Peach Cream Pie

Drum Roll Please!

2009-08-26T12:53:00.001-07:00

Well, my old bloggy friend, its time to move one. You've been a good blog, but I'm afraid I've outgrown you. I'm not sure I will miss you (so sorry if that hurts), but you can visit me here

www.andyandjenna.com/blog

:)

See you all on the other side.

Family Fun.

2009-08-25T07:00:00.000-07:00

While we were camping (pics to come), we stopped by this beautiful home to take some pictures. Side note, Andy actually grew up next door to this family and they had several young Andy stories...such as crushing ice with a garage door (doesn't that sound engineerish?). Anywho, here is a preview!

Gorgeous Kids

2009-08-18T05:21:00.000-07:00

This is from a school session (I would have loved these for school pictures). I am trying out a new location and I LOVE it. Thanks, LaNae for being my guinea pig!

New Look, and of course pictures!

2009-08-17T09:17:00.000-07:00

Exciting news! We are getting a makeover! We are changing things up a bit. After being in business for officially two years, I decided it was time to get a new look now that I have a more defined style! So you may wonder what is coming?

A new blog (working on it!) that will have extra large pictures, and some other cool features!
A new website (Brooke is working on it). Have I mentioned how amazing she is, as she is the designer behind the logo too.
New packaging designs
New Album Options
New Framing (eventually)
New Products (see wall design below)

I could keep going on and on, we have some big plans!

The logo is done and has already been put to work!

A Sneak Peak of the website:

This is a sneak peak of a wall design preview. You get to choose how you want to see your pictures on "the wall". Its great for visualizing a big wall collage, and even tells you what size you need to get. What a big help!

The blog will probably be the first thing finished, but as I get our packaging and other products in I will be sure and show them off!

And here is a session from Saturday. Doesn't she have the creamiest skin?

Totally Cool

2009-08-12T04:43:00.001-07:00

Hot Sunny Sessions

2009-08-10T19:17:00.000-07:00

I have been very happy to have some heat back, although it makes sessions a little more... well sticky. This is the sweet little nine month old from today. Isn't he incredibly cute?

And for those of you who appreciate photoshop or a good makeover, here is a before and after.

Favorites from a FUN session

2009-08-08T04:22:00.000-07:00

This was probably the most fun I've ever had at a session, and some of my favorite images! Thanks to the Smiths! (Did I mention it was taken in my dream home, when I got to the house I was going crazy...)

A personal FAVE

Aren't they all GORGEOUS?

The Savvy Photographer

2009-08-06T11:50:00.001-07:00

Loving this website, check it out if you want. Its very chic for a photography site.

Click Here.

Look out Charlie.

2009-08-04T19:56:00.001-07:00

Sweet Video

2009-07-31T19:19:00.001-07:00

Marine : Northeast Indiana Senior Photographer

2009-07-30T04:54:00.001-07:00

This senior made me feel patriotic. He has signed the contract and is heading to basic soon. I am amazed by the people who serve our country. He wants to go on the front lines and help. He also did great a his senior pictures. Thanks a bunch!

My hand drawn graffitti.... what do you think? Does it look real?

Can't Resist

2009-07-24T18:48:00.000-07:00

Can't resist posting this one too. I just LOVE the way it turned out.

Preview

2009-07-23T12:19:00.000-07:00

Here is one beautiful family. I really enjoyed photographing them, not to mention drooled over their awesome place.

Young Republicans Cookout

2009-07-21T04:38:00.000-07:00

This was at Senator Travis Holdmans house. Its great to be a part of this group! If you want more info go to:

wellscountyGOP.com and click on YR

Picture of the Day

2009-07-16T12:07:00.000-07:00

Here's to a good laugh.

The Album

2009-07-16T05:23:00.001-07:00

After working for three days straight, I can gladly say that the album is finished. I'm very happy with the result and look forward to the next wedding!

Four Months and Counting

2009-07-07T13:50:00.000-07:00

Isn't he sooooo.......................bald? Here are just a few pictures from last weekend.

Obsessed with Improv

2009-07-04T06:25:00.001-07:00

I'm lovin' all this improv. This one was really funny (to me at least).

Catching up.

2009-07-01T13:31:00.000-07:00

Well, I'm finally seeing the light from underneath my pile of digital files. :) I have more to post than you can possible imagine. I will start with these, keep checking back, as I will be posting more.

This first session, I went to Indy to take. You all have seen my tinysprouts work, (check out http://www.tinysprouts.com/ for some awesome products), well this is the very cool creator, her hubby, and dogs.

Last weekends wedding was so much fun. Andy and I stayed at the Marriot and got some time away from the kiddos. We took pictures at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. It was gorgeous. The day wasn't too hot (before noon) either. Mel & Jonathan were so much fun to photograph, and are such a nice couple. Here are a few of my favorites (def. more to come!)

