One life by april

A Happy BDay Momma Sneak Peek

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 30 Oct 2013 06:24:00 +0000

HaPpy HaPpy BirthDay to You Stephanie!!! xoxo

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Just had to share a few of this very Beautiful Sr who has a laugh that I fell in love with immediately!! Today is her very sweet momma's bday and I hope all her wishes come true. I know she is very blessed to have a Daughter who favors her in so many ways. I sure miss seeing my baby girl's smile everyday so I'm happy to capture this for her mom to keep when she heads off into the next chapter of her life.
I have so many I need to post and just want to say a quick thank you to my clients for not expecting them even tho some of you have gotten your pictures already..sigh.. juggling two jobs and family is juggling my brain! I'm so thankful for the perfect clients I'm blessed with!
xoxo

Newsboy cap...

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 16:32:00 +0000

Baker Boy, Apple Cap, Eight Piece Cap, Eight Panel, Cabbie, Jay Gatsby (from The Great Gatsby), Fisherman's Cap, Pageboy, or Applejack Hat...whichever you want to call it you can't deny it is just sooooo stinkin cute! This little man's mom had this with her and He wears it so well doesn't he? I am a huge hat person, I have more then I care to admit in public (but just between you and me I never pass a new one up when I see it so that should tell you something;)shhh...

Here is a little background on the caps for all those curious like I am about why, where and when of things..Pageboy Caps

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We have all kinds of hats for the Father's Day minis so if your a hat fan to and aren't stocked, no worries we will go over what your bringing and fix you right up:) Remember to contact me at this new email april@onelifebyapril.com

Father's Day Mini Me's

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 06:35:00 +0000

I've had several requests to do MiniSessions and so I am adding 'Mini' studio portraits to the business for all those moms who want so very much to capture all those milestones of their little ones growing at a rapid speed to share with family and friends often.

Things You Need To Know:
MiniSessions are different then my Signature Portraits in the way they are priced for lower budget and typically last between 15-30 min max; usually seasonal and themed. There are limited proofs and number of sessions offered but are so perfect for those families who are on a budget. I'm so excited for all the ideas of mini sessions going through my head! As you can imagine I feel like a kid in a candy store coming up with each one of them. Not much makes me happier then my creative mind spinning with fun little things lol;)

So to KicK Off my MiniSession intro, I got to spend the RAINY morning with this little handsome! oh he is soooo lovable and was an absolute Sweetheart from the second he saw me. Thank you so much Rachel for last minute availability. You made it so easy:)

And here's your Father's Day Mini Info...

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It may be an End.. But it's also a Brand New Beginning...

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 09 May 2013 02:46:00 +0000

Wow what an exceptional year of Seniors! It's been so rewarding watching them strive and achieve in the things they love to do. So proud of them, they are indeed true One Life Senior Client Examples by living life to the fullest:) I'm just so blessed by that and wish for them everything Life has to offer and can not wait to see where it takes them five years from now.
Closing out the 2013 Senior year with one more feature of my very precious Niece. I will not get all sentimental and teary because this may be the end of a journey but I know it is really only the beginning of all God has in store for her. I love you Shay and think so often how wonderful it is to see Nanna's spirit in you and all you do. I pray you always keep that with you, never lose your faith and always keep dreamin <3

A beauty in RED...

Pretty In PINK...

Fearless in Denim...

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NOTE: I am booking Senior 2014 Clients already so plz msg me if you need on that list! Also will be sharing something special on the blog before Mother's Day so stay posted or follow along :)

And if you happen to see A 2013 Senior out and about be sure and tell them CONGRATS! We have some extraordinary Youth in our area and day and time for that matter! They deserve to know we are proud of who they are:D

Prom Glamor

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 23:47:00 +0000

Back to one of my favoritest times of the year..PROM TIME!! I feel like a little girl in a candy store when I see all the Teens glitzed up and decked out for a night of fun and dancing:) And of course they did not disappoint me in the least! Loved loved loved them<3

Madison you were stunning as always and that was definitely THE dress!

Ooooo.... now those that Know me well know I was beyond giddy to capture this girl. I've always wanted to have that creamy complexion and red hair. She is sooo strikingly beautiful! Loved the details, the RED shoes & lipstick, black clutch w glasses, the dress color and jewels omgosh yes I was giddy!
Beeeauuutiful<3

The girls were sinking in those insanely tall heals and we balanced on a piece of cardboard the best we could! I had a feeling if one was going down they both would lol, love u girls

Now my next stop just had me teary eyed thinking. My niece's last Senior Prom...just doesn't seem AT ALL possible that this precious girl is fixing to be out on her own. There is just no mistaking that she is all grown up into a gorgeous young lady that I'm so incredibly proud of. Love you so very much Shay

The girls were all beautiful and I loved these dresses they picked out:) The guys of course were awesome and weren't camera shy in the least. Loved the take-outs but too many to post

I know I am always going to see smiles when I get around this ray of sunshine! Love that about her:) she was so pretty in my favorite blue.

