The shutter clicked, and I knew.

From the weddings I've photographed, I can't say I have a favorite image. They are all so different, so lovely . . . each one of them a page in a love story. Bridesmaids giggling, groomsmen gossiping, brides hand-wringing, dads beaming. Picking a favorite would be so unfair. But, if you asked me twice, if you insisted, I could maybe, perhaps, in a hushed whisper, mention this one. I always come back to this one.

I know thee,
I have found thee,
and I will not let thee go.
William Blake

Little Miss Magic

I'll admit - I have a particular affinity for this little squirt. Maybe it's because we have some common interests: looking for bellybuttons, reading Dr. Seuss in the garden, chasing little fluffy shih tzus. Maybe it's because I am crazy about her parents, who are doing an incredible job encouraging this little flower to bloom. In any case, I have big plans for her this weekend: when this sweet girl, a frothy peach tu-tu, my new camera and my favorite location get stirred and mixed together, it will be magic. Peachy, sunny, imaginative, abundant magic. I can't wait to show you!