And lastly (for now at least) are a few of my favorites from my beautiful cousin and her new fiance. They seriously have stars in their eyes. I could have told them I was dying and I don't think they would have noticed. :) Ok maybe they weren't that bad. Aren't they good looking together though?

First of the Year

2009-06-24T05:13:00.000-07:00

I had my first senior of the year! I had forgotten how much I enjoy taking senior pictures. Shelby did such a good job and was so photogenic.

Potluck.

2009-06-17T15:04:00.000-07:00

We have a fabulous potluck last weekend at the Pond. As you can see a lot of us brought the munchkins (usually we don't). It was a blast!

Waiting

2009-06-16T16:20:00.001-07:00

well, to all of you who are waiting for something from me, whether its previews of your pictures, or your orders, or whatever, I am out of commission for a while. Sore Throat, Fever, Cold Sweats, and Cough. Gag. I promise I will get your stuff to you ASAP, but for right now, I'm going back to bed.

Brothers.

2009-06-13T06:26:00.000-07:00

Ok, lets start out with a nice childhood picture of Vinnie and Jenna. Cute eh? Well maybe Vince, I considered myself an ugly baby but cute child. Here I am, ugly baby Jenna. Mom said I looked like Aunt Ida. Probably not a compliment.

Now here are my boys, its a little obvious who is who, so I won't have you guess (the shirt...). I found the picture where it looked the most similar. There are other pictures where they look night and day different, but this just showed me how much they look alike too. Look at the tongue, isn't that funny?

The differences I notice: Ridge has a wider mouth and wider set eyes. In person, Ridge's nose is very different than Crew's. Ridge has more weight. and finally, my photography really improved. :)

Couldn't help myself.

2009-06-09T18:58:00.000-07:00

I just couldn't resist posting a preview of Reid's pictures. Isn't he GORGOEOUS?! He did a great job, and was happy as a clam the whole time.

On a different note, the first post is for all of you curious people. Its a before and after, the first picture is straight off of the camera (also called SOOC), the second one is after I edited it. Makes a difference, doesn't it? Anyone who wants to get into photography needs a little photoshop skills to help things out.

Fun Family!

2009-06-09T12:22:00.000-07:00

Here are some shots from Fridays session. They were so much fun!

Sneak Peak

2009-06-08T11:00:00.000-07:00

Remember her?

Well L. just turned ONE! Congrats~

Here is a sneak peak from her session... She wasn't so sure about me, but after she warmed up (and was near mommy) she did great. What a cute smile!

Tiny Sprouts Round...Uh? I lost track.

2009-06-05T10:46:00.000-07:00

Ok, here is the first shoot of my boys, and the second one. Neither have I got a great shot of them with the words on their shirt showing. Crew is a TERROR to take pictures of (crossing fingers *please let it just be his age). He is not photogenic and I'm afraid he is also a blinker. And no, its not because I always have the camera in his face. I actually don't have all that many pictures of him. So here are some of the "good" ones.

Weddings Galore!

2009-06-02T12:48:00.000-07:00

Spring and Early summer is a hot spot for weddings. I think everyone gets so bored during the winter, they just decide, hey may as well get married, and BOOM spring time weddings.

Upcoming is Preston and Wendy, Mitch and Jenna, Chandler and Rachel, Ryan and Mandy, and Krent and Amber.

If you are interested in purchasing something from Pampered Chef for all these wedding gifts, let me know!

In June, if you spend $60.00 you get 2 of our rubs (they are AWESOME!) and a free Season's best cookbook (some great, easy recipes!). Lets see thats like what 3 weddings gifts and then you get the enjoyment of grilling with some new rubs (I recommend the Chipotle and the Smokey BBQ!).

Check the online cataloge out here and if you want to order, give me a call or email me with the item number and product!

Welcome Reid!

2009-05-30T05:38:00.000-07:00

Well I don't have a picture of him... yet, but I did want to say a big congrats to Blare and Janel on their new little boy.

Reid Michael.

Born Yesterday after a grueling 4 hours of labor (must be nice eh?), weighing in at 7 lbs 8 oz, and 20 inches. Yesterday, when I talked to Janel she was tired, but doing good. Reid was getting warmed up in the nursery.

I will be taking his pictures soon, watch out for them.

Tiny Sprouts sent little Reid a newborn gown, newborn outfit, blanket, and a hat, so he is already hitting the jackpot!

Round 3,4, & 5 Tiny Sprouts

2009-05-29T12:25:00.000-07:00

Here are some more delicious kiddos that have been my little models. Aren't they dolls?

A Fundraiser or Loving Shepherd International.

2009-05-28T09:47:00.000-07:00

Isn't that what nature is? God's logo. This setting spoke to my heart and I had to catch a few shots. Praise the Lord for His great creation. Even weeds, thorns, bugs, and rain can be absolutely beautiful.

If anyone is intersted in purchasing this in an 11x14 Gallery canvas. It costs $90.00 and all the profit will go to Loving Shepherd Ministries . You can also customize this to whatever verse you would like on it. Email me at jenna@andyandjenna.com if you would like to order one.

