The story of how Rori and Matt met is nothing less than hysterical, and totally gives proof that this pair was truly meant to be. They tell the story best, but let's just say it has to do with an ad on craigslist, funny friends, and a fantastic sense of humor.

I found their playfulness so contagious during our shoot, but also discovered their passion for each other to be so genuine. Their wedding this September is sure to be full of laughter and love.

Rori & Matt, you guys are such a joy to be around... we can't even begin to tell you how excited we are for your wedding! Thank you so very much for choosing us :)

Liz and Jeff will be getting married on the 4th of July this year... and while a disappointed bride will be lacking fireworks at her wedding due to country club rules, the happy couple certainly shared more than a few sparks during their e-shoot just a couple of weeks ago. And we have just the footage to prove it.

A candid sense of humor complimented by a sweet closeness and passion make these two too adorable to resist. We had a day full of adventures in the park with them & learned that Liz is one of the bravest brides in town, willing to do anything for a great photo :)

And to the bride and groom - we are soooo excited for your wedding this summer! Thank you for your patience while we made these images extra-fabulous for you :) I can't wait to get started on your engagement book!!

On Friday evening, around 11:30pm, I received a text from my sister-in-law that her water had broke. Jake and Shelley and I were still awake, going over our game plan and packing all of our equipment for the wedding we were shooting that very next day.

I celebrated with a mini jump for joy. Not just because I was going to win the family pool for guessing the correct day (even though I had been warned that no prizes were going to be given to anyone who dared guess past her scheduled due date), but because I knew that very soon, we would be able to meet our very first niece! (Addison is preceded by her 2 year old brother, Harrison, and we have 3 nephews on my side of the family as well.)

Even though Tish's pregnancy had been slightly less glamorous than she had hoped (that last month was a bit uncomfortable for her), her labor was a story I will happily tell any pregnant woman I meet. All went very well, and sometime around 3:30am, little Addison Marie was born.

Before heading to the wedding, we stopped off at the hospital to see our favorite new baby girl. Camera in tow, of course. Here she is, held so dearly by Grandma Elsa. Well done Tish & Jesse!! Congrats!!

It is my guilty pleasure.

It has been for some time now... two years to be precise. For awhile, it was fun to keep private... my secret getaway from an often chaotic world of weddings and portraits. It is so different from my normal routine, and because it is such a fantastic pleasure, it just feels so unfair that I am keeping it all to myself.

So, today, I share with you my dirty little secret.

She does not wear a silk wedding gown, nor the giggles & cheer of small children, though someday, she may have the pleasure of giving them all a place to call h-o-m-e.

While I do work for many Realtors, all of the images listed here are new construction homes built by the McNaughton Group, and sold by TeamBuilder John L Scott. I have photographed homes in several of their neighborhoods, and am continuously amazed at the design.

Details such as granite countertops, stone fireplaces, tiled details in the kitchens and baths, and beautiful crown moulding will make you seriously doubt the great prices of these brand new homes.

Each home has an amazing use of square footage, making them feel larger than life. The kitchens are always open to the living rooms, making them feel spacious, yet sociable. A place where families and friends could easily entertain and live comfortably. And upstairs, where the bedrooms typically are, the hallways have a certain flow, making everyone feel like they have their own wing of the house. Some rooms even have French doors.

And the master baths? Well... you'll just have to go see for yourselves ;)

View the Village Communities website here for more information.