Oldies all the way

Kelly and Daniel are awesome. They are unlike any couple I've ever really shot. They have their own unique qualities and are just so fun to be around. I've known Kelly for a little while. Meet the amazing hairstylist who cuts my hair here in the lovely V of A. Check her out here if you live in the Richmond, Va area. She does good work! Ok, so back to the photo shoot. They came down to Williamsburg and we did some photos in Colonial as well as the pottery area. There really isn't much left of the pottery but we managed. They truly are sweet and fun and I'm looking forward to shooting their big day!!

Love : Colonial Williamsburg Engagement Photographer

I love meeting the bride and groom during the engagement session. It lets me know what kind of couple they are and how they like to get their photos done. It's a time of loosening up and getting acquainted. This weekend I was so happy to finally meet Kristin, her son and Brandon. They are just such a sweet couple and her son is adorable. I met them all at Colonial Williamsburg in the late morning. It's the perfect time to go there without there being too many people. This weekend was just perfect for shooting outside as well. We couldn't have asked for a better day with more perfect weather. I look forward to shooting their big day in May!!

It's was an outing

We decided to take the kids to build a bear. To be honest, they haven't really ever been. I mean we walk around that store all the time but I haven't let them make a bear before. I think Montana has been once but other than that.. this was their special treat. They were going crazy. My pocket book wasn't allowing for their craziness. haha. That place gets so expensive but we wanted to make sure they each had a special bear that they picked all by themselves and that Chris' voice was in it. It's theirs to sleep with and carry around. It was fun to watch them pick out outfits, only a shirt. :) Montana picked the Army Helmet and shorts so we allowed that. Myla didn't want anything and Kenna.. Well, that girl is just nuts. We had a good time and then we all went to grab a bite to eat.

My Ohana

More photos from Springfield, Missouri. The last time we had family photos taken was when we visited Springfield the previous year. It's hard doing photos of everyone when you are the one taking the photos. Well, it just wasn't going to happen.. to have the photographers I know do the photo taking. So, I had my mother in-law help a little. Not so bad I think. I'm happy just having a decent image to hang in our little lovely house. Thanks Lynn. :)

Soldier Up

Major changes are coming our way. Life as we know it is going to alter yet again. My husband has enlisted into the U.S Army and will become a great soldier among so many for our country. We couldn't be more proud of him. This has been going on for the past year and the time has come upon us to put it out there for all to know. Most people are excited and proud of him and of us but there are some who think we are crazy. Crazy, that he would do such a thing when we are at a time of war and after the loss of my brother, SGT Paul E Dumont Jr. Losing my brother doesn't change a thing though. We don't hate the military. If anything, it has given us a greater love for our country and of the men and women who serve each and every day. They are the true heroes and deserve so much more recognition than they receive. I truly believe Chris will make a great soldier. He's been an amazing husband and such a wonderful father to our three kids. He's ready for a change and we are ready to support him each and every step of the way. We know that the Lord has great plans for him and for us. We both feel that this is the route he is supposed to go. Yes, things can be a bit nerve wrecking, but then again what in life ever isn't? We've already battled some of our biggest wars right here. If he's ready and willing, then so am I. I've never seen him work so hard towards something as he has been doing in the past few months. He told me a verse that he liked a couple of weeks ago. "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Phil 4:13. It's what helped him deal with our son while he battled cancer and it's what will help him in the months ahead. As he thinks of that verse, I will too. It won't be easy but we're in this together. We are a family and we are strong. We love you Chris and we couldn't be more proud! And, as my brother would say... "It's time to Soldier Up!"

New blog

Finally. A new blog design. I had been wanting to change it up a bit and finally got around to doing so. If you want to see the older posts please be sure to go HERE. It's everything from the past 3.5 years. But from now on... it will all be right here!

On another note. The weather today was gorgeous. My kids have been sick as well as I. It hasn't been fun let me tell you. I figured the fresh air could help everyone out so I put their shoes on them and sent them out the door. It was a good thing to do I think. Just the thing to spice up the past two weeks of doing nothing but watching TV and laying around. Oh, and Makenna loves to swing.

sick

We've been sick. Simple as that. This is what has been going on in the oatman household... laying around, sitting around, and more laying around. We are all ready to be better now.