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Puffy Heart

I’ve always been a romantic and I’m so thankful to have married a romantic as well. Thirteen years ago yesterday, Michael proposed to me at a bed and breakfast and my heart just puffs up more and more every day with love for both him and our daughter. I never thought that it was possible to love this much. Some days I look over at my husband and can’t believe that we’re married. See, when I first saw him across from Streetside Records in college, I thought he was too good for me and that I would never have a chance with someone like him. A couple years later, I saw him working at the library and my heart went pitter patter, but I didn’t think I stood a chance, so I just went about my life. Fast forward a few months when I moved into an apartment for the summer and who do you think was my neighbor? MICHAEL! We got to know each other over that summer and before the new school year began, we were a couple. While we were dating, I’d look at him and think how lucky I was. He has always treated me so well, has more patience than anyone I know, is attractive to boot and truly loves me. {As a side note: When we were dating and we started sharing stories, it turned out that he noticed me that same day at Streetside Records and can even tell you what I as wearing. He thought I was too good for him. He said that he would light up when I’d come to the library and then was happily surprised when I knocked on his door asking for nails after I moved in next door to him. We both had crushes on each other and neither of us knew. Funny how things work out. Pure fate.} The night he proposed, I was blown away. I actually missed the actual proposal because I was crying – happy tears. We went to Harry’s for a nice dinner and then headed over to a B&B where he had the room all set up for us – flowers, champagne, apples with caramel and pecans, grapes, strawberries, music, dancing and then he started to sing to me. I just broke down crying because I had never actually heard him sing before. I had begged him to sing along in the car, at concerts and at home, but he just refused. So, when he started singing to me at the B&B, I was so touched and surprised. It meant the world to me. What was even more meaningful was that he wrote the song for me. Gush…puffy heart…swoon! Well, due to the tears, I missed the words where he proposed. At the end of the song, I hugged him and told him that was the best gift anyone had ever given me. He looked nervous and then asked me, “well..will you?” I was confused, so he got on one knee, took my hands and told me that he’d be honored if I would be his wife and then he asked me if I’d marry him while putting the ring on my finger. You all know the answer! Well, through all these years, my heart still pitter patters when I see him and I still can’t believe that this man that I thought I didn’t have a chance to date is now my husband. It really feels surreal and like yesterday. The puffy heart above holds the original setting of the ring that he proposed with back then. He was having a ring designed and it wasn’t ready in time for the proposal, so two weeks later we went to the designer and got the setting that I wear today. The original setting sits in the puffy heart and will be given to our daughter some day. She was made from our love and we want her to know how much we “puffy heart” her too. My heart overfloweth!

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Dreary, misty days are perfect for staying indoors and reading books. What is your favorite thing to do on days like this?
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If you are expecting and wondering when to schedule your maternity photo session, I recommend 31-34 weeks of pregnancy or when your belly goes past your bust-line.

This is a great time as it is obvious that you are pregnant so you can show off your beautiful curves. It is also a time when you are still fairly comfortable and therefore are able to move more freely. Of course, this is just a guideline. Every woman is different in her pregnancy journey. If you aren't showing much during these weeks, just hold off until your belly has popped out a bit more. This is why I mention waiting until your belly goes past your bust-line.

This is such a wonderful time in a woman's life and worth documenting. Your finished photographic artwork will mean more to you as the years go by and your children will love looking at these portraits as they grow up. What an amazing gift to be able to see your mom carrying you with so much love, excitement and anticipation!
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I had the honor to photograph this soon to be grad for his senior portraits. I have been photographing him and his family for the past 10 years. Surreal to watch him grow into a young man and get ready to embark on his college career. UNG will be happy to have him! 
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Make sure to get those little details for your graduation portraits. You won't regret it!
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Lots of senior portraits this week as we begin the final countdown to graduation for the class of 2025. 

This senior is heading to Georgia College & State University this Fall. Exciting time for him as he embarks on his next phase of life. Congrats! 

There is still some time to be added to the calendar if you are still wanting senior portraits before the end of the school year. Send a message for details.
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It's happening!!!! Next month the class of 2025 will be graduating and starting their next chapter. There is still time to get your senior portraits done for announcements and invites. Schedule your session today! 
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