Secret Words: WIND & JOKES (and lots of it)

Ok. So I looked at the weather this morning while getting ready and couldn't believe they were calling for wind gusts ranging in 20-30mph. I prayed it would be a forecaster's mishap or typo. Well, I had 4 wonderful sessions this morning with some beautiful kids (I just love my job/hobby), and the wind wasn't bad. There was a chill in the air, don't get me wrong, but it wasn't bad. As a photographer, we were still good. And I was really proud of the kids too. But goodness, gracious...the winds came out halfway into my bridal session this afternoon. Hahaha. I thought her veil was going to fly right out of her head. Things were great at the first location, but Mother Nature ran us out of a few after that due to the wind gusts. She was a trooper and put up a fight so we could get in a few more shots. I'm so excited to edit these pictures from today, let's just say that. It's the more tedious, daunting task of a photographer that many don't realize...and don't get me wrong, I don't mind (obviously) because I get to relive the experience all over again, but it just takes time. :)

So from today, I'll just share a few hilarious moments to leave you smiling:

{R} kids: Ok, these two are adorable. I do all kinds of things to make kids feel comfortable and laugh...to just loosen up. Well, I got them shaking and wiggling about and asked for a "high-five". Carter put his finger out to poke my hand. Jokingly, I said, "Hey, man...what's that?! You must not know what a high-five is. You just gave me a one-five." Well, they thought that was hilarious. Caroline laughed and poked my hand too. So it became a joke for the rest of the shoot. (You'll see one special shot when I post that will commemorate this moment of fun.)

Jackson: He's so precious. And let's just say, goldfish ROCK. :) He was super during the shoot and I just love taking pics of him. Those blue eyes are amazing every time. But what's hilarious about Jackson is every time Mom and Dad would ask him to do something, he'd say, "I don't" with all seriousness and move on. I mean, come on...everyone can read minds, right? :)

{S} kids: Twins! Love 'em. And it was so good to see this sweet family again. Logan and Jackson are one of a kind...opposites, that is. Logan cracked me up with his "chill" attitude and Jackson was on-the-go. They are too cute. The funniest moment was when we were taking pics of the family and the boys had to hold an Easter egg (which I believe you'll see in every shot...haha), and we heard this loud shrill sound. I looked up thinking it was some bird about to swoop in and take me away while Mom and Dad were wondering as well. We look down, and Logan's twisting the Easter egg, just as content as he could be. Hahaha. Priceless. Didn't phase the boys one bit.

{M} kids: Precious, precious sisters...and one of them a baby! :) Sydney rocked the day with her CUTE cowboy boots...hot pink! It was beyond precious. And little Miss Hadley was so content with her little curl in her hair and pink gingham outfit too. Our funny moment was right after taking a few pics of baby Hadley. I used a super soft and fun hot pink blanket and Sydney wanted it wrapped around her the whole time, while we walked around, of course, to stay warm. Diva-style! LOL. She was too cute!

...and lastly...the humor from the winds..............

Sally's Bridals: We have an amazing time at our first location (and an amazing time, period...but you'll see). We try the train depot...Mother Nature said, "No". So we obeyed. After lights sounded as if they would fall on us, and the wind that would NOT cooperate for a single second. We left there. Walked a few to take pics nearby and I believe Sally ate her veil more than anything else. Quite hilarious as the wind gusts shot it clear over her head and into her face. I got a few (good and blooper-worthy) and we left there. LOL. Next location was a winner. We found our little escape from the wind and enjoyed it...but did have a visit from some random old lady in a car who nicely gave a compliment to Sally as we left. :) And off to our last location...wow...I'm surprised it happened! Hahaha. Wind doesn't describe it...but let's just say, I DID get some good pics, and NO the wind didn't make them look bad either because we timed it perfectly and made it work. But wow. I believe Spartanburg may have gotten some shots of Sally she definitely intended for hubby only on honeymoon night when one giant wind came...but she was quick, I must say! She didn't actually flash anyone...although we did receive random shouts from people driving by, as we were there. And the most hilarious part was arriving back to her car at the first location...the owners had their dogs out (which was fine), but Sally didn't want her dress torn by one hyperactive dog who surrounded my car...and I don't blame her. So...I said, "I'll pull right up to your driver's side door and you run for it while I entertain the dog and distract him." And that's what I did...only I didn't expect to be mauled in the process. I'm whistling and frantically petting the dog (who was honestly sweet and just happy to have attention), when I looked back at Sally to make sure she's fine. As soon as I see she is, I look back to the dog and he literally jumped in my lap while I'm in my car! Thought I would die. Hahaha. It scared me to death because I didn't expect it. So...Sally...you're getting the bill for any band-aids needed for my wounds. ;)

WOW. What an awesome day. Bet you can't wait to see these pics now, huh! :)