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 24, 2015

Merry Christmas!!!

Merry Christmas!!!

I look outside wishing that gentle rain were actually snow flakes falling down. I’m sure I’m wishing this wayyyyy too soon because if the predictions are correct, we aren’t really going to want the amount of snow that is anticipated for this winter season! A white Christmas would be nice, right? One of these years. 🙂

I know I’m a day early but … MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!! I’m taking today and tomorrow off of work to spend with family and friends. It has been a humbling Christmas as I have heard/seen so many stories of grief during this Holiday season. I am praying for you ALL! <3 I wish I could give everyone that has been in my thoughts a BIG hug!!! Love you all and so grateful for you in my life! Remember to those you hold so dear to your heart, remind them how much they mean to you and then remind them AGAIN! 🙂 This season isn’t about the presents or how many social gathering we can attend or how much food we can stuff in our tummies, it’s about celebrating our faith! We should look up to the BIGGEST gift of our lives, eternal life! THAT is priceless.

Wishing you all a very merry upcoming weekend!!! XOXO!

Merry Christmas!!!

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