Flowers // lomo camera

Earlier this year there was a big storm, and Blake went to take Annie out during it. He came back with a hand full of flowers that had been blown off a potted plant outside our building. I don't know why, but this meant more to me then new flowers from the store, or something he could have planned. This is why I married this guy- he is always thinking of others- especially me.

The camera in this photo is a lomo camera from the 50's. Blake got it for me for Christmas- the best part is that its converted to 35mm, and for me, thats perfect. I don't have anyone right around me who will develop my medium format film, so I prefer 35mm. 

Oh yes, and the flowers are old, and dead, and dried out. But I still think they are beautiful. Not sure how I will ever throw them away.

My favorite Christmas present.

We just had our first Christmas together. I cant even begin to explain how special this Christmas was for me. I felt so at home with my sweet husband, even though I was far from my own family. Its amazing how much I love his family- and how grateful I am to have them. It was a Christmas full of tradition, snow, happiness, decorations, home cooked food, love and I cherished every moment of it side by side with the person I love the most in this world. 

I feel so lucky to be the girl married to Blake. When we were engaged, I met a bunch of Blake's best friends and their wives all at once (whom I sincerely love now). One of the husbands said, "Great, now that Blake is married we can all give up- He is going to make the rest of us husbands look bad". I dont think I did anything more then any girl to deserve the loving husband I have. I also dont think other people aren't amazingly happy- but I truly feel like the luckiest person and I think everyone should get the chance to feel like that. 

Utah bound // almost.

I am coming to Utah from the 22nd to January 4th! 

I really cant even wait. I cant wait for mountains, Christmas, family and friends. But mostly I am looking forward to my sweet husband getting to give his brain a break for a few weeks. I am so proud of him, and he really deserves it- semester I of Law School is rough!

...If you would like to schedule a photo shoot, I would love to do one with you. Contact me for details on dates and pricing. 

On another note, I have neen trying to get this little beauty up and running for a while now. It hasnt happened mainly due to my lack of diligence. I also have decided (with the advice of a friend) to convert it to use AAA batteries since dealing with the old ones is a bigger pain (Believe it or not). So I will pretend to be an electrician (If i fail, Blake will probably figure it out)  so I can finally use the instant film I have had sitting on my desk. 

On my mind.

1: Kinfolk Dinner // You can still get your Kinfolk Dinner tickets at Kinfolkmag.com

2: This Weekend // My Best Friend since 3rd grade gets in town tonight.

3: Christmas in Utah // We are coming to Utah for Christmas break! If you want to book a session, just send me a message. I will have the exact days I am available up shortly. Roughly the 22-Jan 3 with the exceptions of Holidays. 

4: Offset printing // Learning a lot, and loving it. Getting ready for Birch House has been pretty exciting. If you know any good tips for offset printing- tell me. 

5: Walls by Mur // Some of mine and Blake's friends started Walls by Mur, and Kristi (one of Blake's very best friends) designed them. Its funny because Blake mentioned that I should do triangles on the wall like Kristi does. Then they launched Walls by Mur and I am hooked! I cant wait to get mine. Because I dont have to go through the hassle of trying to paint perfect lines, they are removable adhesive. Genius. 

6: My Husband // He is so busy with school. Law school can be pretty rough. The other day someone asked me if I was one of "Northwestern's Law Widows". I probably am. But with an amazing husband like Blake, I get time with him. He is so good about having dinner every night with me. And we try to go to bed together every night (This often means me waiting up pretty late for him or going to bed really early so he can get up ridiculously early). But its totally working for us. I am so grateful for him.  

7: Annie // Sometimes I am surprised how pretty Annie is. We get compliments on what a pretty dog she is all the time. Why am I surprised? Because Blake and I would have taken home the mangiest mutt at the shelter and some how, we took home this very, very, pretty pup.