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Coming Home | Hawaii Operation: Love Reunited Photographer
Posted on July 14, 2010
One of my favourite things of living this Military life is
HOMECOMING!
It is always such an emotional time for the families.
Today, we welcome home Sgt. Adkins and his Unit!
The worst part of the whole day is the waiting!
It seems like you've been waiting for so long already and the last couple of hours just DRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAG!
But, you keep your chin up and enjoy the happy atmosphere.
You can feel the buzz of excitement!
And then they march in!
And we sing the National Anthem because we are PROUD to be Americans!
We are PROUD of our servicemen.
We are PROUD of ourselves for having made it through another trial.
Erin, your face while looking at the flag during the Anthem really moved me!
It's exactly how I feel.
Then, FINALLY, they are released and you get to run to your loved ones.
It goes by so fast you aren't sure how you got to him and feels a little surreal.
Can it really be true that he's home?
You betcha!
I have to say, it's a little hard to shoot through tears!
I just met this family and it still got me all verklempt.
They were so (understandably) happy to be reunited.
And then the best part of all…
You get to take him HOME!
Welcome home, Sgt. Adkins!
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Apology | Hawaii Newborn Photographer
Posted on May 28, 2010
I feel like such an idiot. I've been wondering why I haven't had any contacts or inquiries through my site for a few weeks now. Why it took me this long to question it, I don't know. It's been quite a while since the last contact notice has hit my inbox.
So, today I decided to check my settings, etc. Lo and behold there it was! Somehow an incorrect email address was entered in as my contact email! That email account didn't even exist!
So for any of you out there who may have been trying to contact me, I sincerely apologize for my mistake! I promise I didn't ignore you! I just never got your inquiry!
I do hope that all y'all will forgive me for my stupidity and give me another chance!
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Mother’s Day Mini Sessions | Hawaii Family Photographer
Posted on April 21, 2010
Announcing my Mother's Day Special!
Schedule a Mother themed Mini-session
between now and Mother's Day (May 9th)
and receive:
45 min session
8×10 Bevel mounted print with Easel
and
5 images on disk
for $250!
Don't miss out on this great deal!
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And the winner is…. | Hawaii Family Newborn Photographer
Posted on April 21, 2010
Me!
Just kidding! Well, sort of!
I feel like a winner because of all of you who participated
and showed interest in my photography!
The real winner is
Lisa Haglund
with her suggestion of:
Thereasa Gwinn Photography – Finding Life's Natural Beauty
These are some images from Lisa's Newborn session 6 months ago!
I can't wait to get him in the studio soon.
He's the cutest 6 month old!
Thank you to everyone who participated!
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Tag Line Contest | Hawaii Family Newborn Photographer
Posted on April 11, 2010
I have been trying to come up with a "tag line" for my photography.
You know, like
Nike's "Just Do It",
Coke's "The Real Thing",
and so many others.
A friend suggested that I ask my loyal followers for their ideas.
So, I'm asking y'all to give me your thoughts.
Have a look at my images,
think back to your session,
let me know,
in 5 words or less,
your idea for a tag line.
What's in it for you?
The winning idea will receive a
FREE print up to a 16×20 size!
FREE!
That means that, if you win, you can choose either:
1.) An image from one of your sessions
or
2.) Any one of my landscape images
in up to a 16×20 sized mounted print.
How do you enter?
Just leave a comment at the end of this post!
Easy peasy, right?!
I will leave the contest open until
Sunday, April 18th at Midnight.
The winner will be announced on
Wednesday, April 21st!
Good Luck and Mahalo for participating!
And because no post is complete without an image,
here is one from my trip to the Big Island last week!
So many more to come!
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EasyRider Homecoming | Hawaii Military Life Photographer
Posted on December 16, 2009
Yesterday morning was a glorious one for the family of my dear friend, Liisa Roberts. Her husband is finally home after a long 6 month deployment. 6 months may not seem long to some, but when you are a de facto single mother and self employed rising star photographer, it is a long rough road. I was honored to be a part of this Homecoming.
Welcome Home, Brian! I know that your family missed you very much and are SO relieved to have you home again!
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Ugly Angels Homecoming- Hawaii Family Photographer
Posted on August 19, 2009
When I was contacted to do this homecoming, my heart just sang. This little guy had yet to meet his Daddy, as he left just days before he was born! Having been in a similar situation just two short years ago, my heart went out to the family. I wanted to capture those special moments of Daddy meeting son. I am so happy to have been a part of the Weaver family’s joyous day!
Can you believe those eyes with those GORGEOUS eyelashes?!
Thank you for a wonderful morning!
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USS Tuscon Change of Command
Posted on March 14, 2009
Here are a few from the USS Tuscon Change of Command on February 27th. This was a little outside of my comfort zone, as I am not truly an event photographer. I would like to thank the Commodore’s wife for giving me some good tips on what to look out for!
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Love is in the air (More Tuscon)
Posted on December 19, 2008
I should be finished with the images tomorrow (Saturday)! They will then be available on my website At Last Photography for purchase. Details soon!
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More USS Tuscon Homecoming
Posted on December 17, 2008
Stay tuned, many more to come!
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