KMI Photography http://kmifoto.com/blog Blog Thu, 23 Feb 2012 18:36:48 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 kmiphotographyhttp://feedburner.google.com Life As We Now Know It http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/kmiphotography/~3/Qfu1F2gEzfY/ http://kmifoto.com/blog/life-as-we-now-know-it-2/#comments Thu, 23 Feb 2012 18:06:19 +0000 KMI Photography http://kmifoto.com/blog/?p=5859 Our little Millard family as been experiencing a lot of changes in the past few months. We are ever adapting to the new flow of life. We find ourselves vacillating between holding on with white knuckles to slowly breathing in the beautiful moments taking place around us.

For much of 2011, I was pregnant with our second baby, a little boy. Finally (finally! thank the sweet Lawd, finally!) he arrived on a beautiful October evening and immediately filled our hearts with so much love that they surely could have burst. William Wright was born at our home, in our bedroom, surrounded by people we love (and attended by a highly skilled Certified Nurse Midwife)-He was 8lbs, 12ozs of pure perfection. To date, it was the most beautiful, amazing experience of my and Kevin’s life.

Since William’s arrival into our family, life has been passing in a blur of diapers and baby laughs, sleep deprivation and absolute elation. Big sister Maggie is transforming from a toddler into a little girl—a little girl who firmly believes she is (in her words) “the princess of the world.” She is beautiful and innocent and kind hearted, and thankfully adores her little brother. She genuinely cares for others and loves so big for such a small little thing. I want to be like her when I grow up.

So far, parenthood seems to be the most valiant, beautiful and terrifying thing we have ever done. If you are a parent, you know exactly what I mean :) The days are long and the years are short and you try so desperately to soak up all the goodness amidst all the crazy. It’s hard, but it’s wonderful. I feel like I’m the luckiest.

In the world of KMI Photography, we are gearing up for what is sure to be an amazing 2012! We are thrilled to be able to work with some wonderful couples this year; we always look forward to getting to know our brides and grooms! Bring on the Spring Weddings, we cannot wait!

I want to leave you with our past few months in pictures- these tell our story better than I can. I hope they make you smile.

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Thanks Sarah and Zach for letting us be a part of your wedding day!

Venue: Bellamy Mansion
Caterer: Bon Apetit
DJ/Band: DJ Professionals – Eric
Florist: Eddies Floral Gallery
Tent/Chair Rental: Party Suppliers

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Venue: Bellamy Mansion
Caterer: Bon Apetit
DJ/Band: DJ Professionals – Eric
Florist: Eddies Floral Gallery
Tent/Chair Rental: Party Suppliers

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We loved being at the City Club at de Rosset with some fabulous wedding professionals!

Social Butterfly Events and Design Perfection did an amazing job with the event and floral design!

Violinist, Maura Kropke serenaded us for the afternoon.

The gals at Pomp provided the lovely furniture and lounge seating.

High Performance Lighting and Party Suppliers helped to create a beautiful setting.

Artist Ben Keys, worked away, painting a gorgeous depiction on the City Club!

Carolina Cakes and Confections had some beautiful desserts for everyone and the delicious food was provided by the City Club chefs.

Thanks to all who participated and coordinated! It was such a well done event!

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We are so excited to be a part of this unique and fun event in downtown Wilmington. A great change of pace from overwhelming bridal events, Courtyards and Cobblestones: “A Walk Through Wedding Row” is a perfect opportunity to get to know some of the areas best vendors in a format that is comfortable and fun. During this historic tour, you will walk through 2 blocks of Downtown Wilmington with a guide to lead the way. You’ll hear about the beautiful history Wilmington has to offer and at each of the 4 venues, you’ll have the opportunity to mix and mingle with wedding professionals who have teamed up to create a real wedding day.

No booths and vinyl banners, just us… in our environment, showing you what we have to offer and striking up conversation along the way!

If you are getting married in Wilmington, NC you don’t want to miss this event! For more information, find Courtyards & Cobblestones on the web, facebook, twitter, or buy tickets here

Find us in the City Club, we can’t wait to see you there!

Courtyards & Cobblestones – A Walk Through Wedding Row from Matt Davis on Vimeo.

 

 

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]]> http://kmifoto.com/blog/shape/feed/ 0 http://kmifoto.com/blog/shape/ Aaron & Allison’s Engagement Session ~ Wrightsville Beach, NC Photography http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/kmiphotography/~3/RsDb7mSFG8k/ http://kmifoto.com/blog/aaron-allisons-engagement-session-wrightsville-beach-nc-photography/#comments Wed, 28 Sep 2011 14:00:26 +0000 KMI Photography http://kmifoto.com/blog/?p=5233 We had a blast with these two during their engagement session, and we loved all the locations and the variety we were able to incorporate in the session. Congratulations Aaron and Allison!

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Minister ~ Scott Dodson
Transportation ~ Wilmington Trolley
Caterer ~ Shell Island Resort
Band ~ Reality Show Band
Florist ~ Island Florals by Roxanne
Videographer ~ Mari Kittredge
Wedding Planner ~ Meredith Swicegood
Tent Rental ~ L&L Tent

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