A few months ago I went to Tennessee for a photographer mini-conference get together.  My friends the Nudd's and the Holritz's did a fabulous job of putting together mornings of instruction and inspiration and afternoons for shooting.  I love getting to know other photographers and making friends around the country. 

Amy DeYoung is a great friend and I look forward to every chance I get to hang out with her and my other roomies at conferences.  Crystal just had a sweet new little baby and is the happiest, sweetest person ever.  Scarlett is a wonderful genuinely beautiful person, what's not to love about Amanda? she is a giving, wonderful photographer whose other half is totally hilarious!, and is there a person in the world that doesn't think the Holritz's personally love them more than anyone else.  Amber takes such a real interest in every person she meets and has blessed so many people's lives. Mine included.

Rachel and Andrew are incredible photographers but even better people.  I've been touched by their graciousness to me personally and by their goodness that they give to the world of photographers as well.  Melody is just so stinkin' funny and fun.  Just being around her will make you bust a gut.  Joy and Garrett Nudd, you know I love you two.  You've been supportive and kind to me at times that I've really needed it.   Lori, you are so real and so funny.  It was so fun to hang out.  Ginger, you have such a fun, infectious personality, I'm glad I got to meet you.  Thank you!  Thank you all for being a blessing in my life!