Tiny Sprouts: Round 2

2009-05-28T05:45:00.001-07:00

Here are some pictures from my second Tiny Sprouts shoot. Stay tuned, because I have at least 2 more shoots this week!Lexie did a great job, and it was fun to find a few new spots!

Thanks Jess.

The Sweetest

2009-05-22T04:08:00.000-07:00

Aren't these two little beans just the sweetest? I love them dearly!

My fave of Aira. She was getting an outfit change and apparently liked the freedom of being unrestricted of a shirt.

Sweet 6 month old and Crew.

2009-05-17T17:38:00.000-07:00

I have to say, when Crew was six months old I really started to enjoy him and his emerging character. Here is a session from last Friday. She had a rough go sitting up (just like Crew did) and she fell a lot, but was such a good sport and still gave us a few smiles. Thanks Heather!

Here are a few from after the session. Thanks to Sarah, who came down to my house and took care of my boys (fed them breakfast and played with them), I came home to Crew and a kitty. I couldn't resist these pictures. He loves animals, as you can see from the video on Sarah's blog.

a name change

2009-05-15T05:09:00.001-07:00

I am giving fair warning to all my readers. I will be changing my URL soon. I hate to do this, but I have installed blog patrol, and I won't go into to many details, but the name on my blog is linked with some pretty perverted things that I was ignorant about. I really don't want the people that search for that seeing my blog and all the precious kids I put on it. I will let you know when I have the new URL. I realize I may lose some readers through the whole process, but I will keep my old blog up for a while so people can forward on, but eventually I will delete this blog all together, and just use my new one.

Thanks for being patient, and I recommend everyone getting blog patrol on their blog

Tiny Sprouts

2009-05-14T11:54:00.001-07:00

Today we had a very fun shoot (a very wet one, but fun). I am photographing a product line for http://www.tinysprouts.com/ . Its been so fun getting in contact with them, and planning this all out. She (tracey) has been sending me all sorts of adorable clothing, and I found some models to pair them up too. I did two products today, but have maybe 10+ more to go!

Stay tuned for more photos! And if you want to see more from today go here...

www.flickr.com/photos/andyandjenna/

A New Adventure

2009-05-12T18:52:00.000-07:00

Well, I am heading for another adventure, and would love for anyone to join me. I am officially an independent consultant of Pampered Chef. If anyone ever needs any of their fabulous products, just let me know. Every once in a while I'm going to feature a product on my blog. Today is the (drum roll please)....

Pineapple Corer!

Have you ever seen something so wonderful? Just chop off the top and bottom and use this to core it, and deskin it. I never used to buy pineapple before I got this. I hated cutting them up. Now I get them and its super easy to de-skin, core, and chop it up.

Here is a photo of it... If anyone is interested its around 18.00, a steal when you think of buying precut pineapple. It will pay for itself! If you are interested, let me know!

Also host a show and get a bunch of free products. I just had a relatively small show (hosted it) and got $115 in free stuff. It is awesome!

A Variety Post.

2009-05-06T10:39:00.000-07:00

This little dude was so fun to photograph. His furrowed brow just cracks me up. Thanks Gretchen, and good luck with baby number two.

Here are some from Gracie's Session!

Build a Bob

2009-05-05T05:34:00.000-07:00

9 kids, 11 adults, a beautiful day, and a whole bunch of kabobs. CHAOS!

Baby on Board.

2009-05-01T05:46:00.000-07:00

Ok, made you look. Just wanted to give a big CONGRATS to my good friend. Jessica, who is expecting baby number 2! We are so happy for you guys! We hope he/she is just as cute and wonderful as Lexie has been.

Due in November,

The Jig is UP!

2009-04-30T10:58:00.000-07:00

Well, I guess you guys are too smart for my "hint" of a post. Although, I think Alyssa had an unfair advantage being in Chandler and Rachel's wedding and all. If you have time, let me know which one is your favorite, I'm curious which poses people prefer! Thanks!

Here are some of the other images from that rainy day...

Just a Hint.

2009-04-29T05:54:00.000-07:00

Two Months and Contest

2009-04-28T07:07:00.000-07:00

Hey, first of all, head on over to my weight loss blog for a contest that ends tomorrow. I don't have that many entries so you chances are great! (there are two prizes). Click Here.

Second of all, Can you believe Ridge is already 8 weeks old? I would say it flew, but it really hasn't. Here are some "front yard" pictures from last night...for his little book.

Bad Photograph. Good Mom.

2009-04-24T12:39:00.001-07:00

When I tell someone that I am a photographer , people usually just assume I take all good pictures of my kids. Its not true. I have a point and shoot camera just like everyone else, and have yet to master how to take a good picture off of it. :)

Here is some living proof.

Konley. One Year Down.

2009-04-20T13:47:00.000-07:00

I could hardly believe that the sweet little baby Konley, has turned into an official one year old. Its been so easy to photograph her and I have really enjoyed growing a friendship with her mom. Kuddos Andy and Abby on a sweet little girl!

