It is not often that you get to witness your mother’s wedding, let alone photograph it. After ten or so years of dating my mom, Lana and Dan were married. We are so excited to officially welcome Dan (aka ‘Pappy’) into the family. They celebrated by having a small intimate ceremony and inviting the rest of the family and a few friends to a lunch reception. It was held at the beautiful Country Club of Loch Lloyd and was perfect in every way.

A couple pictures from their engagement session:

These first two were taken by my friend Stephen. Thanks for all of your help! It was a sweet, sweet time. Love you guys!!

Mom you looked stunning, you were a beautiful bride!

A few of the details. 

 The candy girls, Hannah and Abby. And joined by little brother Gavin and cousin Cohen.

A short, but funny speech was given by my brother, Justin. And my husband, Ben offered prayer (assisted by Gavin).

Dan and his parents, Joyce and Dan Sr. We were so thankful that they were able to travel from Maryland to be there.  

 Mom’s parents (and of course my grandparents), Ted and Dixie.

 Hannah and Abby were excited to be asked to hand out candy to the guests. They made sure no one was missed. And they are of course smitten with ‘Pappy’.

 My brother Justin with Gery (my mom’s Godson and a part of the family), and the kids with Uncle Justin.

I had to include the favors that were part of my responsibility, inspired from Style Me Pretty. (Many thanks goes to my aunt and cousins for the help on the assembly of the tins).

 All of the excitement wore Gavin out. Can you tell he is our third? Love him!

I just wanted to say thank you to everyone that has made 2009 a success. This year has been a year full of many blessings. I am able to spend a great amount of time with my family and still pursue a passion that brings a little bit of joy to my life and hopefully to others as well. Thank you to you for the part that you have played. I could not have done it without you.

I am excited what is ahead in the new year. There are a few changes that I am wanting to make going forward, I will be expanding my product line to better serve you. I am also going to be coming out with my new prices for 2010 shortly, so if you want to book a session with current pricing please do so before this Friday, January 15th at 5pm. I am planning on a contest later this month so check back for more information.

And a picture of my littlest one at four and a half months. He is such a joy and is handsome just like his Daddy.