Christmas on the Farm

I can not believe Christmas is in 5 short days! As a child I remember Christmas being such a magical time. We had an old fashioned Christmas. The wood stove was warm and toasty, the tree was adorned in vintage and handmade ornaments, the house smelled amazing from all the festive cooking and baking and the room always lit up with the laughter of loved ones. The animals outside were all cozy in the barn with their blankets of hay. Icicles glistened from our old white house, the barn and all the other sheds where we played. Mom and dad always put up Christmas lights and it truly was a winter wonder land. My brothers and I pretended it was a magical place and we played for hours outside in the dark. I don't ever remember the cold bothering us. But we were kids! And now that I have my own children I hope they feel the same way about Christmas. Although time seems to pass way too quickly I hope they enjoy every moment and will cherish those memories like I did. Here are just some images from everyday life on the farm. Although we don't have snow and ice all the time, it was so beautiful outside the other day while doing chores so I had to take out the big camera. Most of the time if we have some winter precipitation its just snow. But it had iced and the cattle had beautiful icy blankets covering their backs. I hope you enjoy these images and I wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New year! God bless!

Baby T {newborn session}

So it seems like it's been forever since I have made a blog post! I need to update more but time gets away from me! We are already moving through August and soon it will be time for 2016 fall and winter sessions. I am excited for those! I like the cool weather. ;) Anyway this little guys session was so much fun. I love that his family and I both share the love for cattle, farm life and the great outdoors! He was perfect in every way. Such a dream to photograph. I can't wait to watch this little fella grow as we progress through his first year! <3 Enjoy!

R + K {Maternity Session}

Wow! It has been over a 1/2 year since I have posted anything! The holidays are always a busy time for us. Of course we have to add in hunting season...I have spent several nights in the hospital from my health issues I am still battling...We have been busy calving and working on my barn plans. We have lost a few loved ones and been dealing with our crazy Missouri weather daily! I hope you all have had a great 2016 and are ready to move along with spring! (because it officially starts tomorrow!)
I've done a few sessions in 2016 already but I consider this the start to my shooting year since it was outdoors! I might be a little rusty but I had a blast with this beautiful couple and their soon to be bouncing baby boy due in May. And it's their first child so this is a very exciting time for them. I was honored to capture this special milestone in their lives. As a mother of 3, I will probably remember becoming a mom for the very first time the biggest highlight of my life. Emotions flooded over me that I didn't even know existed. The love you have for your own child is just simply amazing. <3 Enjoy their sneak peek! <3