Her first picture from last April (2008)

And her One Year pictures

The Last Straw

2009-04-16T09:55:00.000-07:00

Yesterday:

Crew was grumpy, disobedient, and incredibly annoying (sorry buddy!). I had a head ache and was stressed out all before 10:30. I had gained weight from my last week weigh in, which was discouraging. We didn't have a whole lot of food in the house to feed Crew so he was grumpy, bratty, and hungry. I decided to hit the grocery without the boys... By this time my head was really pounding (why didn't that tylenol work?). I get the most noisy cart you can imagine (of course) and finally finish shopping. I go the check out and the woman says in a friendly voice, "Oh! When are you due??" I was just taken aback a little but said, "actually, I'm done, had him six weeks ago..." She spent the rest of the time back peddling and blabbering on and on about who knows what. Now I'm not in denial. I haven't lost my weight and have a long way to go to tighten this very stretch out abdomen of mine, but COME ON! I didn't need reminded! So that was the last straw. I am no longer going to yo-yo back and forth. After a good cry and some determination, I have started a (drum roll please) DIET. AHHHH!

Because of the nature of my blog (being mostly business) I am going to start a weight loss blog. It will probably be a little boring. Some recipes, some food and exercise journaling... I am not afraid to share my weight, measurements and all those goodies. Maybe it will give others courage to join in!

the new address is

thirtymore.blogspot.com

I haven't posted yet, but will later today.

Miss Jennifer

2009-04-13T05:06:00.000-07:00

I had a great time photographing Jennifer. Isn't she a beaut? A big thanks to the Curry's!

Easy Peasy Bread Bowls

2009-04-07T13:58:00.000-07:00

Easy Peasy Bread Bowls

Preheat oven to 400 degrees
Buy One Roll of Pillsbury Pizza Crust dough (not the thin crust)
Take it out of the package
Do NOT roll it out.
Cut it into thirds
Smoosh each third until its about four inches in diameter Cut side down
Brush with Olive Oil
Sprinkle w/ Parm
Bake for 20-25 minutes until Dark Gold

Ava & Bea

2009-03-31T07:28:00.001-07:00

I had a great time with Ava & Bea yesterday. Ava was a ham and a cheese, and Bea was as sweet as candy! Thanks a lot, Jessa!

Workout Routine

2009-03-30T05:16:00.000-07:00

Well, now that the whole pregnancy thing is over, once again I have to deal with all that leftover weight from the "baby". :) I'm making a public challenge. Just for this week (start small right?) that I will...

workout three times this week,

for 30 minutes, and

one of those times has to be cardio,

the other times have to be moderate (quick walking for example) or strength training.

My regular duties (cleaning, laundry, chasing Crew...) do not count.

If any one else wants to join in... go for it! Misery loves company. ;)

Easter Delight: A Special for you!

2009-03-24T06:01:00.000-07:00

Sneak Peek!

2009-03-18T10:56:00.000-07:00

The Newborn Pictures are Officially DONE! Woo hoo! I'm not going to post my favorites until after the announcements are out, but here is a couple!

Really wishing that I would have taken off his socks!

First "bath"

2009-03-12T07:42:00.000-07:00

Well Ridge can't officially take a bath yet, because of his cord, but I did give him a sponge bath yesterday (trying to wake him up). Lets just say he didn't appreciate it very much...but he did wake up!

And No, my lighting didn't change, he is just that red from being ANGRY!

We Survived Week One!

2009-03-09T12:35:00.000-07:00

Well, just to prove that we are still alive over here, here is a commemorative photo post of week number 1. GOOD RIDDENS!

I haven't done his newborn photos yet, but will post some when I do! Stay Tuned!

Ridge Calahan.

2009-03-03T09:51:00.001-08:00

Well, I'm sure most of the world has heard through the grapevine by now, but yesterday was an eventful day! I went into the hospital at 7:30 am, and had our new baby boy at 3:39 pm. Overall, everything went very well, and we are so happy that he is healthy and strong. Oh and for all of you that know and love Dr. Davis, he delivered Ridge. :)

He weighed in at a whopping 9lbs 3oz (I was shocked!) and was 21.5 inches long. (Crew was 7lbs 8oz and 21.5).

and what is a post without pictures???

Oh and a comparison picture from Crew's newborn collection...

Favorite Friday

2009-02-27T10:52:00.000-08:00

Hey, well today is a "Favorite Friday", which I've never had before and probably will never have again. I was just searching through my pictures for something and stumbled upon this one. Its a great capture of "Grandpa Ted" which is Susan's dad and Andy's grandpa. The man is a riot, a hoot, a blast! He is a retired vet, and was rather fetching in his day... He has strong opinions but a soft heart, and is very protective over his grandchildren (You know those toys that have holes in them and you stick shapes through them...he tried to get us to throw away the shapes because of a choking hazard). We love him, but don't get to see him near enough! Anyway, this ones for you Grandpa Tedro.

