Well it has sure been a while.

This summer flew by.  And I can't believe school has already started again! Our summer was filled with camping, traveling, visiting, celebrating, renovating, adventuring, building, floating, and grilling.  We enjoyed every minute, and were so blessed by many moments with sweet friends and family.

And so the new school year begins.  With the buzz of new school supplies winding down, and my students settling into their new routines and classroom "family," I am finally finding some moments to sit and reflect on some things.  I am so grateful for the chance to spend time with young souls and walk through learning together.  I am grateful for the parents, who trust me with their pride & joys each day.  I am grateful for the smiling faces each morning, and for the hugs goodbye in the afternoon.  I am grateful for an entire team of parents, teachers, administrators, and volunteers who work so hard every day to change the lives of the next generation.  

I am grateful for the gifts that the Lord has given me, to not only be able to share knowledge and discovery with the young souls He created, but also to be able to capture images of His beautiful creation through my lens. I would not be where I am without the encouragement of my loving husband, who has been here for me every step of the way; through every tear, smile, decision, fear, success, and failure.  I am also grateful for the support of beautiful women of Christ who speak truth into my life each and every day. I am so encouraged by the women I have met this year in the photography realm, and I am so excited for what the next year will bring.  I am so blessed, and although I don't know how to express it sometimes, but I am forever grateful. 

I have to be honest, I have been avoiding the blogosphere for a while (it's something I'm working on...).  But to the best of my ability, I'm coming back!  Stay tuned for some beautiful babies, families, and my first ever styled wedding shoot.  Until then, have a wonderful week!  And go out and hug someone you are grateful for, you never know when it might be just what they need :)