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first start by explaining that as much as I wish this wasn’t true… I’m still not a portrait photographer. Because of the demands of weddings and engagements, I have stopped shooting portraits… except for my family and close friends.  I wish I could do it ALL but my schedule just won’t let me! (And my husband would actually like to see me every now and then! haha).  I’m still shooting senior portraits for the kids in our youth group because really, they feel like our family. We’ve been in Short Pump well over a year and a 1/2  but I think Michael would agree that it feels like we’ve known these families forever. Kelsey was one of the first high school girls

that I met when I started hanging out on Tuesday night girl’s night! She was so sweet and welcoming …. and she was a GIRLY GIRL!! I know Kelsey would agree that she is about as girly as it gets!! Between the hair bows, sparkles, and giggles… she’s ALL GIRL! … And I love her for it! Kelsey is an incredible girl that I have come to ADORE over the last year and a half. Her happiness and her joy is contagious and her passion is limitless! I honestly believe she’s going to TAKE OVER the hospitality industry one day! Kelsey loves to serve other people and she has “event planner” written all over her! I can’t WAIT to see what this girl accomplishes in college!!  As much as I will miss her excitement at Tuesday night dinner and the constant Justin Bieber tour updates…. I’m so excited for her to start a new life on her own!! This is one amazing girl and I’m so thankful that she’s a part of my life. I loved my time with her in downtown and I can’t wait to show you some favorites! Enjoy!! Love ya Kels!

Ohhhh girlllll! you’re gorgeous! LOVE these next two!  Kels you’re so cute!!
This makes me want some BRIGHT BLUE eyes!
Whoever owns this… thank you. Love the one on the right!! She’s such a natural! Sparkles!!! Beautiful:) If you know Kelsey…. you know this is so her! I LOVE these next few!

Thanks for reading!

— Katelyn

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