*Andy captured this awesome shot! I love the smile lines and the cigar smoke.

*edited to add a picture of one of their horses...

Praising the Lord!

2009-02-26T10:31:00.000-08:00

Well, as some of you may know, and most of you don't. My mom had a PET scan last week to check and see if her cancer had returned. (She had non-hodgkins lymphoma in 2007). Its always a scary time for our family, but this week we are happy to report that she is CANCER FREE! We are all so excited. She even had something during her last PET that they were going to keep an eye on, and that was even gone. Dr. K told her, "You are one lucky lady, and have angels watching over you." We are so thankful for the Great Healer, and all of our friends and family that have poured over our family with prayer. Again thanks...

And keep Connie Kaehr in your prayers, as we know what she is going through, all the unknowns are very scary.

This was taken on Thanksgiving of 2007. It was in the middle of her chemo.

This was taken this year in January when Mom, Crew, and I went to Disney world (you can see Snow White in the background). I just notice so much light in her eyes, and you can just tell she feels so much better. Praise the Lord!

A Year in Review...Picture Overload

2009-02-23T13:30:00.000-08:00

I have recently been sifting through all my photos, changing my web galleries, and working my flickr account. It has been quite addictive, surprisingly. Anywho, I just wanted to thank everyone who has had me take pictures for them. I have learned so much and had bunches of fun in the process. God has richly blessed us! Now a few of these are a little older, but I just sifted through what was already on flickr.

If you ever want to check out more pictures.... http://flickr.com/photos/andyandjenna/
or check my website, as I have updated most if not all of my galleries.

Here are some favorites...

This last one wasn't taken by me, as it is me. :) Thanks hubby!

One Crazy Cat.

2009-02-21T18:50:00.000-08:00

This is how I found him, when I turned back around. His favorite boots, his dog, sitting in the fridge... his expression is like, "whats the big deal?"

He gets so grossed out by these lizards, as you can see by his dramatic expression.

Rhett....

2009-02-19T19:27:00.000-08:00

What a sweet heart, and those LIPS! I just love baby lips. Thanks Britt, for sharing your sweet miracle with the world!

This is definately one of my all time favorite images hand down. It just screams "pinch my cheeks", and I would love to see it in a big wall canvas.

I had so many cute ones of his sweet face, I just had to put them in a collage! Its an 11x14 size, and also think it would make a great canvas... I'm on a canvas kick!

Some New Images...Finally!

2009-02-19T06:48:00.000-08:00

So this morning, I had a small burst of energy. Small being the key word. I now am pooped. I decided to try and get a few shots of Crew before I have the baby, just in case I don't get around to his 18 month pictures. He did pretty good taking the pictures, the only bad thing being when I would tell him to sit still, he thought he was in trouble and would start crying. :) Bless his heart. I have a few that I really like, but will post a lot of them on here.

Oh and a confession... when I was doing his hair, I totally cut his bangs just so his spike would look better... I just hope it looks ok when its not spiked. :)

*edited to add this picture, I just bought some Lily blue actions and I LOVE this one... called "honey"

One of my personal favorites... very Tart!

I love the way his lips look in this shot.

The Francesi "lazy eye"...looks like Uncle Vince...

He was going "nigh nigh"

The majority of the expressions I get out of him look like this... I'm sure someday when he gets in that "cheezy" stage, I'll be begging for this expression.

This is when I was trying to distract him by having him name his anatomy...you can tell he is saying "Noooooose"

Thought he was in trouble

Def. My favorite expression, and probably my favorite picture (although I really like the first one)

This was the first picture, and he wasn't too excited about having to sit in one spot.

A great chance for me.

2009-02-16T13:04:00.000-08:00

Well as you all know, my blog roll is not yet updated, but some of the first people I added back were both Holly (bloggingwithholly.blogspot.com) and Amanda. These are two amazing photographers that I have learned so much from just from viewing their blogs. We'll I have wanted to attend their workshops for a while now and they are giving one away. I know its really soon to the "hopeful" birth of my son, but if I won, I would take it as my "go ahead" and trek out there (Mesa, AZ) to learn more about photography and how to become better at it. I always have an end goal in my head when I take pictures, what I want to to look like, etc, but usually don't achieve it and occaisionally when I do, I'm so surprised. So If I could attend this workshop, then I would hopefully be more predictable!

I hyperlinked their names so you can check out their blogs, or you can check out the Picture life workshop blog here... (http://www.picturelifeworkshop.blogspot.com/)

What? A new Post???

2009-02-16T06:05:00.000-08:00

Well, I know its been a really long time, but I finally unloaded my camera, or at least one of them, stay tuned for another unload of Andy and I's trip. These are just some random pictures, some of baby prep, and others just for fun.

This is the diaper cake that my mom and I made (really she came up with it, I just helped pin) for Jessica's shower.

