“i’m so glad i live in a world where there are Octobers. It would be terrible if we just skipped from September to November, wouldn’t it?” – L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables

  “it’s the most wonderful time of the year!” -andy williams Mini Session Details: What: One 20 minute stylized holiday portrait session, resulting in 15-20 high resolution edited files available for downloading with a print release- perfect for holiday cards and gifts! Where: Reston, VA When: Saturday November 7th AND 8th, with a rain date […]

“today is your big moment. moments, really. the life you’ve been waiting for is happening all around you. the scene unfolding right outside your window is worth more than the most beautiful painting, and the crackers and peanut butter that you’re having for lunch on the coffee table are as profound, in their own way, […]

“when push starts shoving you’re left with nothing just know we’ll always be family after all that we’ve been through I will walk with you.” – Matt Wertz ten. it has officially been ten years since the Borror family welcomed me into their home to help care for their children for the summer, and we […]

“If you feel your value lies in merely being decorative, I fear that someday you might find yourself believing that’s all that you really are. Time erodes all such beauty, but what it cannot diminish is the inner workings of your mind: your humor, your kindness, and your moral courage. These are the things I […]