She had other plans--- big plans. But one night, Kierstie met Steve while hanging out with mutual friends. They chatted and laughed and thought "he/she will be a good friend". And then she called him to help her learn to play something on her guitar. And now they're getting married. And those plans? They were good ones, but not as good as what's coming to them in May.
Congratulations you two, and thanks for a wonderful engagement session on Saturday night!
1. Legoland has VIP parking for anyone who drives a Volvo. Sweet!
2. Househunting is not for the faint of heart.
3. Putting an offer in on a house is exciting and terrifying at the same time.
4. Every girl needs a weekend away with a friend occasionally.
5. Having your oldest turn six is even more unbelievable than having your oldest turn five.
6. There's a great place in Mesa, AZ called Crackers where I would love to have lunch every day.
7. When you're away from your family for a couple of days, you appreciate them so much more when you return home.
8. I Am Legend is a totally terrifying movie.
9. A sprig off of the orange tree that is bursting with blossoms will infuse a kitchen with intoxicating goodness.
10. Any engagement session that ends like this is an awesome engagement session:
Woot! I love it!!! LOL. That was so fun. Thanks for the great weekend! Already planning our next one. :)
(03.09.10 @ 11:02 AM)Wait!! I want to see more! :)
(03.09.10 @ 04:14 PM)I'm out of here! Headed to Phoenix to see Jen and photograph Steve and Kierstie's engagement photos. I'll return voicemails and emails upon my return on Monday. Happy weekend!
Last Friday, I photographed Chris and Stacey- excited expecting parents. 36 hours later, their little peanut arrived, almost 4 weeks early. I was ecstatic to receive a VIP pass to visit him at his casita today and take some newborn pictures. He's such a peach! So sweet, and with the most beautiful eyes.
Congratulations to my friends on his healthy and safe and completely unexpected arrival.
Oh Rach! How sweet are these...and THAT CRADLE?! Didn't you say your grandfather made it? Can I commission him to make one for me? Absolutely divine. Love love love these.
(03.04.10 @ 11:17 PM)Absolutely adore the first one... and the rest are a pretty close second!
(03.04.10 @ 11:22 PM)I am thrilled to get these fantastic pictures of Chris, Stacey and little Jakob, our new little great-grandson. i have never seen "newborn" pictures like these --- the poses you chose are especially adorable. I can hardly wait to come down and see our new little "Birk family" --- .until then, you can bet I will treasure these pictures.....he is so beautiful! Thank you for sharing.
(03.05.10 @ 10:06 AM)What an angel! I am in love...!
(03.05.10 @ 12:13 PM)What great pics. Congratulations to the new family. This is going to be a wonderful chapter in your lives. Enjoy every minutes.....they go fast!! Love to all...
(03.05.10 @ 12:25 PM)Very Cute! So glad he's healthy. Can't wait to meet him this summer!!
(03.05.10 @ 08:58 PM)Congratulations to you and your cute little family!! He's such a sweetie! The pictures are so adorable and will be such a precious treasure. Enjoy every minute of your time with Jakob. This time will always be one of your most special memories. Lots of Love from the Ohio Sniders!
(03.09.10 @ 07:51 PM)
They are such a cute couple, stunning photos!
(03.09.10 @ 09:38 PM)How on earth did you find such a great location??? Fantastic, Rachel. Love it..love them!! Nice work :)
(03.09.10 @ 09:42 PM)Oh My goodness!!! I love these! I love love love the plane pics!!!
(03.09.10 @ 09:54 PM)Ahhh! I LOVE them. So, so great! Thank you my dear friend! Can't wait to show the happy couple!
(03.09.10 @ 11:03 PM)I love these images and the location! You've been rocking Rachel!
(03.09.10 @ 11:10 PM)Gorgeous photos. And LOVE this location.
(03.09.10 @ 11:33 PM)you GO woman!! love these... that location is awesome!
(03.10.10 @ 12:27 AM)Love the bokeh from the fountain. Lovely photo's.
(03.10.10 @ 09:12 AM)Woman!! These are gorgeous! The locations, the vintage cameras...so fun! What a darling couple :)
(03.10.10 @ 10:28 AM)very cool location...nice work Rachel. inspiring.
(03.10.10 @ 03:05 PM)lovely images..fun location...great light...yes, inspiring!
(03.10.10 @ 06:21 PM)