Crew getting ready for the baby... (Mr. Photogenic)

Crew's "new" bedroom (our old office)

The Nursery

Cute Little One Month Old

2009-01-28T18:16:00.000-08:00

Here is little Will, and for all of those who went to school with me, its Adam Ault & Jessica Brickley (now Ault)'s son. He was so good for this shoot!

Meet Jones.

2009-01-27T13:57:00.000-08:00

Meet Jones.

He is a turtle.

I want one of my children to love him, hold him, carry him around... until his neck falls off or stuffing starts coming out.

So far no luck. He is still fully stuffed and unloved.

Maybe this next baby.

My Improved... yet not so new blog.

2009-01-25T18:18:00.000-08:00

Well after getting motivated to change things up a little bit, I revamped my blog. In the process (several hour process), I managed to delete all my links, and about throw the computer into the snow several times. I finally spent three hours searching for my original template, and one hour on the phone with my brother... THANKS VINCE! He's my techno-hero.

Thanks for being patient, and I will slowly be adding my links back in. (argh)

Anyways, Here is another of Shiloh's pictures..

be patient!

2009-01-23T19:29:00.001-08:00

I'm working on the ol' blog... You'll have to give me some time.

:)

Shiloh is such a doll!

2009-01-23T11:58:00.000-08:00

Thanks Jeff & Sarah for letting me capture your little girl. She was such a blast and so photogenic! Call me up, anytime!

I loved both the color and the "tart"

Happy Birthday Mitters!

2009-01-22T13:06:00.001-08:00

Guess who's 1... and walking?

Konley...

2009-01-19T13:22:00.000-08:00

Once again, a great session with little Konley!

Finally decided!

2009-01-17T10:56:00.000-08:00

Well after approx.

33.5 weeks

We have ordered

"The Hat"

Its very momumental in this house.
Its very exciting also.
So no going back now...

for those who don't know what "the hat" is.... here is a picture of a previous "the hat" we bought.

So in other words...

WE HAVE OUR NAME!!

Beautiful Baby

2009-01-09T13:23:00.001-08:00

What a beautiful baby girl... and so cooperative! This is Myah, not even 2 weeks old!

My New Room

2009-01-08T16:43:00.000-08:00

So, mom spent all day yesterday organizing my new bedroom. I guess there's some other kid taking over my old one. I had a bunch a fun breaking in my new mattress. Here's some photos from the day!

Crew

Finally a New post!

2009-01-03T09:52:00.001-08:00

I had the oppurtunity of taking a sweet little newborn girl...

Enjoy!

Ok, so I know I said...

2008-12-16T05:13:00.001-08:00

I know I said, that I was done for the year, but some habits die hard! I took Mr. Mitt's pictures last week, and they turned out so cute. I can't wait for his one year, then maybe we can do a recap!

Here are a few from the shoot.

and the winner is................

2008-12-10T14:15:00.000-08:00

Hello all!

I'm sure you were all very anxious about who one our spectacular contest! Well, this afternoon I ripped up the names and let Crew draw. And he picked......

Jacki!

Congrats and Thank you to everyone who participated. After deliberating a little more, I will post the winner of the favorite name.

Last Day!

2008-12-09T11:22:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone.

Just a reminder that you can only submit your names for the contest until noon tomorrow. And remember, if you submit my favorite name, there will be a special prize!

Good luck!

The CONTEST!

2008-12-03T08:04:00.001-08:00

Well, first of all Happy belated Thanksgiving and a Merry Christmas!

In honor of Christmas and the spirit of giving, I'm finally doing my Christmas giveaway!

It is an original piece from Lynn David (click here for more delicious handbags). I am so excited about it and have been tempted to keep this for myself!

Here are the Requirements to WIN!

Because we are having a difficult time coming up with baby names...

1. You must submit a comment with 3 or more baby boy names that I might like. Keep in mind my sons name is Crew Anderson. If you can't think of any names, please still comment.

2. You can live anywhere! I will ship it!

3. The contest ends in one week (December 10, 2008) at 12 noon.

4. To pick my winner, I will draw the name out randomly (because some people have an unfair advantage). However, the person who picks my favorite name will receive a special prize!

So as a recap, comment with 3 names that are similar to my style by noon on December 10, and you can win this fabulous gift... for yourself or someone else!
Enjoy!

my hubby. the artiste.

2008-11-23T18:47:00.000-08:00

Who says engineers can't be artists? They haven't met Andy. He took so many beautiful landscapes in Florida. I have to share my 2 faves.

vacation

2008-11-17T16:44:00.000-08:00

You.

Me.

Just kidding... Its actually been pretty cold, but perfect for laying out. Here is another place we went that was fantastically pretty.

On our way!

2008-11-15T07:58:00.000-08:00

Well, we are sitting in the airport ready to head off. So far Crew is having a blast. He's adventuring all around the very cool airport. He of course is hamming it up for everyone.
Anyways, I may or may not post this week, it just depends if the weather is nice or not. If its nice I fully plan on coming back looking like this...

