It was a perfect fall day in November. As soon as I met Jason and Susan, I could tell that not only were they both amazing people, they were perfect for each other. Luckily, Jason knows all the great photo spots in the area, so he drove us to a few different places. We started off at a park by the water, and were about to head to the next photo spot when he suggested we do a few on the trail though the woods.

Little did I know, Jason was about to propose. Next thing I knew, he was down on one knee. I was SO EXCITED for them! Here are a few of my favorites from that day last November.

Fast forward to THIS November. I knew Jason was due to be coming home soon, and then got a Facebook invitation to his “Welcome Home Party.” I immediately messaged Susan and asked if she wanted me to come to the party to take some photos for them. She thought it was a great idea, and then asked if I would be willing to come to the airport.  She wasn’t sure when it would be exactly, but it didn’t matter to me. There is no way I would miss that!

The day before Thanksgiving, I got the word that his plane would be landing around 11:30 on Thanksgiving Day. I didn’t know what to expect with traffic and whether the airport would be crowded, and I was so worried about getting there on time. I met Susan and some of their family at the airport about an hour before his flight was supposed to land.

The airport was empty. So we waited…which seemed like forever (I can’t even imagine how Sue and the family felt!) We checked the arrival board every few minutes to see if anything had changed. And we waited…..

After about a half hour, Fox News joined us…and we all waited together.

And finally… here he comes…

The happiness, excitement, and love at the airport that day is not something I can even put into words. Tears of joy were spread all around. It was a Thanksgiving to be truly thankful <3.

Jason, thank you for your service. Welcome home.

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Photo Session Giveaway! A Deserving Person/Family

Our new Snapshots Gift Certificates have arrived! To celebrate, we have decided to award someone with a free 30 minute portrait session!

I want YOU to help me choose who that free photo session should go to! You can nominate a family/friend/co-worker/neighbor who you think deserves this portrait session – a person or a family you know that deserves the world and expects little in return or someone that needs a blessing in their life.

HERE IS HOW IT WORKS: Please send an email to: snapshotsphotographynj@gmail.com answering the following questions:

1. What is Your name?

2. What is your email address?

3. What is the Nominee’s name?

4. What is the Nominee’s email address?

5. How do you know this person/family?

6. Why are you nominating this person/family? (please give as much detail as possible)

FINE PRINT:

1. All entries must be received by August 18, 2017 at midnight.

2. The prize is non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash.

3. Session will be held within 25 miles of zip code 08069.

4. You can not nominate yourself. I will announce the winner on social media on August 25th, 2017.

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Since becoming a photographer several years ago, I have had the opportunity to capture so many special moments for so many special people. I understand how important those moments are and how a photo can represent so many feelings and emotions. I am thankful for friends who are there to capture those special moments for me <3

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The morning of the wedding, I headed to the Staybridge Suites in Mount Laurel, where the girls were getting ready. While they were getting hair and makeup done, I went to take some shots of Megan’s gorgeous dress and ring.

The girls were relaxing and having some mimosa’s, while the girls (and even Megan’s dad) were getting pampered.

Meanwhile, my assistant Debbie was with the groomsmen getting some shots while they were getting ready.

The girls added the finishing touches and got ready to head to the park for portraits.

We decided to do a quick “first look” with dad before we left the hotel.. I think we all needed some tissues after this father/daughter moment!

Soon we were off to Silver Lake for some portraits! Debbie and the guys met us there, so now it was finally time for Megan and Jeremy to see each other before we took some photos by the lake.

After some photos, we headed to Lucien’s and it was time to get married!

Finally, time to celebrate the happy couple!

Everyone had a blast!

Debbie and I had a blast and were honored to be able to capture Megan and Jeremy’s special day. Congrats again to the new Mr. & Mrs. Koering!

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Flashback to engagement pictures, last May (2015) in Cape May. We had so much fun walking around Cape May, finding fun spots for photos.  Here are a few of my favorites from their engagement session.

The morning of the wedding, I headed over bright and early to get some shots of the girls getting ready and the gorgeous dress and ring. While the girls were getting ready, Allison and I snuck outside for some fun detail shots.

Meanwhile, my awesome 2nd shooter Debbie headed over to get some shots of the groomsmen getting ready.

Jesse was hard at work, but soon the guys were getting ready to go!

Of course, Elliot wanted to be part of the action. I LOVE this shot of Jesse and Elliot getting ready

Meanwhile, back with the bride, the girls were getting their first look at Amanda’s dress.

After some finishing touches, the limo arrived and we were off to Parvin State Park for some portraits. The sky was a tad dark on the way over, but I had no worries!

Debbie and the guys arrived before we did, so they took the opportunity to get some great shots. Here are a few of my favorites…

When I arrived with the ladies, it was time for the first look!

Before heading to Centerton, we took advantage of the weather and got in some portrait shots.

Finally, it was time to GET MARRIED!

The weather outside turned out to be gorgeous, so before joining the party we did a few more photos outside.

Then it was time to party!!

After Jesse and Amanda surprised everyone with their amazing choreographed first dance, Debbie and I continued to be impressed with the dance skills all night. There is no doubt that everyone had an amazing time! This group really knew how to party!

Amanda really wanted some photos with her horses, but didn’t want to risk ruining her dress the day of the wedding..smart move, Amanda   So instead we did a separate session after the honeymoon. It turned out to be another beautiful day!!

