Family – truly, in the deepest sense of the word. This is my handsome brother and his gorgeous bride! They’re old married folk here but keeping that newlywed glow. It is so amazing to watch my brother with his other half – completing him in every way. I am so, so thankful for all that God has done to bring them together and grow them closer to one another and to Him.

While they were home for a visit, we dashed to the Stephenville Historical Museum despite some chilly temperatures. What a duo! They gave me these gorgeous smiles, and then while I scouted the next location, M was such a gentleman to make sure his bride was warm . It paid off!

I have to admit that families have always made me nervous, but thanks to this family I’ve started loosening up! This was SO much fun!

I met Arlyn at a women’s comedy night as we were both on the welcome team for the evening. As we chatted, she brought up that her daughters were coming into town (two in school and one in military), and they wanted some family pictures. I have to admit there was a moment inside of me where my insecurities made my heart race a bit, but since I had spent so much time chatting and laughing with Arlyn, I couldn’t help but say yes (and with a happy, excited heart).

When I met up with the Stein family and met the girls and hubby, I knew we were in for fun! Especially when we start near the beginning with a “stunt” gone awry…

So, after we made sure everyone was okay, which was pretty obvious from the amount of laughing we all did…

Aren’t they beautiful?!