Contest Time is a Comin'

2008-11-13T05:05:00.000-08:00

Stay tuned for a super cool contest. All I have to do is pick up the prize (which I custom ordered). Trust me, you don't want to miss this!

Cell phones of the world Unite....against me.

2008-11-11T14:00:00.000-08:00

Cell phone Number 1: Cute little blue thang (Lost at a hotel when I was up sick all night and didn't particularly care how our stuff got back in our van the next day)
Cell Phone Number 2: Used Allen and Susan's old phone. After a week of hardcore chit chat, it just blitzed out on me. argh.
Cell Phone Number 3: Used Allen and Susan's other old phone. After about two weeks, I woke up one morning and found it in the toilet... hm... who could have put it there?
Cell Phone Number 4: (Today's catastrophe). Used Andy's old but still very cool phone (it actually had a camera.. :) ). Found it in the washer. My fault. but even more irritating.

So Yes. I have gone through 4 cell phones in 3 months. I am ordering one off of craigslist as we speak for very cheap. Narf. I hate technology sometime.

Catch Up Time... Warning Picture OVERLOAD!

2008-11-07T05:49:00.000-08:00

Sorry its been so long. Here are some of my recent sessions.

This is Carson. Isn't she beautiful? She was so fun loving and photogenic

These are my adorable cousins. Chloe was model material and Mason was so funny and cute. Kind of at that cheesy stage which made it all the more fun.

Check it out!

2008-11-05T13:10:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone, You may or may not have noticed some of the new additions to my blogroll. I'm spotlighting "Blogography". She has some really cool pictures and is currently having a contest right now. Check her out!

Thanks!

Booked with Blessings

2008-11-03T11:32:00.000-08:00

After much deliberation and some good advice from a friend, I have decided that November is now closed for photoshoots. I am still willing to design cards, but am too booked to continue taking pictures. December still has some openings for now. Thanks to everyone for being so supportive of my glorified hobby!

And because I can't resist posting a picture.

Gage...

2008-11-01T11:57:00.000-07:00

What a DOLL, is all I can say. I have never seen a newborn this alert. Thanks, Tara!

Yo Ho Yo Ho... A pirates life for me...

2008-10-31T11:08:00.000-07:00

Well, this year Crew's costume is a Pirate... which I think is totally appropriate for his personality. Unfortunately, today he had a fever and a bad case of the whines. We felt so sorry for him. You could tell he was achy and miserable. Anywho, we may trick-or-treat to the grandparents on a different day. Regardless though, here are some pictures of his costume (not taken today).

And such a funny picture, think of the wagon like a lobster ship and Crew's the captain... "Land Ho!"

What, wait 2 posts in one day?

2008-10-29T11:51:00.000-07:00

As I was searching my computer for something, I found this. I need to post it, because today is Jessica's birthday. This was one of the scrapbook pages I did for her. Happy birthday Jess!

Take that, Google Reader! :)

Did you know that...

2008-10-29T07:36:00.001-07:00

We design cards without taking the pictures? I know that I don't like to wait until I'm pasty white and wearing a sweater to take a Christmas picture. I'd much rather use a summer vacation snapshot. If you are interested in a custom Christmas card without the fall/winter session, feel free to give us up a call. We still design modern, trendy cards that says what you want to say. They can be double sided cards, collage cards, 4x8 photocards, folded or even trifold cards, metallic, pearl... whatever you want!

Just email me at jenna@andyandjenna.com if your interested (the sooner the better)!

Now enough with the "sales" call. :) Here are some pics I took of my lovely cousins, and their adorable son.

Thanks Rob & Kristiana!

The One Week Challenge

2008-10-27T05:42:00.000-07:00

Ok, so for the health of my body (and mind), I am making my one week challenge a public matter. If anyone wants to join me feel free! Obviously, I'm not doing this to lose weight but to gain a healthier mind set and perhaps not gain as much weight. See below for my rules. If you decide to join the challenge, tell me so in comments, and use this tag to post on your blog, then post your own rules.

Rule #1: Must weigh myself every day and write it down. (When I'm pregnant I tend to go weeks w/out weighing)

Rule #2: Must exercise a collective 2 hours per week and track it. This can be in the form of anything that is specifically exercising. I can't count my sweeping the house as 10 minutes, because I am going to do that anyways, and it hasn't helped me thus far.

Rule #3: Must drink 64 oz of fluids a day. I don't do pop or coffee, but if I did I wouldn't allow those to count.

Rule #4: Have three nice meals a day, but (My hardest) If I eat between meals it has to be a healthy snack. Fruit, Veggie, Yogurt, or light popcorn. I will NOT eat chips and salsa, I will NOT eat chips and salsa.

Rule #5: On Sundays, I can only have one sweet thing at the church table that is NOT a donut.

Exception : If I do an exercise video, I can have an unhealthy snack.

A Week in Review

2008-10-22T06:34:00.000-07:00

Still Cleaning

2008-10-16T13:27:00.000-07:00

EEEK! After 4 days, we are still going strong with the fall cleaning. It is feeling so good, yet is so exhausting!
Anyways, I managed to get these done in between.