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Five years in a blink...

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 04:16:00 +0000

I know as a parent myself I believe my kids just shoot up way to stinkin fast for my taste. I've wondered over and over... why why why lol. It is all I can do to keep up with them much less capture every little detail I want to look back on years later when the nest is empty. So it warms my heart when moms take the time to say, "You know what? There's never going to be enough time or the right time to have pictures done but I'm going to make it happen!" Well let me just say I really don't think five years down the road your gonna regret that. Such is the case for this young man whom is a Senior this year. I had the blessing of capturing him five years ago right before he shot right up passed his momma's sweet head....sigh
Don't know how she does it but she has some of the hardest working but absolutely the sweetest most polite kids I've ever known. We used to talk about these days, when our kids would come to this time in their life and we prayed for the best. Well Dawn I've been blessed with capturing two of your boys and they are two of the best:)

THEN:

AND NOW:

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Live in the Now...

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 05:22:00 +0000

Time is so fleeting and this Senior Yr has been no different. It is no surprise to me why Seniors are so special for me to capture. They inspire me more then I can begin to say. They live in the Now, they do not just exist they live, laugh, love, dream. Do they have worries? Certainly I would say so, they carry more pressure then my day and time on several levels and yet they are some of the most beautiful souls that I feel are often not given the credit or recognition they deserve.

learn from them, live all your moments as if today was all you have.

Life is an adventure... yours <3

Ahhh my dear sweet beautiful M. How I will miss you in front of my lens you are:

Breathtaking...

Serious Yet Fun...

and simply stunning...

I wish you all the happiness in the world and may all your dreams come true<3

Leave a comment and inspire others... how do you live in the now? What's on ur bucket list that's soon to be scratched off?

Family, Love and Expecting...

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 16:00:00 +0000

Hope everyone had wonderful holidays with family and friends. I was very blessed to be surrounded by those I love. I took more pictures then I'll probably ever edit lol in fact with mine and my sister's images combined of our kids we could have a book easily!

Not only did I get family pics that I will get to later (hopefully) but I had a few minutes with this very special girl to my heart and the love of her life whom are expecting a very precious bundle in February:) I along with every other family member can not wait to meet the little man and spoil him beyond reason! Love you two so much<3

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New Year... New Baby...

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 06:21:00 +0000

This precious little baby is not so new now but I did not have the new blog when I took these and Momma made special order for family as Christmas gifts which I think is just the best gift you could give!! So now I can share the images with the rest of you because she is just too sweet not to share:)

I could have taken pictures of her indefinitely she was just sooooo perfect.

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If they only stayed this small longer! I'm so happy when mom's realize this is a very special moment to capture and keep for not just family but for the child themselves years later. So blessed Holly that you've let me capture both of your beautiful children.

NOTE to Clients: It is always best to let me know in advance that you would like Newborn Images so I can plan and we will work you in when your little miracle arrives <3

A December to remember...

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 07:56:00 +0000

November was a month of Thanksgiving and past all to fast with many blessings for which I am grateful. And Now December is upon us:) May it be a month of Remembering all this year has brought you whether it be good or bad.

I love this month and everything it means to me as I count down to Christmas<3 <3 <3
I am going to confess because I feel it's safe now that it's Dec.. shouldn't get too much hate mail but I have been listening to Holiday music since the beginning of Nov! (lol) Gosh it feels good not to hide it anymore;)
I apologize to anyone this irks but it just puts me in the best mood, along with the holiday movies. YES I'm that bad! Here's the thing. This is a love I share with my only daughter whom is now in her 2nd year of college and it is still every bit as hard not having her here for all our little traditions like rocking the house with our classic holiday music while doing our things or cuddled up watching our chic holiday movies w hot chocolate. So as I start this December to remember I will share some pictures I got to snap of my precious girl and her guy. And I'm counting the days till she's home for her break so we can create some more sweet memories.. because for the life of me I can't get these boys to care much about these love stories. What's up with that?

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We have some really fun ones with the letters and I'll share them another time. I never tire of getting this pretty girl in front of my camera. She has grown into the most beautiful young lady inside and out. Her Faith, ~~Stubbornness~~ I mean Determination, Love for those she holds close to her heart is very inspiring and I could not be more proud <3
Because I knew she wouldn't mind I played around with one of their images. I love designing and having fun with cards and such and it's always fun to play some artistic touches on images every once in awhile. Time consuming but it's actually therapeutic for me bc it's smtn I get lost in.
Here's a vintage twist...

Hope everyone takes the time to reflect on something today.

