What a great helper...

Had an engagement photo session yesterday - and we headed down to McHugh creek off the Seward Highway to capture some of the lovely fall colors that are starting to come out - but as I was looking at the weather, it definitely had a high chance of pouring down rain! And, anyone that has taken a picture before knows - you can't hold an umbrella and photograph at the same time.
So - my trusty assistant offered to come along and help out. He was great - he carried my bag of stuff/props, plus my stepladder - and would hold lenses for me when I needed to change them out. Luckily, it didn't rain, but he was still a great help. I couldn't resist posting this picture of him :)

Reed Lakes

Went on a fabulous hike today with Sara and Chris. We headed up to Hatchers Pass and hiked up to Reed Lakes. It was a perfect day - sunny and warm with just a slight breeze. I haven't hiked up there in at least 12 years, and it was so much prettier than I remember! In fact, i think it is one of the prettiest places in the world! The pictures really cannot do it justice - but it's better than nothing ;)

Elli Marie Courtney

Elli Marie was born at 4:44 8/27/08 - weighing in at 9lbs 5oz. She topped her big brother! She has a full head of dark hair and so far, looks just like her mommy!

Only one person at a time was allowed in the nursery with Phil, so I had to capture Finn's first peek at his new sister through the door. He didn't quite know what to make of her!

He started warming up to her with mom in the picture

Finn may not be too sure about Elli, but he sure loves her pacifier! Isn't he precious? :)

Homer Girls Weekend

Had a wonderful trip to Homer this weekend with some girlfriends, Renee, Gayla and Sandi. We had a great time of relaxing, shopping, and eating and drinking, oh and taking photographs!

Had dinner at Wasabi's, a fun little Asian-fusion restaurant out on East End Road. The drinks were beautiful, and so was the food (It also tasted pretty great too!)

Congrats Corey!

Just a quick post to congratulate our family friend Corey Cogdell who took a Bronze medal in yesterday's trapshooting event in Bejing. Corey is truly an amazing athlete - you can read all about Corey and her win at the following links:


http://www.nbcolympics.com/athletes/athlete=703/bio/index.html
or watch her shoot courtesy of nbc!
http://www.nbcolympics.com/video/share.html?videoid=SHOH-BJ-SD28-081108-145503

An afternoon with the girls...

Got to spend Sunday afternoon with the girls out at Chris and Barb's house - we had a great time, and they were good sports letting me photograph them all afternoon!

They wore Christian out, running around the yard. He was definitely ready for his Sunday afternoon nap after that!

I love this pic of Emily - so much attitude!!

More from Homer

Just a few more fun pics from the Homer wedding - cause I've been going through a few of them. Nothing of the bride and groom though, they get first peek and since they are still on their honeymoon, you'll just have to wait!

Prudhoe Bay

Had my first opportunity to visit Prudhoe Bay in the summer time this week, and even got the chance to snap a few pics. The wildlife was fun, the caribou are everywhere! It was beautiful, and I was really impressed by how clean and pristine everything was. All the oil companies and their contractors are super careful - and they have done an impressive job of preserving the habitat.

Donahue Wedding Teaser

Just a teaser of more fun photos to come from our fun "destination" wedding this past weekend. Destination Homer!!

Angie & Bern's Rehearsal Dinner

We had such a fun time at Bern & Ang's BBQ rehearsal dinner - the whole crew was there, and the weather cooperated really well! Big Bern deep fried halibut and the Courtneys made amazing BBQ pork - to die for!! I got a lot of fun pics of all the kids running around - so these are a little old now, but I had to post a few up for everyone to see - enjoy!

Somehow Emme convinced Chad to squirt the whipped cream straight in to her mouth... Bridgette - you didn't hear that from me ;)

I love this picture of Levi - he is totally loving that angel food cake!