Jesse and Amanda were wonderful to work with, and I wish them many years of happiness!

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Lindsay and I arrived at the Casella’s house in the morning to catch some shots of the girls getting ready and some shots of the beautiful flowers and dress.

Christina looked absolutely STUNNING!

Once the girls were ready, it was time for dad to get his first look.

While I was taking pics with the girls, my other assistant, Debbie, was at the hotel with the groomsmen. Despite a power outage at the hotel, the guys made the best of it and she got some great shots!

Before heading to the church, the girls and I did a few quick group shots.  

Then we were off to the church!

I LOVED the church…it was beautiful!

Time for the wedding to begin!

The first kiss!

The happy couple!

Before we left the church, we took some family shots..

We had to do at least one shot of the outside of this gorgeous church!

We went back to the house for a bit before heading to the reception. This is one of my favorite’s from the day…such a great group of friends.

Then we were off to the party!!

Just a few of my favorite candid shots from the night!

We had such a great time! Thank you Christina and Bucky for including us in your special day!

Also, a shout out to Biz Media Productions for all their help and hard work! They were SO great to work with and they do an amazing job! Check them out on facebook at www.facebook.com/bizproductions.

Check out all of the photos from Christina and Bucky’s wedding here: http://snapshotsphotographynj.pass.us/harris-wedding/

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Just like last year, this list is in no particular order.

1. My little family of 5 (Me, Chris, Evan, Aussie, and Mollie).

2. Evan James – my perfect little man who makes me smile every day.

3. Dr. Ostrum – for being so awesome and for keeping me and my little man healthy and safe for 9 months and during delivery. I was lucky enough to see him at all but one of my check ups, AND he was the one who delivered Evan.

4. My best friends’ babies – those that are already born and those on the way – for being Evan’s best buddies and playmates

5. Friends who “get” me – who know exactly what I am thinking and understand me, without me even saying a word. Sometimes it amazes me just how well some of them know me, but that’s what makes them my framily.

6. Shop Rite Shop-at-home, which makes grocery shopping so much easier and quicker.

7. Debbie Basilone – for being an awesome maternity sub. I never have to worry for a second about school, because I know she is on top of things.

8. Amazon Prime – because I would be completely lost without it.

9. UPS – for delivering all of those things I order from Amazon and everywhere else online. I am sure they are sick of coming to my house 4-5 times a week, but I do greatly appreciate it.

10. My Grandpop – who recently turned 94 years old. He is hysterical and I love listening to his stories

11. EZ-Pass

12. Beautiful fall colors

13. Google maps (with traffic) for always helping me get where I need to get in the shortest time possible.

14. Aussie and Mollie kisses – because nothing makes you smile like a puppy kiss

15. Referrals – because without my awesome customers telling their friends and family about me, my business would be non-existent.

16. My treadmill – so I can run even when it’s cold or rainy.

17. Burt’s Bees chapstick. Oh, how I love Burt’s Bees.

18. My “new” computer – which is now almost a year old but allows me to edit pictures so much faster than my old one.

19. Timehop – for reminding me daily of memories from past years.

19. Music – which is so much better than TV.

20. A phone and computer full of photos and memories.

21. Friendsgiving – the chance to celebrate the holiday with ‘framily’ and for two Thanksgiving dinners.

22. Sunsets.

23. Pinterest – categorized boards are so much better than a ridiclously long list of bookmarks.

24. Coffee.

25. Correct grammar.

26. My education – from pre-school all the way to grad school….and all the lessons I learned and the people I met along the way. Way too many people take education for granted these days.

27. Sanuk yoga mat flip flops.

28. Laughter – and the friends, family, coworkers, tv shows, and things that make me laugh (like random botmoji texts from Sue at midnight.)

29. Snow Days – because nothing is better than an unexpected day off.

30. The ability to cook and bake edible, tasty foods (most of the time) and actually enjoy doing it.

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Not long after the wedding, Scott popped the question and of course Casey said yes! I was so excited to be photographing their wedding this summer.

In May, we got together and did the engagement photos…check them out here!

August 1, 2015, their wedding day, was here before we knew it! It was a gorgeous day..blue skies and perfect temperature!

Both Casey and Scott got ready at the church, Grace Baptist in Blue Bell.

We arrived a few minutes early to catch a few shots of them getting ready before the ceremony.   

Casey and Scott did a great job on the details for the church and the ceremony was beautiful…

Even though it was August, the weather was perfect – not too hot or humid! Since the weather was so great, we were able to get some portraits both inside and outside after the ceremony.

Then we headed over to Anthony’s Ristorante in Drexel Hill for the Reception!

After the introductions, Casey and Scott went right into their first dance <3

Then, they invited all married couples to join them. The DJ started announcing for anyone who has been married less than 1 year to sit down, then 5 years, 10 year, etc. The goal was to see which couple at the wedding had been married the longest. Turns out, it was a 3 way tie!

After the first dance, Casey danced with her Dad and Scott danced with his Mom..

Then it was time for cake and some celebrating!

Congrats again to Casey and Scott!

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We started off by taking a walk up to the IT support center, where they both worked while in college…

We walked around campus to the stone staircase…

Then over to the old waterwheel..

This is the spot where Scott saw Casey for the very first time…as she walked across this field…

Back over the bridges towards the main lot..

And one final stop on the fields…

Thank you Casey and Scott for showing me where your love story began!

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