Category Archives: Personal

His second birthday – Personal

Jude turned 2 today. That is absolutely unbelievable to me. I cannot believe he is already 2 years old… that I can say that I have a 2 year old… and that he’s only 2. I feel like he’s been a part of our lives forever and ever. I cannot imagine my life without him...

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Joie - January 22, 2012 - 3:20 pm

Your kids are so gorgeous!
Happy birthday to Jude!

Simply Bloom Workshop – a simply amazing experience.

I am not even sure where to begin, since there is just so much I want to say.
I’m not the type of person who has trouble explaining things, but this workshop meant so much to me in so many ways I’m finding that I’m having a hard time conveying exactly what it did emotionally.
Rewind just...

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Sara Bucelli - September 23, 2011 - 8:14 am

Really beautiful work. What a cool expirience! Im blessed you got to go. I can see you giving your own workshop one day…

Paloma - September 23, 2011 - 11:21 am

I am so so so glad you were able to go and experience and learn and grow and and and!!! You’re an incredible woman, and photographer! These shots are so lovely. And you think YOUR hair is poofy in humidity? Wanna have a competition? ;)

Deb - September 26, 2011 - 9:19 am

Wow, Brooke, these are amazing. You have always been amazing, but I hope this experience has erased the doubts you have about your talent. You are absolutely incredible and talented, and have an extraordinary eye. You are definitely in the right line of work! Great job, Brooke!

Natalie - September 26, 2011 - 3:14 pm

I am in LOVE with the longer dress. Any chance I could get info on where to find it?!

christine burke - September 26, 2011 - 9:19 pm

brooke, your writing is so beautiful and heartfelt. and the images you captured are breathtaking. you are so talented! i am so thankful to have found wonderful new friends like you in this incredible experience!

To you… on your day.

I just have to take a quick moment to recognize my sweet husband on Fathers day.
For those of you who don’t know… he is half of this business. He is my husband, business partner, best friend and most importantly the best daddy a mommy could want.
I unfortunately did not grow up having a relationship with...

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Keary Dee - June 19, 2011 - 2:22 pm

Brooke, I LOVE reading your blog :) I’m so happy that God has blessed you with a husband that compliments you so perfectly. Isn’t it the best? xoxo

Kim Burt - June 20, 2011 - 9:05 am

AMEN! God answered my prayers as well. I’ve prayed for you to have a man like Sean your whole life and God provided beyond. It’s wonderful watching Sean being such an awesome husband to you my first born and an awesome father to my first and only grandchildren so far. God blesses us all and this family is proof. Thank you Jesus!

Sean McDougal - June 20, 2011 - 11:05 am

This is the sweetest gift anyone could receive honey. I love you so very much. You are the best wifey and mommy out there. Thank you so much for always loving me and your constant sacrifice for your family. I have and will always be blessed by our family.
I love you!

So many changes… So much goodness

So I’ve been on a bit of a hiatus. :-)
Basically the past few weeks have been loaded with life changes, laugher, tears, joy, excitement and sleep depravation… to name a few. :-)
On April 27th, 2011 our little girl Joelle Grace came into this world and truly has been “gracing” us with her beautiful and sweet...

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Paloma - May 13, 2011 - 2:44 pm

Brooke, it’s so amazing to see God’s blessings in your life. AND it’s so amazing to see how stinkin’ cute your kids are. I actually was telling someone last night about how you make super cute kids! hehe. Lots of love!

sara bucelli - May 13, 2011 - 3:37 pm

Well written as always, Brooke! Glad to hear how things are going with your sweet family. You are in a special time of your life, raising young kids. You are doing a brilliant job!

Heather - May 13, 2011 - 6:45 pm

I love your little family, and I am so glad to hear you are now enjoying rather than fearing! Families are so amazing, and when they are your own, it is indescribable. I am so proud of how strong you are in all of this, and still running your business. It really is something to look up to!

Beautiful little beans!

Derek & Sarah {Frenzel Photographers} - May 26, 2011 - 10:20 am

Ha! That second picture made us laugh out loud! Your little lady is SO STINKIN’ CUTE! Congratulations Brooke- you have such a blessing in Joelle!

Dezirae - June 2, 2011 - 7:55 pm

Brooke, she is precious!! I loved how candid you were in this post! Is it not the most amazing thing how God grows your heart to love two precious gifts!! So looking forward to meeting you in July!!

Greater than > Less than

Today I feel less than. That stinking shark has his nose turned away from me today and doesn’t even want to smell. >
Yes, that wasn’t funny… I’m aware, I’m just so off today.
I’m not sure why when I’m feeling so off I decide to come and blog about it. That kind of seems counter productive...

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Paloma - March 21, 2011 - 9:17 am

Oh boy, do I know the feeling. Well, not the hormonal pregnant part, but you know what I mean. And yes, I think if we let God speak to us through those tough days about who we truly are (in a good way) and also let Him show us the uglier parts to work on…it can be a good thing! Good perspective, Brooke! Hope you’re having a better day now though…and just think, that hormonal roller coaster is helping grow a sweet little girl!!!!! :)