Dear Blog,

I have not forgotten about you.
I miss you.

Here are some more photos of the heart-stealing, chubby cheeked, angel baby Colby with the softest skin I have ever touched. Seriously. It's that soft...like silk. The silkiest silk.

New Blog Address!

Happy New Year Everyone!
Just a note to let you know that the domain name for this blog will be changing to: www.setfreephotography.blogspot.com. If you have this blog saved with the current address in your favorites, it will not work when the change is made. I apologize for the invconvenience!

Stacy

That's all Folks

I am signing off until 2009 and wanted to leave you with this final photo of one sweet baby boy. When I think of Colby, this is what comes to mind:
sweet
shining light
laid back
easy going
melt my heart
gift from God

This is only the beginning of Colby's fantastic session. He was so chill that I snapped photo after photo, giggling and cooing the entire time. I can't wait to share more of these but for now, I will be spending time with my precious family. May all creation know the joy and true meaning of Christmas. See you soon and get ready for some changes in 2009!

For Fun

I found this super fun texture and when I took one look at this photo of the fabulous Chase, I knew it was a match! He really looks darling in a hat...more of these to come.

Psalm 37:5

reminds us to: trust in Him

here we have a poem from my favorite devotional (as you may have guessed): Streams In The Desert

Trust and rest when all around you
Puts your faith to stringent test;

Let no fear or foe confound you,
Wait for God and trust and rest.

Trust and rest with heart abiding,
Like a birdling in its nest,
Underneath His feathers hiding,
Fold your wings and trust and rest.

Spreading Joy Winner Announced!

I would like to congratulate Matt & Melissa, the winner of a free photo session and 8x10 print from the "Spreading Joy" giveaway. They were submitted by their dear friend Michelle, who has been inspired by Matt & Melissa's story of faith, hope and perseverance. I look forward to your session, Matt & Melissa and congrats again!

I can't stop posting pics of Will

sweet baby feet

Here are baby Will's feet. They are perfect.

{she rocked it}

Ms. Jacquie couldn't have been more comfortable in front of the camera...she was a dream to photograph. Easy going, natural and a beautiful smile--she just shines!

{a poem}

rain, rain
beating against the pane!

how endlessly it pours
out of doors

from the darkened sky-
I wonder why!

flowers, flowers
springing up after showers

blossoming fresh and fair
everywhere!

God has explained
why it rained!

-an excerpt from Streams In The Desert

A few last minute card designs...

Again, I have the pay it forward photo site to thank for these fun and fresh cards. They are both 5x7 in size, flat cards with printing on the front and back. Available with a photo or photos from your session for $2.50 per card. Sold in boxes of 24. And we still have time! Orders should be placed by December 12th.

E-mail me to place your order: stacy@mystacymariephoto.com

front:

back:

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Spreading Joy - Nominate A Friend!

Stacy Marie Photography would like to spread joy this holiday season by blessing someone special with a free photo session. We invite you to nominate a friend or family member that may not be able to fit a photo session in their budget, but would love to have this gift.

Send us an email and tell us about this person, how they impact your life and/or the lives of others in a positive way. We will review each entry and announce the winner on December 5th.

The winner will receive one 30 minute photo session, one 8x10 print and one 5x7 print. The photo session can be for a family, newborn, boudoir--whatever the winner would like.

Please send entries to: stacy@mystacymariephoto.com and let the subject line read: "spreading joy."

I look forward to reading your entries!

The Beautiful Best Family

These photos just speak for themselves...a beautiful family, precious children--right out of the pages of a magazine!

Miss Jaime

Laid back, easy going...just a pleasure to photograph! Jaime had it all together--shoes, coordinating accessories, and lipgloss! Yes! I loved every minute of your session, girl.

My Snow Queen...

...does not live in a climate that suits her.

Rockin' the newborn sessions!

Here we have another newborn baby...precious Sydnie. What a sweet beauty! I just loved smelling her baby scent and watching her drift off to sleep.

Baby Will - more photos added

So fresh from God...

sweet Julia

This is a sneak peek to the sneak peek...I just had to post this precious child. I wanted to take her home with me. I'm serious.

The Christmas Card