NEW BLOG

As we head into fall {goodbye summer dress, hello winter boots} it is time to say out with the old and in with the new... I am so excited to present a new blog for Beautiful Endings Photography! Please bookmark the following address, if you'd like to follow along in my photographic journey of life.

http://www.beautifulendingsblog.com/

Looking forward to many winter adventures ahead!

humanity salon | kent washington

On Thursday afternoon I visited the Humanity Salon, located in Kent Washington. We got some great shots of the staff, the beautiful location and in large part captured the reason this business is unique. As a client, you have a choice of how the profits from their services are donated. 20% of all sales from the salon are donated to partner organizations. They partner with such organizations as World Vision, the Kent Food Bank, Katherine's House, Big Brothers Big Sisters, WWEE and the Hope Chest. Humanity Salon is giving hope to the hopeless and giving purpose to the comfortable.

stacy & blake | seattle wedding

Yesterday was Stacy & Blake's BIG day! It was easy to see that with a strong support system of family and friends, the love they share for each other and their faith... this marriage is destined for beautiful times ahead. The ceremony was lovely and the reception was yummy. Each guest was able to create their own sundae, with a multitude of toppings to choose from. It was a privilege to be a part of their day and I wish the happy couple an amazing Hawaiian honeymoon!

how I strive to live my life...

I have heard this song on the radio multiple times over the last few weeks but just the other day, I took a moment to focus on the lyrics being sung and wow, what a powerful and moving message being spread through one simple song. It is called "If Today Was Your Last Day" and it is performed by Nickelback. There is also a link at the bottom of the lyrics if you'd like to watch the video for the song.

"If Today Was Your Last Day"

My best friend gave me the best advice
He said each day's a gift and not a given right
Leave no stone unturned, leave your fears behind
And try to take the path less traveled by
That first step you take is the longest stride

If today was your last day
And tomorrow was too late
Could you say goodbye to yesterday?
Would you live each moment like your last?
Leave old pictures in the past
Donate every dime you have?
If today was your last day

Against the grain should be a way of life
What's worth the prize is always worth the fight
Every second counts 'cause there's no second try
So live like you'll never live it twice
Don't take the free ride in your own life

If today was your last day
And tomorrow was too late
Could you say goodbye to yesterday?
Would you live each moment like your last?
Leave old pictures in the past
Donate every dime you have?
Would you call old friends you never see?
Reminisce old memories
Would you forgive your enemies?
Would you find that one you're dreamin' of?
Swear up and down to God above
That you finally fall in love
If today was your last day

If today was your last day
Would you make your mark by mending a broken heart?
You know it's never too late to shoot for the stars
Regardless of who you are
So do whatever it takes
'Cause you can't rewind a moment in this life
Let nothin' stand in your way
Cause the hands of time are never on your side

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_HuCX3zhCKU

amy & jim | treehouse point wedding

Gorgeous weather, natural setting, a relaxed bride & groom, a few tree houses and a wide circle of friends equal a spectacular day filled with love. Amy & Jim were married this afternoon at Treehouse Point in Issaquah and it was so much fun. I had a hard time picking out which few photos I wanted to put on here to sum up what a great day we had. Amy and I were both bridesmaids in our friends wedding a few years back and it was so fun to see her again and play a special role in capturing her wedding day. I wish the new couple a lifetime of happiness and joy as they begin this journey together! {to see a few more of the images from the wedding visit my facebook page... http://www.facebook.com/pages/Seattle-WA/Beautiful-Endings-Photography/38661863398}

carson | one month old

Yesterday afternoon I had the opportunity to do a session with baby Carson. He is about a month old and just adorable. I did Tim & Bobbie's maternity session back in June and was so excited to be able to capture a few images of him now. He is a very alert baby and has the brightest blue eyes. It was a great time!

seaside | family vacation

I just returned from a 4 day vacation in Seaside Oregon with the family. It was relaxing, entertaining and overall fun being able to look out of the hotel window right out to the beach. Did some antique shopping and bought a few funky pieces to add to my growing collection of randomness, ate some cheese in Tillamook, took nightly walks down the boardwalk and ended with a fire on the beach.