Wildwood Inn Wedding in Denton

I absolutely loved this country wedding at the Wildwood Inn. Take a look at some highlights from the day and let me know what you think! :)

Preview of Jennifer & Allen's State Fair Anniversary Session

So remember when I did that contest over the summer for the couple who got the most votes on their photo? Here's your winner! We met at the State Fair for photos of their first wedding anniversary. I hadn't been to the Fair in years and I really want to go back now. There are so many opportunities for vibrant backgrounds and there's so much going on, so if you want a session there before it closes, let me know quick!

Jennifer is one of my favorite clients. From the very first time she booked with me last November, she has been such a sweetheart and whenever any special event happens in her family, she always calls. I really am thankful to have that trust and support from her. She and her husband, Allen worked so hard to win the contest for this free session. I hope y'all love the images! For now, here's a sneak peek to hold you over :)

Princess & Life

It was nine years and 10 months ago that I first laid eyes on her. She fit in the palms of my eleven-year-old hands and squirmed and shook and sniffed. She was going to be mine if I wanted her. As a birthday present, my mom got me a puppy. I was told I could choose between her or her brother, Chewbacca. Unlike her brother, she didn't yet have a name. I chose her quick and named her Princess, true to the nature of my 6th grade heart. 

She doesn't fit in the palm of my hands anymore, but she still fits in my arms. Her nine-pound little body still shakes and squirms and sniffs.

Last weekend as I left my mom's house for my apartment, I reminded my family that we're going to celebrate Princess' 10th birthday in a few weeks. I've ordered her a gift and I'm shopping for a puppy cake. No, I don't always do this. It's the first time I will really celebrate her birthday, but I just want to. I just love her. My first years as a pet owner were no good. But with each year that's passed, I grew more responsible and more in love with her.

I leave Princess every Sunday night when I leave for Denton. I say goodbye knowing that each week she gets older. I got bad news Monday. Princess wasn't walking. She wouldn't stand up to go outside when my mom called for her, and when my mom got home from work she found her laying at the foot of my bed, like she does at the beginning of each new semester when I move back to Denton. She took her to the vet and the truth is hitting me harder now. Her age is starting to show and we're going to have to take some precautions to preserve her health. 

It's hard not to feel completely defeated right now, but I'll just have to remember that  she's in good hands. As you can imagine, I'm extra eager to see her tomorrow. And I'll celebrate her birthday in 11 days, celebrate the day I met her in 46, and celebrate the day I got to bring her home in 66. 

Pamela + Nelson: Wedding Part II

I left off on Pamela and Nelson's wedding blog post  with Pamela reaching the end of the aisle. Here are some more images from their Dallas wedding day at the historic Warwick Melrose Hotel and reception at the original Dallas Trulucks in Uptown.

 The picture below is one of my favorite images of the day.

 Isn't this a cool picture? Nichole took it!