I’m Stephanie, a wedding + lifestyle photographer based in Colorado Springs, Colorado and Warrenton, Virginia. Whether I’m by the mountains of Colorado or Virginia, my soul feels at home, surrounded by rural living and the raw beauty of nature. I genuinely love what I do, and feel so passionate to share the enthusiasm and joy of these celebrations with you!

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December 1, 2014

Happy December!

Guys … it is DECEMBER! One of my favorite months! Although, I wouldn’t mind being a little warmer … but if there is snow I’ll give it a reason to be cold outside. šŸ˜‰ I thought I would do a little something fun today on the blog since there really won’t be a “weekend recap” since I will have been in the same exact place for a week now. Haha! I’ll be catching up with my trip upon my return. šŸ™‚

Here are things I’m looking forward to this month!

CHRISTMAS DAY
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Church
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Starbucks Christmas coffees
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Dressing up in cute Christmas outfits
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Decorating
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Light seeing
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SNOW
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Gathering with family/friends
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Board Games
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A lite fireplace
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Baking cookies
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Giving
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