Share in the comments what your favorite traditions are. I would love to start some that my boys actually enjoy!

They would love it more.. haha

The Years fly by...

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 04:23:00 +0000

Wanted to share a few I captured of my firstborn niece not too long ago. She holds a special place in my heart. I only have one daughter and watching the two grow up so close together has given me such happiness. They share a special bond and created some wonderful memories with my mom. Mom would be extremely proud to see what amazing, sweet, beautiful spirits both of them have grown to be. I see so much of her in them and am thankful for that<3
Shayleigh I love you with all my heart. I am so blessed to be your aunt and cannot wait to see what life holds for you. Happy Senior Year Sweetheart:)

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Mother May I????

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 02:43:00 +0000

I have been crazy busy with some amazing Seniors lately but I don't think I've ever been happier or had as much fun as when I'm with them. They never fail to find me slightly crazy for some of my stunts or slightly silly for some of my commands or expressions but they are ALWAYS ready for a challenge and that's just awesome for me! I can promise you 90% of the time if I say don't move they will lol which I think is very hilarious & that we have to define the two elementary words and resort to Mother May I? =D I'm sure this makes no sense to you unless you are one of mine so I'll get on with it..

I have watched this girl grow on the ball court, on the softball field, even rodeoing and there is one thing I have always loved and that's her genuine sweetness. So very excited to be a part of her Senior year and wish her all the happiness in the world because she most certainly deserves it:)
Love U Timber

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Hope everybody had a great BeanFest weekend in our little Folk Music Capital of the world. I'm now working on your Christmas cards... I know it's Crazy but it sneaks up on you or at least me bc I'll stay in denial till about the 15th of Dec lol. But for those of you that are 'plan aheaders' we've almost got them done and for those of you 'last minuters' like me if your wanting family pictures for cards let me know asap ;)

Loyal to the end..a boy and his dog

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 02:24:00 +0000

We have a new addition to the family and I have to say she is the sweetest thing! When my oldest son started insisting he wanted a coon dog I really didn't have any problem with it other then the fact that she needed to look like the one off of Sweet Home Alabama lol. Well I can tell you now, she does NOT! But it was love at first sight when I cam home and looked into her sweet eyes and that exuberant wagging tail :) And nothing brings this momma more joy then seeing her boys so happy. So here is our Rosie...

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As you can tell our leaves are changing colors and we have one of the prettiest fall shows we've had in awhile. I will be taking my Seniors Fall images this Sunday and if anyone is needing family portraits I have a couple spots left. Fingers crossed I round up my bunch for one bc the colors are just stunning. It is a RUFF task tho ; ) hahaha couldn't resist

Gone Country...

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 04:43:00 +0000

I've always heard the saying, "I don't need a knight in shining armor. A sweet boy in old blue jeans will do just fine." And I can imagine there's quite a few girls who think this line when it comes to this sweet Senior I got to hang out with today! He's got the heart of a country boy and you just gotta love that:)

Excited about some ideas with his truck.. ok so a tad scared/nervous about the mudding and scary bridge but I intend to drag his momma with me every step of the way lol And anyway, life's all about making memories living it ; )

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Rustic Charm & Beauty...

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 05:39:00 +0000

This was a recent exclusive Seniors on the RoaD in St Louis:) Had an amazing time with this beauty and made lots of memories with laughter and fun. Mom came along and it was a weekend not to be forgotten. I'll be sharing more with her Bio soon. I simply have the most RocK Awesome Seniors with so much talent and am so blessed to follow them all year and be a part of their life!

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If your interested in an original Senior Session and have a couple friends even you want to share it with contact me now. Bookings are limited and almost filled!

Daddy's are special in so many ways..

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 04:50:00 +0000

There is something so special about the bond of a father and their children. I love nothing more then to catch that in images for the family. It is definitely a memory to keep forever and one I know I cherish whenever I see an image of me with my dad during my childhood. It's but a small moment in time yet it's a part of us we carry forever. Hope you caught some memories today as well:)

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Hope everyone had a very special day :) I have counted many blessings today for which I'm thankful. Two of them being, I spent the day with my amazing daddy and family And I'm thankful for the father of my children because he is truly the best father they could ever hope for...

Please remember to leave a comment if you stop by so I'll know if I need to continue using my time to blog~ xoxo

Sweet, Precious & Bundles of Fun..

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 20:49:00 +0000

Hello BlogWorld, again ;)

Recently I had the pleasure of spending some time with such a loving fun family. I was truly blessed to meet this couples' three precious delightful girls. If you know them I'm sure you are smiling because those words describe them perfectly. One just can't keep from smiling when around them :)

So today, Just a peek to show you and tm we'll meet the whole family

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Testing

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 04:05:00 +0000

Test test!

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