A couple weeks ago, I helped my oldest pack his bags and head off to band camp at Eastern Illinois University. I won’t lie. It was a rough week for me! I’m not quite ready for him to spread his wings and fly. But I have to tell you I was BLOWN away when I…
Every Sunday evening in the month of June, the city of Portage, IN (my home town), shows up to cheer on the Challenger League. With big hearts and bright spirits, kids who wouldn’t normally get the chance to play baseball, take the field. When it’s time for the 2nd inning stretch, Mr. Chicken invites…
We’ve had the immense pleasure of photographing the Limestone 11/12 Little League Tournament over the past week. These kids are amazing and we always have a blast spending time out of the studio, especially for events like these! Check out some of our favorite shots- A special congratulations to Limestone and Bradley-Bourbonnais All-American for making…
You know that you’ve had a spectacular weekend when you’re still psyched about it on Monday morning! Saturday, Jaqueline and I headed north to the annual Taste of Joliet. Two Words…BLOWN AWAY! JPD knows how to throw a party! Joliet Memorial Stadium was packed to the gills with country fans – many of them teenage…
We have not met a family more dedicated to a cause. Every Father Day for the last 18 years Gerry and Judy Kilbride along with their family have been organizing the Kilbride Classic to raise money and awareness for a cure for Autism. Whether their running or walking, their participation is numerous and this year…
A couple weeks ago, I ventured over 2,200 miles away from the studio.. Can you say road trip? My boyfriend Josh, his family and I drove to Republic, Washington where he’s pastoring his first church. We spent the week unpacking and moving him into his new home, but also made sure to leave time for…
Few things in life make me happier than being a mom to my two boys. (Coffee may be one of them…) Recently, my oldest Jeremy, celebrated his 8th grade promotion. To say I was a little emotional, well that would be an understatement. It seems like just yesterday that he was a newborn. And now….…
I don’t know about y’all, but so many times I get stuck into a tunnel-visioned frame of mind in life. Task oriented and insanely stubborn, I can sometimes fly through weeks of my life without taking even a second to look up and appreciate the things around me. Working to make a conscious effort to…
We’ve been on baby watch for a little while now and VERY early Nolan decided to grace us with his precious presence! Congratulations to our newest Dad and Mom, Dan and Jamie! Nolan Daniel Bleyle made his entrance at 5:38am May 24, 2013. 6lbs 11oz, 19.5in long. In a word- he’s PERFECT! Along with new…
BJ and I always have a blast out on location, no matter what we’re shooting. Yesterday, we trekked out to Infinity Gymnastics Academy in Woodridge to photograph Julie’s AMAZING girls. While the gym itself is still a work-in-progress, the vision is clear and exciting! The girls are a joy and Julie’s dedication is unparalleled. Me…
