Julie, Rod, Ellen and Jordyn met me at the beach despite some aggresive, looming rain clouds. Unless there is a wind storm or full-on rain we always try to go ahead with our outdoor sessions, and pretty much, if there is some interesting weather, it adds to the beauty of the session.

It was a dark night, and we had beautiful soft light, add wonderful relaxed family and this is what you get.

I have to say I have so many I love from this family session, so Julie and Rod, just to warn you, it might be hard to pick your favorite - this was one of mine!

This, professionally, as my summer:

I had reached my maximum bookings for wedding for the year, until Danielle and Lonny called. Danielle and my office manager Christine are friends from high school, and Christine told me that this wedding would be one I would definitely want to photograph.

I can see why.

Danielle and Lonny and funny. They are smart and they ADORE each other, and giggle when they look at each other.

We love that.
 
(the icing on top is that Danielle's smile could light up a room and Lonny has the best t-shirt collection ever, and a huge boyish charm.)

We had a little fun with them recently .......

Can't wait for the wedding!

First let me set the scene.

The ceremony and reception was held in a location dear to the couple's heart, the home of Jeenet's godmother and the childhood home of one of her best friends.

The gals hair was done by Jeenet's sister Courtenay, a stylist at Scorpio's in Comox, the salon her mother owns. The makeup was beautifully done by Richelle, her godmother's daughter, and Dianna, her other daughter, who is a professional wedding co-ordinator, kept things running more than smoothly.

A friend made the most amazing cake, and the bride's step father Anila sang the bride and her dad down the aisle... and the personal touches go on and on.

The backdrop to the wedding and the details all carried a personal touch. However, what really  made the day was the heart and laughter.  Mike was beaming before the ceremony, he had the kind of smile that gives you goosebumps, and Jeenet was calm and confident about her day, reflective about how she felt about her future with Mike.

The predicted rain held off until the ceremony and photos were complete. Then everyone gathered under the gorgeously decorated tent where they were witness to some extremely emotional and funny speeches. Person after person stood up and shared from the heart about their love for these two. It was an incredibly touching reception, which included guests cutting loose on the dance floor in great celebration.

Jeenet and Mike, when I think of you two, I can't help but smile. Looking through your photos makes me smile. You are a gorgeous couple, who both possess a genuine kind quality that shines strongly and is hard to miss. Thank you for choosing me to capture your day.
 
This wedding was held at the Newson Estate in Comox and is available for event rental. For more information contact Dianna at  newsondiana@gmail.com.

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Enjoy and leave the stunning couple some love, by leaving a comment below.

Meet Peyton. I first met Peyton when I photographed her at Children's hospital. When most parents are at home celebrating their new arrival and picturing their hopes for the future Peyton's mom Nicole spent five months visiting her daughter, living day to day, praying her new daughter would make it.

Now Payton is a happy 21 month year old beauty. She is full of personality and strength. She still faces many challenges and her family is doing everything possible to give her all she needs.

Her family just found out about a Therapy called CME Therapy. CME, the acronym for Cuevas Medek Exercise, is a physical therapy approach for infants suffering abnormal developmental motor evolution caused by a known or unknown non-degenerative syndrome affecting the Central Nervous System.CME Therapy has a very high success rate in helping children with low muscle tone learn to walk.

The family would have to go to Toronto to get treatment for Payton as there is no one else in Canada with the qualifications.

Her family is having a garage sale this weekend to raise funds:

587 Powerhouse Road Saturday and Sunday 9am-3pm

Pop by, do some shopping and help the family feel supported. I will keep you posted on any other events to raise money in the valley. 

Here is Payton just a few weeks ago playing in the studio.



She is a beautiful inspiring girl, and they can use all the support they can get