Branden's graduation

My cousin Branden graduated from high school this evening. He graduated with high honors and is planning on going to Marshall in the fall. I got a little crazy with the actions on this one, but they just add so much emotion. Congratulations again, Branden!

Getting his diploma

Kisses from his grandmother

With his grandmother and mom

Uncle Willy and Branden

Posing with my uncle and dad - you don't want to be between those two!

Baptisms

On Sunday night, Gateway Church celebrated some baptisms. We lead the service at First Baptist Church of St. Albans that evening and they allowed us to use their baptistery because we don't yet have one. As I was editing the photos I took, I thought that this series was especially great. The little guy is Ryan and baptizing him are his dad, Chris, and Pastor Ron. I love the big smile on his face!

Mary Ellen's Surprise Birthday Party!

Saturday, I celebrated Mary Ellen's birthday with her, her family, and friends. Katie (her daughter and one of my very bestest friends!) planned a fabulous surprise party and it was a success! The party was at The Barge Restaurant in South Charleston.

The beautiful (and tasty) cake that matched the invitations

Surprise!

Hugs for the hubby

This is the look Katie got when Mary Ellen saw some of the photos on the board.

This is my favorite series of photos. A friend flew in and totally surprised Mary Ellen. Melt down to follow.

Time to sing!

The Barge has an awesome tin ceiling.

If you look closely, you can see the sparks flying off the sparkler candles.

Opening some gifts

Crown #2 for the day - you know it's a successful party when you get two crowns out of it!

Scott did some undercover photography. Some great blackmail photos were captured.

Katie reading a card

Sarah, Mary Ellen, and Katie

WV Home School Association Banquet - Poca, WV

Last night I went to Poca to get some photos before the WV Home School Association banquet began. The dinner was held at Wellington's at Scarlet Oaks Country Club. It was a beautiful day and a beautiful location. The dogwood trees were in full bloom!

Here's a little preview - the photos will be up for proofing/ordering on Monday!

Ray 60th Anniversary - Lewisburg, WV

Today Ralph and Mary Ray celebrated their 60th anniversary in Lewisburg! It was a beautiful day and a great drive down. It's really starting to look like spring - the trees are budding, the dogwoods are already out, the sun was shining, and the grass is coming back to life. Lewisburg is a lovely little town. I drove through the town before the party and thought it was so cute that I wanted to move there. I love small towns and Lewisburg seems especially charming!
The party was very nice at Blackwell's at the country club. I hope that, in 2068, Kevin and I look half as good as Mr. and Mrs. Ray! They were so cute and, obviously, still in love.

Blackwell's was a great place for the party!

This little girl is the first and only great-grandchild. She's the star of the show and so cute! She probably made her way into at least half of the pictures.

Sharing a little dance!

Cutting the cake

The camera was turned on me! I'm thinking about getting this model myself. I've heard good things about the quality of the "Elmo's World" camera. Plus, you get some stylish eyes with your camera! What more could a photographer ask for?

I love the expressions in this one!

The whole fam!

They didn't know it, but I caught a little kiss!

How sweet is this?

Almost as sweet as this! (I told you she was the star!)

The photos from the party will be online this week! Check my website!