Happy Birthday Olivia Abigail!

Today Olive Juice is one year old. I am absolutely shocked. One year has gone by?? I have more to say on the subject but I thought I'd start the day with a slideshow....yesterday I sat down to look at the pictures of her birth and do you know, I never saw these?? Matthew did an amazing job with them - he knew I wanted this badly!! - and I love each picture he took. :) I don't think I had seen more than a few of them, so it was really special to make this slideshow yesterday...

When I grow up I'm gonna have a daddy too.

I was listening to Ella this morning (as I always do!) while we drove Micah to school...she was saying the funniest things.

"Mommy, when I'm growed up I gonna have a daddy too. He'll be my hubs-band and I'm going to give him my kisses and hugs. But I can give you my kisses and hugs too."

Me: Yes Ella :)

"Mommy, will I live far away from you when I'm growed up?"

Me: I don't know Ella...maybe, I don't know what will happen.

"But God knows. God knows where I'll live, right Mommy? God knows who my hubs-band will be too, right mommy?"

Me: Yes Ella. God does know. He has a plan for you and He loves you and wants HIS best for your life.

"Yeah. Mommy?"

Me: Yes Ella?

"That's a pretty big truck. Ours is big too. We shouldn't drive down this road. It's not allowed. You're breaking the law."

(I'm not breaking the law, by the way.)

Me: Yes Ella that's a big truck, bigger than ours. We are allowed to drive here, that's a sign for trucks that are HUGE....not ones like ours.

"Oh. OK. Do you think my babies will be in my stomach like you? I'd like a baby in my stomach. But not now. Not until I'm growed up. And when I have a hubs-band. He can play with my baby. Her name is going to be Ella. No......Olivia. Yeah. I'll name her Olivia."

Me: laugh :)

I Do - Keith & Sharon {Florida Wedding Photography}

So Keith and Sharon have been patiently waiting for a sneak peek of their wedding...and I have been VERY behind in blogging (as anyone who frequents my site already knows)....can you almost hear the sound of crickets chirping??

Anyway, I'm sitting here at my church (another day of directory pictures) :) and Amy Thomas is entertaining me with her amazing song writing/vocal/guitar skills (this girls got SKILZ!) and I thought I'd quickly blog some pictures of Keith and Sharon together on their wedding day. :)

I don't think the weather could have possibly been better - it was about 75 - 80 degrees out, not a cloud in the sky. :) I hung out with the girls for a little bit and then Keith and I got ready for him to see Sharon for the first time that day. The venue was Leu Gardens, and we found a little spot tucked away - semi private :) - for them to have their "first look". Keith waited for Sharon with a huge smile on his face - practically jumping up and down as he waited - Sharon waited with a smile that easily matched the size of Keith's. He asked me what to do when he saw her and I told him to do whatever it was that he wanted to do. :) Spin her around, kiss her, hug her, run to her - ha! Whatever his heart led him to do.... What a sweet moment for the two of them... :)

We wandered around the gardens together and enjoyed the time we had for their portraits. :) Here's a preview for them AND a taste of their portraits together....Keith and Sharon, your wedding was amazing. :) Sharon you were STUNNING. Keith it was so much fun to watch you with your new bride, to see how excited both of you were....thank you both for having me photograph your wedding and be a part of that special day with you! May God bless you and your marriage, and I pray you will have many wonderful years together. :)

The Percy Family {Florida Family Photography}

So just over a week ago I got to spend a beautiful sunny afternoon with the Percy family - and it was little J's first birthday! We had an easter egg hunt with L and J - which I will post pictures of soon because it was ADORABLE....and we walked around together, L telling me all kinds of interesting things and J practicing her steps.

I'm behind on peeks and previews on the blog - but I will catch up eventually. :) For the moment, since Marc and Sarah KNOW they are next......I'm lighting a little fire under myself to get this done for them. ;) Enjoy your preview you guys - it was great to meet you Sarah (and girls!) - I know it's a LITTLE preview but the best is still to come. ;) Here's the birthday girl, in all her cuteness and glory!!

Mother's Day Mini Sessions

Here's the announcement of the month (and probably the only announcement of the month - so listen up!) ;) I know I said I'd get this information out a week ago or so, and I'm just now pulling it together - but I did not forget! Life is just...busy. As I write this, I'm sitting at my church working on getting through our entire congregation (or at least, those who signed up!) and we're going to put together a new church directory. So far it's going good - for a person who has NO idea what she's doing!(SSshhh.....don't tell anybody I said that!)

But alas, you are not here to read about my day...you want information about the Mini Sessions, right? Here it is -

Date: Saturday, April 24, 2010
Time: 4pm - 7pm
Where: Downtown Sanford
Cost: $125 for one person, $15 per additional person
Included in Mini: 20-25 minutes with MUAH!, 5 images on a DVD for personal use and printing (up to a 5x7 size), and your choice of one 8x10 print or 2 5x7 prints.

Want to earn an extra image on your DVD? "Share" the information about the Mother's Day Minis to your facebook! (Make sure you tell me that you shared it though so I can check - otherwise I won't know to look for it!)

Want to earn EVERY image on your DVD? Refer a friend for the Mini Sessions (who books AND keeps their appointment) and I'll put every single picture in your Session Gallery on your DVD, as my thank you to you for being so awesome. :)

Spots are limited although I will add time earlier in the afternoon as needed. You can call 407 739 6688 or email me at elisabethnixonphotography{at}gmail.com for more information or to book your Mini Session!

Mark & Jessica {Central Florida Engagement Photography}

I had the pleasure of spending a beautiful evening with this gorgeous couple....and soon to be family. :) Mark and Jessica, it was a pleasure to meet you and I look forward to photographing your wedding in a couple of weeks! Boys...thanks for putting up with me and I'm sorry about all the kissing - but I promise you this, if you cherish and care for your future wives the way Mark does for your mama, she will love you dearly for it. I can't tell you how sweet it was to see Mark and Jessica interact together, the love they share for each other is obvious to anyone with eyes. ;) Enjoy! (Oh and because I couldn't possibly choose just a couple, there's a slideshow down below...seriously, one of my favorite sessions EVER.)