Marilyn and Brian's Winter Wedding

We were so excited when snow was expected for Jan. 19th. Primrose Cottage is a beautiful location and it was breathtaking covered with snow. Many of the guests couldn't help but have a snowball fight on the patio during the reception. This will be one wedding that we will never forget. A big thank you to Marilyn, Brian, and the whole wedding party for braving the weather and going outdoors with us. Congratulations to you both!





The men braving the snow.




A winter wonderland.






Even the father of the bride had a blast throwing snowballs at guests.

Not One, Not Two, But Three!

Luke Dand is a friend of Matt's from high school. We were able to see him, his wife Kendra and their new family at Christmastime when we were visiting Matt's family. They wanted to have children, but God blessed them with three at once! It truly is a miracle and we admire how hard they are working and how well they have adapted. We would like you to meet Ryland, Noah, and Olivia


*Disclaimer: no fertility drugs were used in the making of these babies.

Italy - Part II

St. Peter's Basilica from a distance



Inside St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican


One of Michelangelo's greatest works. Could you imagine creating something like this when you were 22?


Castel Sant'Angelo and Ponte Sant'Angelo


We climbed 350 stairs for this view (I made sure Matt had the backpack for this foray). It was pretty hazy and we were a little disappointed thinking that we wouldn't have any good pictures, but this has turned out to be one of my favorites.


Inside the Vatican museum


It's true; they don't allow you to take pictures inside the Sistine Chapel. Unless you're sneaky.


Leaving the Vatican Museum


Not our most gourmet meal, but look at the view!


The Colosseum at night

Italy - Part I

Here are some of the long promised Italy pictures. It was one of the best trips I have ever been on. Every time I talk to someone about it, I never do it justice. So, I give the following advice: If you ever have the chance, GO!

A rainy night far away from Georgia


The top of the Trevi Fountain


No explanation necessary.


How happy was I to be in the Colosseum!


Palantine Hill


The Roman Forum


The Pantheon (one of my favorite places in all of Rome)


A Church (I think it's Santa Maria del Sopra, but I would not bet my life on it)


The Trevi Fountain


Roma!


Matt engrossed with our favorite companion - the guide book.

A Taste of Italy

Back in Nov. Melissa and I took a ten day trip to Italy where we visited Rome and Florence. Since our return we have been sorting and reviewing the images we took while over there. It was so hard to narrow down the pictures, so we pretty much gave up and have been doing post work on almost all of them. We are about 95% done, but wanted to give you a taste of what's to come. We are going to try to break it down into several different posts, so stay tuned!

Christmas with the Yungs

Here are a few photos from our Christmas with Matt's family in Clarksville, TN.



Kai-Lin blowing out a candle at the Christmas Eve service.




Apparently Kai received everything she wanted.


My brother's wife Karen opening a gift.


Micah (my nephew) burnt out after four and a half hours of unwrapping gifts.


My dad the chef. No one asked him to wear the outfit, but it set the mood.


She enjoyed climbing into the boxes as much as the cat did.


Sleeping Micah.


There is no posing two children and a dog.


My sister and her hubby.


My brother and I bonding together.

Merry Christmas

We are celebrating the holidays with Matt's family in Clarksville, TN. Thanks to Matt's sister, Jessica, for the following pics (and check out Jessica Rayborn). So far we've opened one of Matt's gifts early so we could play Texas Hold 'em (his brother, Aaron, has won $25 off the rest of us) and have had a lot of fun just being all together. We are wishing you a wonderful Christmas and may God bless you in the new year.



Here's hoping Santa brings you everything you've asked for this Christmas

Sunset Beach, NC

Here is a recent shot I took of the pier at Sunset Beach, NC. My family and I have vacationed there since I was a kid, and Melissa and I are so excited to share this place with Kai-Lin as she grows up.

Brandon and Lindsay

We shot the engagement session for the future Mr. and Mrs. Wix at the Marietta Square. All the Christmas decorations made for a very festive and romantic atmosphere. Lindsay and Brandon were great! They ventured with us to a scary looking alley and didn't question when Matt got excited and inspired by --- a puddle. To Brandon and Lindsay - March 15, 2008 is going to be great!