into everything, cutest thing EVER. A couple of trips to Jungle Jim’s, more playing in the backyard, and Andrew turned 4 years old! He knew EXACTLY what he was getting since that’s all he’s talked about for MONTHS ,(Imaginext air craft carrier) so we wrapped up a small box with a treasure map and made him go hunt for it. It was awesome. And I admit that making my kids’ birthday cakes is one of my favorite things to do. I go all out. 🙂 P.S. I’m pretty sure we’ve played MouseTrap almost every day. It’s now trumped SORRY! as the kids’ favorite game.
And how did I forget?!! Ahhhh!! I did my first 100 mile bike ride. WAHOOOOOO!!! There were a few of us from Sam’s office – the unofficial Kynetx team – but mostly I rode with my honey. It was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done, but SO happy I did it!
Just edited this one and had to post it. LOVE.
Gorgeous summer wedding in the avenues of Salt Lake City. Love the view!
Parmesan Crusted Baked Zucchini Sticks Zucchini Carbonara – this looks delicious! Baked Zucchini with Mozzarella – had these last night. YUM. Zucchini Fritters – on the menu for early next week Zucchini Bake with Feta & Thyme – on the menu for early next week Breaded & Fried – dip in an egg, coat in bread crumbs, and then fried in a pan over the stove Chicken & Zucchini Casserole – I didn’t have yellow squash, but used zucchini & carrots. Tasted great. Zucchini Frittata – on the menu for Saturday night Chocolate Zucchini Bread– I’ve done plain, and w/chocolate chips, but never just chocolate. Excited to try this one. Zucchini Cookie Sandwiches – Jeremy just posted this early this week and I’m dying to try them. Blueberry Zucchini Muffins – I’m a sucker for muffins. Zucchini Marinara Subs – like this twist on meatball sandwiches. Planning on adding in a few meatballs to make it non-vegetarian. Grilled Garden Salad– still waiting for my corn to come in for this Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Rolls – not sure I’m brave enough to try these – lol Garden Chowder (originally discovered at Zupas and one of our favorites) – 2 medium zucchini chopped, 1 med onion chopped, 2 T fresh parsley, 1 t dried basil, 1/3 c butter. 1/3 c flour, 1 t salt, 1/4 t pepper, 3 c chicken broth, 1 t lemon juice, 2-3 tomatoes diced, 1 can evaporated milk, 1 can corn, 1/3 c Parmesan cheese grated, 2 c shredded cheddar cheese. Saute zucchini, onion, parley & basil in butter until tender. Stir in flour, salt & pepper. Gradually stir in chicken broth. Add lemon juice. Mix well. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, milk & corn; bring to a boil. Reduce head, cover & simmer for 5 minutes or until corn is tender. Just before serving, stir in cheeses until melted. Added to spaghetti sauce w/meatballs & pasta Add to stir fry Skewered & grilled with steak, potatoes, tomatoes, onions Zucchini Lasagna – don’t have a specific recipe, but easy enough to find Season w/rosemary & olive oil, grill with onions, peppers & sweet potatoes in a grill basket Zucchini Pasta Toss – Heat some oil in a wok, add 1-2 cloves crushed garlic. Slice zucchini then saute in oil until cooked. Add cooked pasta plus basil, oregano, and balsamic vinegar. Serve with crumbled feta cheese or Parmesan. Zucchini Bars – 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 1 cup vegetable oil, 3 eggs, 2 cups Gold Medal® all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 2 cups shredded zucchini (about 2 medium), 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans, 48 pecan halves, if desired ( I didn’t use the pecans), Browned Butter Frosting 1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 15x10x1-inch pan with shortening or spray with cooking spray.
I love how dynamic these two are! We decided to incorporate their love of the outdoors & rollerblading into their session and I’m so glad we did. Thanks for a great time!
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it is WONDERFUL to see your family! Your yard looks beautiful. Looks like a great summer.
Wow! Looks like a very eventful and fun summer. Beautiful photographs!