Once again

2008-10-13T13:07:00.000-07:00

Today, I have been working frantically on cleaning out closets, and toys, and everything. WHY, I ask did I wait until the last minute to do this? Tomorrow the salvation army comes around to our houses to pick up all the stuff you want to donate. Sounds great to me, I only have to make andy drag it to the curb! Thats awesome! Anywho, so far I have cleaned out my closet (getting rid of two leaf bags of clothes/shoes and one bag of trash, and am in the process of cleaning out toys. Now, however, I am to the overwhelmed stage. I am sitting amongst unorganized stuff, and have the same piles in two other rooms, not to mention three loads of laundry left and groceries to put away. HELP! I'M IN TOO DEEP!

Jessica.

2008-10-09T05:57:00.000-07:00

I had a blast taking her pictures (and the evidence is the 105 EDITED pictures, not to mention all the pictures that got cut).

Tag...

2008-10-08T06:46:00.000-07:00

Ok, here are my seven random things ...

I would rather have a cloudy chilly fall day, then a sunny one.
I have never washed all my windows (eek... mom will not be proud...)
I'm afraid of free open heights such as climbing mountains, the state park tower, sitting on high edges, but I love flying and rollar coasters. (I do force myself to do things though, so the fear doesn't get to bad, I climb the tower everyyear, and I enjoy a good hike up a mountain)
I start listening to Christmas music in September (usually only on cloudy days). Not the stuff that gets played on the radio and drives everyone crazy, but instead I have my own collection.
When I was in kindergarten, my dad was home with me every other day. He and I would drive to Fort Wayne to get his pay check sometimes, and my favorite singer back then was Buddy Holly. Other days I would stay home and while dad slept for work I would watch tv. I loved Laverne and Shirley. Seriously, what kindergartener listens to Buddy Holly and watches Laverne and Shirley?
I absolutely love Mexico, I've been there at least 7 times, and look forward to many more oppurtunities.
I'm actually dreading picking out a name for this next baby. I usually am obsessed with names, but for this child, I don't even know where to start. I feel as though I've exhausted all my resources and still haven't found another boys name I like that doesn't start with a C.

Now for my tagging: (very difficult since Sarah tagged all my saved blogs.. :) )

1. Jodi

2.Brooke

3. Janelle

4.Luke

Ok... yeah I'm out.

Funny

2008-10-07T18:54:00.000-07:00

Hm..

2008-10-07T13:37:00.001-07:00

I couldn't think of a post today, so I will just post two very funny pictures of my SIL and BIL.

No one was harmed in the shooting of this picture.

They tried their Vogue modeling skills.

The past and future.

2008-10-06T11:25:00.001-07:00

Well, sometimes I fall upon a website that just catches me funny. This site is one of those times, and of course I was countless precious time, messing around on it, but it is great fun.

http://www.yearbookyourself.com/

It allows you to put in a picture and then see how you would look during different time periods. So funny! I did Andy, Crew, and I.

And now there is another website: http://www.makemebabies.com/ that you can put your picture in and see what your "future" child is going to look like. I thought the child looked impressively close to Crew. Who knows!

Four and a Half Weeks

2008-10-04T08:03:00.000-07:00

Four and a Half weeks until sunny bliss! What seems to be becoming a tradition, we are venturing down to Marco Island with Klint and Sarah to soak up the sun. Well at least we hope we can soak up the sun. This year is going to be a little different than the past.

Last Year:

Went to Orlando
Drove down in a van
Had Main seat down and put down tons of blankets
Drove through the night
Slept in
Stayed up Late
Packed a swimsuit and a few outfits
Went to Disney World
Ate out late in the evening
Saw a show
Sarah spent half the week with morning sickness
Laid out for hours on end with no interuptions
Pregnant

This Year (forcasting):

Going to Marco Island
Taking a 14 month old and a 10 month old
Can't put the seats down because of car seats
Andy and I are not driving
Taking half the house including a pack-and-play, stroller, carseat, diapers, clothes, floaty, towel, blanket, sandtoys, video camera, big camera, little camera, swim diapers, hat, tons of sunscreen, a fan.... the list goes on.
Can't lay out for hours interrupted, kids gotta nap, play and eat you know.
Sarah will NOT spend half the week in the bathroom.
Scratch the whole sleeping in thing (at least for us)
Probably not going to see any shows
Probably won't really leave the condo
Oh wait... Still pregant

You know though, even with all the nonrelaxing parts of this up and coming trip. I am probably looking forward to it even more. It is amazing how much you love your kids to experience things, and I can't wait to be with Crew when he sees the ocean for the first time, and most likely tries to eat the sand, when andy takes him in the waves (they will probably be cold.. . maybe we should pack the wetsuits... :) ), and to watch him play with Emitt on the beach. Yes, I can say I am super excited for this hassle of a trip!

Last years Recap: