We braved the cold, dreary and windy day to take photos of one of the cutest families of all times---the Sperrazzas! I met the Sperrazzas last fall and fell in love with Adam's little personality. red hair and gigglies....now he is all grown up at three years old and just adores his new little brother Jonah (as you can see with the amount of hugs he gives Jonah through the photos!)
First task: Tickling Adam! :)
Second task: Cuddles on the couch with baby Jonah!
First task: Tickling Adam! :)
Second task: Cuddles on the couch with baby Jonah!
I can NEVER get enough of cute little babies and their teensie hats to brave the MN cold!!!!
Some more hugs from Adam to Jonah!
You Sperrazzas are fun loving, adorable and full of personality and it is always a JOY to watch your family grow and photograph it! :) I hope that Adam continues to hug Jonah as much as he does every day as they grow over the next few months......
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Coffee with cream, chocolate and wine and conversations with good friends was my weekend (as I happily say with a smile on my face)...all in the name of knitting of course. Our knitting club, the knitch, went up north on probably what was *the best* weekend of this fall to relax, rejuvenate and have some much-needed girl time. And that is precisely what we did....
The Pond View Lodge was our destination and it was (simply put) filled with perfection the ENTIRE weekend! The owners of the lodge, the Paulsens, do a magnificent job at creating a comfy-cozy, rest-easy environment that we didn't want to leave. They are located up north in Fredrick, WI and *MAN* is it gorgeous....they have restored an old 1940's barn into a getaway with a gigantic (fully stocked) kitchen, beautiful rest-friendly bedrooms, luxurious bathrooms and a perfect relaxing great room! We rested, we relaxed, we knitted and we LOVED it.....
The Pond View Lodge was our destination and it was (simply put) filled with perfection the ENTIRE weekend! The owners of the lodge, the Paulsens, do a magnificent job at creating a comfy-cozy, rest-easy environment that we didn't want to leave. They are located up north in Fredrick, WI and *MAN* is it gorgeous....they have restored an old 1940's barn into a getaway with a gigantic (fully stocked) kitchen, beautiful rest-friendly bedrooms, luxurious bathrooms and a perfect relaxing great room! We rested, we relaxed, we knitted and we LOVED it.....
GOOD MORNING!
Out for an afternoon hike for some fresh air...
Our (somewhat) finished projects....
...And rest we did! Pond View Lodge is amazing and we loved every second of our trip. If it weren't for the KNITCH girls my life would be boring. :) I LOVE YOU ALL...
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becky says:
looks like you guys had a FANTASTIC weekend! yay! love all the "finished" projects and can't wait to see your quilt!!
(10.20.09 @ 7:28AM)
Matie Kikels says:
Wonderful pictures Em! You captured the weekend perfectly! (of course) Can't wait for the next gathering! Love you all!
(10.20.09 @ 3:02PM)
Karissa says:
Looks like you girls had a ton of fun! Does teh KNITCH have room for one more?
(10.26.09 @ 4:15PM)
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One of my most favorite families is gracing the blog! :) THE OLSONS!!!!!
I have been photographing little Max every few months for over a year now and I feel like I should be eating Thanksgiving dinner with the Olsons because I know them so well! :) And man, do they have a fun and energetic family with their 3 boys! Reed, Jack and Max are near the bestest of friends....although Max does get yelled at every once and awhile for playing with the "big kid" toys, but they still have a genuine brotherly love for one another! What more can a Mom ask for right?!?!?
Mr. Grumpy Pants....
I have been photographing little Max every few months for over a year now and I feel like I should be eating Thanksgiving dinner with the Olsons because I know them so well! :) And man, do they have a fun and energetic family with their 3 boys! Reed, Jack and Max are near the bestest of friends....although Max does get yelled at every once and awhile for playing with the "big kid" toys, but they still have a genuine brotherly love for one another! What more can a Mom ask for right?!?!?
Mr. Grumpy Pants....
After a quick warm-up inside with the boys, I walked out to find Ang and Max singing ABC's together in the field......I nearly teared up! :)
I *love* me some backlight!! (especially when the sun is THIS golden!)
Apparently the sword fighting with the grass got a little out of hand and polked Max in the eye. Whoops!
I love boys!
I wish that I was half as cool as the Olson family---seriously you guys are fun, energetic and down-right caring and genuine! I love the time I spend with you guys! :)
I love boys!
