Delinquent

To say I've fallen a bit behind in blogging is an understatement.  So I'm going to catch up with what I've been doing over the winter in one big blog.  (I now realize all my watermarks are a year behind-- oops!)
Here we go....
I assisted my friend, Phrene, on a very cold January wedding.  We stayed warm inside for the most part.  I really like being the second shooter at a wedding, it's all the fun of being a wedding photographer and very little pressure.  Here are a few of my favorites...








This beautiful preggo is my friend Robin who waited a LONG time for this baby to come out.  He finally made is appearance this week and I'm excited to meet him.





This beautiful little girl is Brysta.  Obviously, very loved...

Brooke and Ryan are MARRIED!!

Fall is such a beautiful time to get married... though it can be a real gamble with our Michigan weather.  Brooke and Ryan planned their wedding right at the peak of color.  We got lucky in that it stopped raining in time for some photos outside, but there was definitely a wintery chill in the air.  You wouldn't know it by looking at the photos-- those girls don't look cold at all!!  Enjoy your sneak peek, Brooke and Ryan!

Joey & Lou: Sneak Peek

worthington, originally uploaded by melissaphotog.

There's nothing worse for a bride than when it rains on her outdoor wedding. It held off right up to the ceremony-- go figure. Louisa was a trooper though and everyone else seemed to take it in stride with their umbrellas in hand.  The rain only added to the ambiance and memories I'm sure. The ceremony was held at the Rabbit Run BB, which was adorable and then we headed over to Soe Cafe. Both places were very stylish but also very laid back which totally suits these two awesome people. Thanks for letting me be part of your day (and for the really yummy cupcakes)!

Jennifer and Ron: The Wedding

Bart, originally uploaded by melissaphotog.

This wedding might never have happened. Jennifer was in a serious car accident in which the top of her car was sheared off. Thank God she wasn't seriously injured or worse. Amazing really.
You never would have known these two had actually gotten married the year before with how loving and affectionate they were. Very sweet. The wedding was lovely and the reception was beautiful. Thank you, Ron, for that great surprise dip at the end of the first dance! I don't always catch those great impromptu moments, but, YAY! I caught it!! The last few are from the Trash the Dress session, which I already blogged about, but deserve a second mention :)

Barbara + Matt = Married!

millerseymour, originally uploaded by melissaphotog.

The rain didn't dampen the spirits of this couple. The day started off pretty drearily weather-wise, but you never would have known by looking at Barbie or Matt-- they looked quite happy to be getting married. It was a lovely ceremony followed by a party that started in the trolley and continued on at Barbie's parents' beautiful home. Luckily, the rain abated and we stopped to take some photos on Houghton Lake. It was a great party and the guests seemed to have had a lot of fun. Matt and Barbie, I must compliment you on your first dance-- coming from a former ballroom dance instructor, you did very well (believe me, I've seen it all ;)! Check out Sarah's (my fabulous assistant) favorite's.