The C Family Christmas Shoot

The C family is the classic American family.  Mom and Dad are two of the hardest working people I know. Their kiddos are kind and well-rounded.  I admire this family's faith, perseverance, and compassion.  I am blessed to be able to call them friends. 

OCFR Station 28

OCFR Station 28 is located in Apopka.  These first responders were treated very well by some local businesses.  Lotus Yoga Center cooked them a huge holiday meal and Tranquil Essence Therapeutic Massage gave them all chair massages.  It was really nice to sit and chat with the guys on duty that day.  And, Chrissy and Christina could not have been nicer.  This right here is what the Christmas season is all about!

 The Lieutenant even got in on the massage giving action. I'm not sure his was as relaxing as Christina's.

A Third F Family!

I realized that several of my families who booked Holiday Mini Sessions with me have last names that start with the letter F!  This family met me one evening and, as usual, they were dressed to kill.  The look amazing every time I photograph them.  I just love them!

Orange County Fire Rescue Station 71

A few days before Thanksgiving, a local church group delivered a meal to OCFR Station 71.  They brought enough food for the crew to eat for a week.  This sweet group also prayed over these men, sung them a hymn, took a tour of the firehouse, then posed for a few photos.  The crew was very appreciative of not only the meal, but the fellowship, as well.  

The next time you hear a siren in the distance, say a prayer.  Not only for the victim and their families, but for the first responders. These men and women face tragedies every day and do their best to save someone who is loved.  The need all the prayers they can get!

Another F Family!

I have been photographing this sweet family ever since their Mommy asked me to photograph her baby girl in the park.  I was actually shooting another family and word of mouth on the playground prompted her to ask me.  Her baby girl is actually a kindergartner now! I'm not only grateful that this Mommy had faith in me, I'm also grateful for the Mommy who said such kind words about me and my work.

Blessed doesn't even begin to describe my photography journey.

Orange County Fire Rescue Station 40

This past holiday season, I was contacted by Orange County.  Each year they hold an Adopt a Fire Station event, where families, neighborhoods, churches, and businesses can adopt a Fire Station on a certain day.  The group then brings the first responders meals, desserts, and other fun things.  As many of you know first responders are very dear to me.  It was such an honor to see these men and women being appreciated.  They deserved all the goodies, caroling, crafts, entertainment, and holiday cheer that they got.  I hope I have the privilege of capturing these blessings again this year.

This post is about Station 40.  The sweet lady in the pink shirt actually works for Orange County, herself.  Every year she adopts a couple of Fire Stations and cooks meals for them.  I loved how she brought them a bowl of fruit and nuts.  It was a reminder of my childhood and visiting my grandparents.  The holidays meant there was always a bowl of fruit and nuts on the table for guests to snack on while they were visiting. That simple gesture reminded me there are some really nice people in this world.

The F Family

I am so lucky to have this sweet family in my life.  Not only are they wonderful friends, but they are also so easy to photograph.  We chat, we walk, we catch up with each other, all the while taking pictures.  I look forward to our sessions together.  I'm truly grateful for all four of them!

While we are talking about how great this family is, I'm also going to tell you that Bryan has just opened his new State Farm Agency in lovely Winter Garden, FL.  If you are in the market for a new insurance agent, give Bryan a call.  I promise he will not steer you wrong.