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{Friday Favorites}

Written on January 13, 2012 by mariaglassford in Uncategorized

- My redecorated/refurnished office!! The past few weeks, we’ve spent hours working on completely redoing my office and I’m thrilled to say it’s finally DONE. Thank you to my hubby for doing all the labor, while I partook in the fun part of shopping and buying. I can’t wait to share because I love how it turned out!! Photos to come…but here’s a sneak peak of the desk I spent almost all day Tuesday driving to pick up and bring back.

(iphone photo)

- In BIG and EXCITING news…a New Mexico Wedding!!! AHHH!! Remember Valerie and Joe? I remember leaving their engagement shoot hoping and praying that I would somehow be chosen to shoot their wedding. Little did I know, they already had an account started where they were saving their sky miles to take care of my flight. So, it’s now official: I am New Mexico bound in August to shoot what is going to be a crazy fabulous day. Their wedding planning is going incredibly well and I can’t wait to see everything come together on their big day!

- My daughter’s gymnastics meet. Although I may go broke from her being in the sport, I’m proud and love watching her flourish as a gymnast. This past weekend we headed up to Tampa for her first official meet and she went home 4 medals richer and pretty darn excited for her next meet in 2 weeks.

- A full DVR. It may drive some people crazy, but I love knowing there are a ton of shows and movies waiting for me.

- The book my dear sister got me for Christmas- “Because He Loves Me” by Elyse Fitzpatrick. I’m not far yet, but it’s already rocking my world and changing my perspective on godliness.

- I’m officially addicted to Ghirardelli Crisp Chocolate Bars. As in, I embarrassingly went into Home Goods tonight to buy some because this store (and others like it) are the only place you can get them. I know, I know..who in the world does that!? I promise though they’re to die for and because of my newfound addiction, I am committing to get to the gym at least 3 times next week.

Happy Friday and Hello Weekend!!!

Myla: {Fort Myers Hospital Shoot}

Written on January 11, 2012 by mariaglassford in Babies

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Hospital shoots are hands down one of my favorite sessions I get to do. It’s an experience that is so incredibly special and the amount and level of different emotions is probably at an all time high, for most people in the room. I feel like “priceless” is the closest word I can use to describe the moments and hours following a birth (and moments I sooo wish I could replay in my own life!!).

So, needless to say, I was ecstatic when previous clients, Alisa and Kevin, contacted me about doing a hospital shoot for their little girl. Their wedding day, which was at the gorgeous Miromar Lakes, was one of my favorites of all time. Not only was the venue and event wonderful, but I was blessed to work with this couple who is so in love, incredibly fun, down to earth, and so selfless.

Alisa and Kevin, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! I am thrilled for you guys as you begin life as a family of 3. Your baby girl is beautiful and she is so blessed to have parents as awesome as you both. Thanks so much for allowing me to follow you and capture your journey of life together for the the past few years. Love you guys!

Enough writing, since I know everyone here is ready to see little Myla…Just a little less than 24 hours old, here is the “Product of Alevin”!

And this is why I love doing these hospital shoots so much. One of my favorite Myla/Mommy pictures…LOVE.

I’m sure you’re wanting more Myla- CLICK HERE for the slideshow to see a little more….

Lauren & Bill: {Fort Myers Maternity Session }

Written on January 9, 2012 by mariaglassford in Uncategorized

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When one of my other second shooters was pregnant (Katie, who now has handsome little Greyson), I knew I needed to add one more to the MGP team. I prayed about it and the Lord told me to get in touch with Lauren. I remember telling my sister and her response was “That’s so funny because Lauren told me she was actually looking for a little job!” I just love how He works and not only knows, but also provides for each of our needs. God is so good and what a blessing Lauren has been to work with and I am incredibly blessed to call her my friend.

Apparently once you start working for me, you end up pregnant (seems to be the little MGP joke : )), and here we are only a few weeks away until little Selah will make her appearance in this world. I am SO excited and I cannot wait to meet what will undoubtedly be a precious and gorgeous little girl!!

Lauren and Bill, thanks for letting me capture you during this special time. You two will make amazing parents and are such a true example of what love is in a marriage and I know this love will only grow stronger and deeper as you raise your family. I love you guys and am so thankful for both of you!

Ahhh Lauren, you are GORGEOUS.

Oh, how the camera loves you both…

Lauren may just have the best laugh ever (which she gets from her amazing mother)…

Bill, you’re hilarious and Selah is definitely blessed to have a daddy as fun and awesome as you!

I leave you with one of my favorites….

{Friday Favorites}

Written on January 6, 2012 by mariaglassford in Uncategorized

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- Four blog posts in a row…this might just be an accomplishment (for me, at least).

- Today, I get to do the maternity session for one of my fabulous photographers. Lauren has been working with me for 8 months and she has been an incredible blessing and a true joy to be with. Seems like just yesterday, we we’re sitting in the car on our way home from a wedding talking about her exciting news and next month she’ll be holding her little girl. Cannot wait!

- Staying somewhat on that note, I have the absolute best second shooters and photographers working with me. So, thank you to Alicia, Katie and of course, Lauren for everything you’ve done and everything you do. Seriously, THANK YOU. You are all amazing and I am grateful I get to do life with such awesome people.

- A couple we’ve worked with from surprise proposal (captured by Alicia) and then onto their beautiful Miromar Lakes wedding, had their little girl yesterday. Thank you Kevin and Alisa for allowing me to be a part of your incredible journey. I’m excited to add a new chapter today as I head to the hospital this afternoon to capture some of the most precious moments life has to offer! LOVE LOVE LOVE hospital sessions and I totally LOVE this couple, so to say I’m a bit giddy is a bit of an understatement.

From their proposal in 2009…

…and from their wedding in 2010…

- Schedule. I had a blast on Christmas break, but I am looking forward to the normalcy of a schedule again. So long, waking up at 9am and hello, buzzing alarm at 6!

- Cold weather. I’m flat out LOVING it (as long as it doesn’t get any colder).

- 2012 weddings. Our wedding season kicks off in less than a month and I don’t think I’ve ever looked forward to a year of weddings, as a whole, as much as I am this one. There’s a whole bunch of fabulous in store.

Off to spend a day doing my favorite thing with some of my favorite people!