Beth and her mom Smadar hold up feathers next to each other and share with each other their thoughts. It was a sign that they felt her dad who had past was looking over them. Later in the day Beth and John found another feather on the path in the garden. Just another reminder that […]
Daisy was rescued from the streets by a family who found her before the sheriff could be called to put her down. There was no shelter like Noahs Ark so the family brought her back to Rockford. She has lived with Beverly for the last 2 years. Beverly came to me through a promotion at […]
Michelle helps Martina her twin sister put her bracelet. It’s one of those little moments they remember and share. A lot of brides like to get ready at their childhood home. And even though she’s been all grown up, moved out, and the last to get married, it’s nice to put a nice closing on […]
Peggy and her husband bought 18 acres just east of Galena with hopes of starting a winery. Turns out the soil was just right when they planted their first vines 10 years ago. They opened Massbach Ridge in 2003 with 4 varieties and have expanded it to 18. She has one several awards but the […]
Mike and Gina stopped at at least half a dozen places for their engagement session. And every time there was a reason. We stopped in front of a mural near Mikes first condo. We went under the bridge where Mike used to drive by on the way to work. We stopped on Michigan avenue in […]
Jim is antique dealer who came across a pool cue that ended up in his own closet for 5 years. Come to find out there were only 3 of these signed from the movie, Color of Money with Tom Cruise. After sending my pictures to an authenticator in Arizona, he learns there is one just […]
When you get bridesmaids together who used to be in pom pons or cheerleading, you can have some crazy poses. I don’t know if the guys all liked it but it definitely got a laugh. Joe and Nicoles wedding was in Belvidere Park at the Baltic Mill with reception at Midway Village.
Nate and Lisa try to take a moment away from the rest of the reception, but their wedding party has decided to follow along. Their wedding was at St Peters with their reception at Anderson Gardens. I did Lisa’s sister Lons wedding 5 years ago. Of the 3 remaining sisters, non of them wanted to […]
A friend of Beths suggested they go to the jogging path by the YMCA for pictures and so that’s were we ended up. The view of the river and the light from the evening sun made for a beautiful day that we both thought might bring rain. Getting couples close without hiding themselves is the […]
Dawn and Micah plan to marry at Anderson Gardens next year. Because of that, the park let them come in to take their engagement photos today. Their courtship could almost be the plot of a movie. They met through friends when they were in their wedding party. And yes, they will be inviting them to […]