Deken Family

Who's excited to have a baby brother? Maybe...this little guy!

 1.2.3. Jump! It's almost time to meet baby D.

Scott & Sarah's Lodge at Grant's Trail Wedding

Meet my friend Sarah.  She's really great, and smiles so beautifully, even at her rehearsal, that I just can't cut this photo out. Her dad is still in the shadows of the hallway, and out she comes, radiant and beaming. 
We'll start this tale at her parent's home, where she and her new husband, Scott, have spent much time, especially in the garden, carefully tended by her dad, which is also where Scott proposed.

 and also where Sarah would go

 to see Scott for their first look on their wedding day.

Sarah handcrafted all the flowers for their wedding out of paper, which is so awesome.  I've never gotten to see a bride pin the boutineer on the groom before, but here it was, and she was so happy to see the way it all came together!

Their wedding venue was The Lodge at Grant's Trail, which is a small, unique venue with lots of wildlife decor and other fun little quirks popping up in every corner. They will be visiting us throughout the rest of this post.

 A little intrigue, with a style reminiscent of Bewitched and I Dream of Genie.

The bridal party was really into their part here- being in the Abe Lincoln Room, and all- very presidential.

Now this next little surprise for the couple took a slightly different spin that I expected, but it still makes me chuckle.  Intended as Star Wars tribute of sorts, it appears more as baseball meets Mickey Mouse. Great job, guys!

 Continuing with some chuckles... It's always great when the family pictures take a light-hearted turn and the groom's dad tries to smooch his own bride by surprise...

which leads to the bride's mom getting all giggly, too.

and then everyone's cracking up!

Watch out for the critters!

 Still laughing!

Congratulations!

CELEBRATEfamily

If you didn't already know, we are in the process of adopting from Ghana, in West Africa.  To aid in raising funds for this process we are going to CELEBRATEfamily with mini sessions and an open house in our home.

Who: Families, babies, kids, couples, individuals

What: 15-20 minute photo sessions* and open house**

When: September 7 & September 14 from 10:30am- 4pm.

Where: Our home, 8703 David Ave, St. John MO 63114; sessions will be all throughout our home (some outside, but mostly inside).  Trust me, I know all the best spots. ;)

Why: We are raising funds for our international adoption and want to celebrate family!

How much: It's up to you.
Open House donation- anything is welcome! As a thank you for stopping by, we'll do a 1 minute supersonic-speed session for a new Facebook profile picture
$100- 10 digital files
$150- 10 digital files, customized CELEBRATEfamily CD case
$300- 10 digital files, customized CELEBRATEfamily CD case, digital holiday card (for Facebook or emailing or printing yourself)
$500- 10 digital files, customized CELEBRATEfamily CD case, digital holiday card, 5x7 slim album
$800- 10 digital files, customized CELEBRATEfamily CD case, digital holiday card, 5x7 slim album, large wall portrait

*The photo session details:
Come spend 15 uninterrupted minutes of loving on your family.  Laugh, tickle, smile, hug, give each other some eye contact and focus on each other.  I'll touch base with you before your session so we can customize it for you, you know what to wear and what to bring.  Perfectly timed for holiday greeting cards and presents.  We will accept regular orders from these sessions as well, at regular studio prices. Any profits will go towards the adoption fund.

We have a limited space of 15 slots per day, so be sure to sign up quickly.  Sign up with a slot around the same time as a friend and spend an hour or two with us.  Hang out. Play games. Eat a snack.  Get a few mosquito bites.

**The open house details: Our house will be open for you to come stop by and spend some time on both of these days.  Come enjoy some lemon-treats or food from Ghana.  Play some Wii games. Have a playdate at our house. Chalk up my sidewalk.  Blow some bubbles.  Hang on the couch and talk to a friend (who you get to schedule in the slot next to yours) while your kids get their photos taken in the next room.  Enjoy knowing that my house isn't perfect.  I've got car tracks on my walls and a few cobwebs in the corners, too.

Come by to CELEBRATE(your)family by spending a small part of your day together with us.

Email me to reserve your spot! nikki@purplelemonphotography.com