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Get Down in Chi-Town (Part 1)

Oh how we love you Chicago.  It’s so nice being just 3 hours from a city that has so much.  Jen and I recently made a trip up there for a couple shoots and a day of wandering.  The first stop was with Kristen and Andrew.  They had the places all planned out.  And all we had to do was sit back, relax and take in this beautiful couple and this beautiful city through our camera’s lens.

Seriously, do you know a cuter couple.  Thanks so much you two for letting us swing by.  We really enjoyed the shoot and hanging out for the afternoon! By the way, we’ve been craving that pizza ever since we left.

Kurty’s 30!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Kurtis!!  Kurty-wurty, Special K, The Kurtynator, The Kurtness, Kool Kat…YES, Kurtis with a “K” is 30 today!  It’s a monumental anniversary, and one that reminds me how blessed I am (and we all are) to have Kurtis.  He lights up the room and lifts everyone around him.  He inspires by his action, his heart, and he really makes the world a better place.

For this milestone, I give you “The Thirty On Kurty”.  This will take some work of the roller-ball on your mouse.

1. He enjoyed this morning’s fried eggstraordinary  breakfast with “30″ jelly toast on the special red plate, a family tradition (photo 1, above).

2. He received a sewing machine this year, and is stoked!  I can’t wait to see what creations he churns out.

3. He delights in having a can of Pillsbury Cinnamon rolls.  Yes, the whole can.

4. He can rock a tux…then and now (photos 2 and 3, above).

5. He’s a kid magnet.  They flock to him.

6. He doesn’t sweat the small stuff.  This, I love.

7. He’s a tremendous artist…his sculpture “Sliding” is a part of Indiana State University’s permanent collection (photo 4, above).

8. Try as he might, he cannot find a good tasting onion.

9. He makes a mean (actually, very smiley and nice) pancake (photo 5, above).

10. His first and only take of the newspaper is the Sudoku puzzle.

11. He gives and gives, and seeks nothing in return.

12. He’s kind of like a superhero (photo 6, above).

13. He likes it simple and wants to live off the land.

14. He’s passionate about photography (photo 7, above).

15. He could be a Math teacher someday.

16. He loves to climb and will scale anything with holds, just like this wall at a rest stop (photo 8, above).

17. He’s a Dr. Pepper fiend.

18. This 30th celebration will not be a repeat of 21 (photo 9, above).

19. He’s faithful and God-loving.

20. He makes me laugh.  A lot (photo 10, above).

21. He enjoys a good kung-fu movie.

22. He gets all kinds of giddy during football season (photo 11, above).

23. He looks up to his big brothers.

24. He’s a deep thinker (photo 12, above).

25. He’s a proud Godfather to two beautiful beings.

26. He loves his family.  Big time (photo 13, red Christmas sweater, above).

27. He recalls his high school senior year as one of his favorites.

28. He adventurous and loves the outdoors (photo 14, above).

29. He has a heart of gold.  Like 24 bazillion karats of the stuff.

30. He’s made me the luckiest girl on Earth. I love this man. (photo Matthew Gordon Lee, 15 above).

A very blessed and happy birthday to you, Kurtis.  Continue to live it up!

September 1, 2010 - 4:10 pm Mary - Happy Belated Birthday Kurt! I hope you had a wonderful day.

August 31, 2010 - 9:32 pm Megan Allen - Awesome!! Happy Birthday Kurtis!!! Still love the James Bond, shot, so HOT :) and your wedding picture is so sweet. You guys are great!

August 31, 2010 - 9:11 pm Michalina Peterson - Love, love, love the collage (awesome job Jen)...even the mullet (yours in #3, not mine in #13). Happy Birthday Kurty!

August 31, 2010 - 7:04 pm phyllis - Jennifer, this is wonderful. Some of these photos bring back long forgotten memories (Kurt, sorry about the red sweater). I don't think Kurtis has really given all onions a chance, but that is okay - I feel the same way about snow, only like it if it could not possibly be snow. You two are both very lucky to have each other and I'm lucky to have you both in my life. Happy Birthday Kurt!!

August 31, 2010 - 12:35 pm Cindi Boardman - Kurtis, As you know, we all loved you and Jen from the moment we met. Happy 30, Kurtis and many many more.

August 31, 2010 - 12:02 pm Jane Hunt - Happy Birthday Kurtis. Love the photo collage! Thirty is definitely a milestone so enjoy. Can't tell you the reactions I am getting from the wedding photos. Truly, you knocked our socks off-you and Jen of course! Still deciding what I want to order. Will be in touch when I can choose for I can't really afford all 700! Hope life is good and your business is booming. Sincerely, Jane

August 31, 2010 - 11:49 am Jeremy Hills - sorry #3...

August 31, 2010 - 11:48 am Jeremy Hills - Happy Birthday Kurtis...the big 30..heading there myself soon. You got an amazing girl there! Obviously you know that though, to a guy who who has always been honest and true, congrats! Also, sooooo thought I was looking at a James Bond pic in #4, I hear they are looking for a new one, and you have acted before (*cough* Senior Review*cough*). Have a good one!

August 31, 2010 - 11:01 am Melody Carpenter - Happy birthday, Kurtis! I hope you have a wonderful day! Jen...love this-so sweet!

Chandler

Oh, how she is full of personality and zest!  Chandler just turned 3, and she is a vibrant and bubbly little girl.  We enjoyed our time chasing her around the playground, getting messy with some chocolate ice cream and having some fun in our backyard “spray park.”  :)

This family is pretty special to us.  Enjoy!

Hilary and Dustin

Hilary and Dustin had a knockout celebration!  They surrounded themselves with the most wonderful wedding party and their super family and friends…the wedding and reception were beautiful, inside and out.  Guests rocked the dance floor all night until Hilary and Dustin’s spectacular sparkler exit.  Congratulations to a very lovely couple!

The Vendor Party:

Wedding Coordination by Kim King Smith Events

Hair and Makeup by Rene Whiteley

Flowers by Kathy’s Kloset

Videography by Timeless Pictures

Ceremony @ Westside Church of the Nazarene

Reception @ The Scottish Rite Cathedral

Catering by Thomas Caterers

Cake by Classic Cakes

Entertainment by Jason Ryan