Pixie dust is what Tinker Bell sprinkles to make you fly. Watch out or Haleigh could fly away with your heart.

Sorry guys, she’s taken, by a very special guy.

I absolutely love this selective color, unlike some trendy stuff I’ve seen, and blogged about.

Here’s your apple, Nicole. It turned out quite nice.

When I started typing the post title the words seemed familiar to me. Hmmm, maybe because I’ve been singing Ginny Owens‘ song “If You Want Me To”, today.

The pathway is broken
And the signs are unclear
And I don’t know the reason why you brought me here
But just because You love me the way that You do
I will go through the valley
If You want me to

CHORUS:
Now I’m not who I was
When I took my first step
And I’m clinging to the promise
You’re not through with me yet
So if all of these trials bring me closer to You
I will go through the fire
If You want me to

It may not be the way I would have chosen
When you lead me through a world that’s not my own
But You never said it would be easy
You only said I’ll never go alone

So when the whole world turns against me
And I’m all by myself
And I can’t hear You answer my cries for help
I’ll remember the suffering Your love put You through
And I will go through the valley
If You want me to.

I had as much fun as she did yesterday. We had beautiful weather.

This is the sweetest girl ever, and she’s an aspiring photographer!

1. Do you want great photos, or barely passable?
Your photos will be your memories of major family events and milestones. Sure, you could probably have Uncle John, or your friend, who has a “really nice camera”, take your photos and end up with something. Or you might end up frustrated and sad, like a lady I know. She ended up with NO decent wedding photos. That’s right, they were ALL out of focus or too dark. EEK! I can’t even imagine the disappointment.

2. Money well spent?
Your photos will last longer than the food, music and your gorgeous cake. Count the cost carefully, but not so carefully that you get a bad deal in the long run. See #1 above.

3. Really look at the photographer’s work with a discerning eye.

Are the photos actually their work? Can they show you something besides what they have on the internet? Is it quality work? Are there any weird crops, out of focus shots, or funny shadows on people’s faces? Any strange color casts, such as a yellowy tinge to the whole photo? You want to know the photographer can take excellent photos from the “getting ready” photos through the ceremony and reception. Ask to see proofs from 2-3 typical weddings they’ve shot, not just the posed, perfect shots. Finally, is their style what you like?

4. Do they have references and reviews? (Here are just a few)
If they don’t have any, or don’t want to show them to you, there’s a problem.

5. Personality/Character/Appearance?
When you talk with them, do you feel you could work well together?

6. Is this the photographer who will actually be there?
Believe it or not, big companies will send whomever is available, not necessarily the person you meet.

7. Contract?
Who needs a formal, old contract? You do, if it’s your wedding we’re talking about!
A good contract is fair to both parties. Read it.

Photographers like us work very hard to get to know and please our customers because our business depends on word of mouth. Usually we are much more affordable and flexible than “the big guys”, offering budget packages and, on-location shooting, which isn’t possible with the larger companies. They’ll make their money this fall. Will you get your money’s worth?

Located near the River Park are some great attractions. There’s the Fort Smith National Historic Site
with Judge Parker’s Court, the old commissary building, the old fort remains, and the gallows.