I wish that I was half as cool as the Olson family---seriously you guys are fun, energetic and down-right caring and genuine! I love the time I spend with you guys! :)
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Ang says:
O Em- I have been sick for almost a week and these shots made me feel better immediately!!! I love the crying one, I love the oversmiling one of Reed, I LOVE the Golden sun rays swallowing up my family!!! I love your eye,,,,and miss you already!!! 18 months cannot come fast enough!!!!! Love ANg
(10.14.09 @ 8:44PM)
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Hattie and Dave are more than excited to be planning their February 2010 wedding at the gorgeous St. James Hotel in Red Wing! Their vintage modern style will fit the venue perfectly and I simply can't wait to see how everything plays out. With Hattie's graphic design background I just *know* that all the details will be perfect and stunning!
Hattie's gorgeous smile and Dave's outgoing personality are a perfect match for one another, and it was evident throughout their session. Their love for the outdoors helped them brave the chilly, rainy day that we were shooting in......they were troopers.
Hattie's gorgeous smile and Dave's outgoing personality are a perfect match for one another, and it was evident throughout their session. Their love for the outdoors helped them brave the chilly, rainy day that we were shooting in......they were troopers.
Check out these HOT fall colors---I think we timed it perfectly! :)
Hattie and Dave, I soooo can't wait to play a role in your big day this February! Let's pray for mother nature to give us a warmer than usual February winter day! :)
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Hattie says:
Thanks Emily!! I love these photos and can't wait to see the others!
(10.13.09 @ 9:37PM)
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You may remember the little smile and gigantic, beautiful blue eyes of Mr. Henry from a few months ago...I couldn't believe that he was 7 months already when his Mom called for his next shoot. With all of his little chunk and perfect smiles we headed out to the grassy fields and changing leaves for some photos of this little man.....and Henry was more than happy to pose for the camera! He is simply perfect and we could have been out there for hours upon hours with him!
WHAT?!?! Is there something on my head...what?!?!?.....
Henry your cheeks are chubby, your blue eyes are perfect and your baby chunk makes me smile. Let's get together sometime.....you are enough to make any bad day turn into a good one! :)
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AJ and Michelle are 2 lovebirds that have known each other for years and used to ride the same bus together in middle school! :) But it wasn't until their college years that they really discovered the undoubted need to have one another in their life FOREVER and started their romantic relationship.....and the rest is history. Just one glance over at them as look into one another eye's and you know that their future holds romance, joy and downright fun in their marriage!
Despite the monsoon we had gotten the week prior and the few sprinkles that lasted the morning of their wedding day....nothing was going to stop them from celebrating their head over heals love for one another!! Their day was perfect. With the vows at their childhood church and the celebration ending at the GORGEOUS Rochester Country Club both the guests and the bridal party celebrated with the newlyweds as they shared their first night at MR and MRS! :)
Despite the monsoon we had gotten the week prior and the few sprinkles that lasted the morning of their wedding day....nothing was going to stop them from celebrating their head over heals love for one another!! Their day was perfect. With the vows at their childhood church and the celebration ending at the GORGEOUS Rochester Country Club both the guests and the bridal party celebrated with the newlyweds as they shared their first night at MR and MRS! :)
Meanwhile....the guys were getting ready themselves...
A little rain can't stop these two! This one just makes me smile....
AJ's Mom was OH-so-excited to add a girl into the family mix....
This moment between Michelle and her Dad right before walking down the isle makes my heart melt... :)
This moment between Michelle and her Dad right before walking down the isle makes my heart melt... :)
Some time in Peace Plaza before heading to the celebration.
Isn't Michelle just stunning (although I am sure you already thought that....) WOWZAASSS girl!
I couldn't get over how ROCKSTAR Molly the Trolly was.....soooo some photo time in front of her. :) My favorites from the day...
Their reception was not only PACKED with their most favorite family and friends but the details were awesome!
AJ and Michelle, as you sit on the beaches of Hawaii I hope that you are relaxing, cuddling and soooo loving being husband and wife! :) Your wedding was stunning and we were all honored to play a part! We wish you many MN nights in your new home snuggling up to the fire this winter! :)
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Gina Zeidler says:
LOVE this wedding and all the shoes! Great Job!!
(10. 8.09 @ 9:07AM)
Michelle and AJ Bouquet says:
thanks for everything Emily...the photos look AWESOME! we can't wait to see more!
(10. 8.09 @ 1:10PM)
Anonymous says:
THE SHOES, ROCK MY SOCKS OFF!
(10. 9.09 @ 3:47PM)
Annlia Way says:
Looks like a beautiful wedding. Emily sure has captured wonderfully how beautiful the couple is. Big congratulations to you, Michelle and AJ and of course, Michelle's parents (whom I know).
(10. 9.09 @ 4:16PM)
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they turned out awesome! you guys look super cute and i love the winter hat for Jonah!!
(10.22.09 @ 1:16PM)