Saturday, October 5, 2013

Neeley Family | Richmond, KY | 10.5.13


Boy. Oh Boy. OH BOY!  As a matter of fact... there were three of them in assorted sizes.  :)  

We shouldn't have been surprised that the Neeley boys seemed to find fun in everything and that their energy levels were practically unending.  (Let's just say that it's a good thing they live on a farm with wide open spaces!)  All seven of us loaded up and caravaned through the woods to a special spot for some family pictures.  Mr. Chuck, Gaige, and Logan led the way on a four-wheeler.  Mrs. Nicole and I followed on a souped-up cart, with Kay and Brody standing in back, hanging on to the roll bar.  Needless to say... Kay and I loved every minute of it, so we were grinning like crazy people the whole way.  And rightly so - I mean, isn't Kentucky beautiful?  


You can tell these three are true farm boys...gotta love the dirty knees - and it only took 10 minutes!  :)








What's a photoshoot without a little adventure - like digging up some old bones?   :)




Love this one!


“Son” (sun) n. [ME] 1. A collector of treasures and heroes 
2. A source of found objects in laundry (e.g., rocks, twigs, etc.)  
3.  His father’s pride and his mother’s heart.  SYN. An adventure (ad-ven-cher)











"Half the time when brothers wrestle,              
            it’s just an excuse to hug each other.”
                                                                                                  James Patterson



We really got the better end of the deal for this photoshoot... we got to spend time with friends!  Thanks for letting us document this season of your adventure in bringing up boys, Mr. Chuck and Mrs. Nicole!

Jill & Kay

P.S.  We don’t think we will ever lose the image we have of your boys coming through the church foyer and Dad wrestling with them ... and those little high pitch squeals!  :)  Great memories!

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

King Family | Richmond, KY | 9.25.13


Introducing the sweetest little fella! Already 6 months old! Uncovering Grayson from his car seat, we learned from his mom and dad that he had just NOT gotten his nap out.  But this little man was a joy, even though a bit later he was soooooo sleepy that he could barely hold his eyes open. :) It was a delight for us to spend some time with this sweet family (and especially his proud Grandmother Joy!) and celebrate their miracle! Grayson is truly a gift beyond measure!






"I will praise You,
for I am fearfully 
and wonderfully made."  
                                              Psalm 139:14



"Let's begin...          
by taking a smallish nap
                  or two."   
                                                            Winnie the Pooh


  These are some serious beautiful big blue eyes!



Instant love. A favorite!






"Sometimes the smallest things
 take up the most room in your heart."  
                               Winnie the Pooh 






Tyler and Marie, very obviously, you adore this little one.  Your smiles say it all!  Thank you for allowing us to spend a little time with you!

Jill & Kay

Saturday, September 21, 2013

SENIOR 2014: Logan | Richmond, KY | 9.21.13


Already, I was excited about our trip to Kentucky.  But I was especially excited because this also happens to be the senior year of a good friend of mine (ours)! So basically, I didn't give Logan a choice - whether he wanted it or not, Jill and I WERE going to take his senior pictures!  (So glad his mom and dad agreed with me!)  :)  

Logan, we're proud of who the Lord is creating you to be.  You are an incredible example to the people around you as you seek to follow Christ.  Excited to see you living a life committed and connected to what matters most!



Sometimes we wish you could see what is going on in the background. Like trying to keep the neighbor's exceptionally friendly dog from making an appearance in the pictures.  Makes for fun memories!




We've been trying to get an Armstrong family picture for 6 years!  Mission accomplished!  :)





A definite favorite...



Loving the bowtie! 




"If Jesus is truly living in me, 
I won't be able to hide Him."
                        [Matthew 5:15]


I really think we had the best end of this deal.  A photo session and supper!  Doesn't get much better than that!  Time with you all reminds us of things to treasure and celebrate, especially family and friendship.  

Thanks Armstrong family for a great evening!  We love you all!

Kay (& Jill)
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Hope we remind you of your finest things so you can treasure, savor and celebrate them! - See more at: http://www.melaniemauer.com/memory/#sthash.Jc7x6ZlB.dpuf

Hope we remind you of your finest things so you can treasure, savor and celebrate them! - See more at: http://www.melaniemauer.com/memory/#sthash.Jc7x6ZlB.dpuf
Hope we remind you of your finest things so you can treasure, savor and celebrate them! - See more at: http://www.melaniemauer.com/memory/#sthash.Jc7x6ZlB.dpuf
Hope we remind you of your finest things so you can treasure, savor and celebrate them! - See more at: http://www.melaniemauer.com/memory/#sthash.Jc7x6ZlB.dpuf