Since David and I moved to Abilene it was as if everything changed for us! New town. New apartment. New friends. New church. New LIFE. Not only have I been busy developing my photography business and our partnership, Double Knot Photography, for all wedding, bridal and engagement photography, but a huge chunk of my first 6 months in Abilene has been devoted elsewhere!

God gave me an amazing opportunity upon first moving to Abilene. WYIM Publications wanted to start a magazine in Abilene called Abilene Living. Since I conveniently moved to Abilene, I was asked to start photographing the businesses advertising in the magazine. It quickly turned into more — and I was soon asked to start writing! I interviewed some AMAZING people! Dorsie Wallace is a designer who designed the flag that went to the moon, presented a ruana to Sonny & Cher when they toured through Abilene, and had one of her designs printed in Vogue Magazine. This article is called Falling Into Fashion. Frank & Della are proud parents of the famous western artist Jack Terry and my article Sons of Oil tells the story how God preserved his life while he was still in the womb, as well as contrasting the relationship between Jack and his brother Brooks. My last article printed in this publication is Love With A Smile about Dr. Christie Leedy, a dentist in Abilene. She serves on the Texas Governors Commission for Women with Anita Perry and is making such an amazing difference in the community of Abilene!

I love writing but only make it a priority when I’m pushed to do so. So the magazine was a wonderful incentive to do what I love! So after 6 long months and lots of time, the Abilene Living Magazine is finally in print! I am so humbled my picture made the cover, and to have 3 stories printed that I wrote and photographed is equally mind boggling! This is a wonderful magazine that highlights Hometown Living At Its Best and is full of articles written about people in Abilene. I have taken a few pics to share ! If you would like a copy, you can contact the Abilene Chamber of Commerce!

Ashley and I have been working really hard lately… and we are so excited to let you in on the secret

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Lensie & Drew tied the knot at First Baptist Church in Stephenville. They are such a lovely couple — Lensie was laughing and smiling through the whole day. I love seeing how two people look gaze into each other’s eyes, especially when they love each other! I don’t have much to say because the pictures will tell the story of this special union!

It was such a pleasure sharing this special day with Kellan and Stephanie. Stephanie was such a wonderful bride — so calm and all smiles . Now Kellan and his guys were another story… they were full of giggles! Ashley and I still don’t know what was so funny but it sure made for some wonderful pictures! I love seeing purity between a couple and most of all seeing God in the center of their relationship! Many blessings on your marriage Stephanie and Kellan… you are very special people!

It has taken me FOREVER to blog Julie and John Mark’s Wedding!! Ashley and I had so much fun sharing this special day with this sweet couple. We drove all the way to Greenville, TX and I was surprised by the hometown feel…I think I was expecting to feel like I was in Dallas. We met up with Julie and the bridesmaids at Julie’s mom’s house and then headed to the church. It’s such a joy working with a bride who genuinely appreciates us shooting her wedding! The reception was a blast — I spent most of my time following around little kids (as always). Hope you enjoy the pics!

Rochelle and I go way back… like back in the days of poofy bangs and monstrous bows! We were best buddies and spent many nights at each other’s house! We share so many memories together. When we graduated high school, we went our separate ways, Rochelle to A&M and myself to Sam Houston State. Eight years later I received an email from Rochelle saying her and her mom would be in Texas and wanted family pictures! I was so delighted. Rochelle and I exchanged many emails catching up on lost time. It’s a shame it took family pictures to join us back together! These 3 ladies are very special to me

We absolutely FROZE taking these pics. Poor Becca was wearing flip flops — snow and flip flops don’t mix! I brought my mom along, actually she asked come along and “help” (but I know she just wanted to catch up with Tammy). I think we all spent too much time talking, and less time taking pics… but we had lots of fun! Sorry Becca for keeping you in the cold so long! But you look stunning in all your pics .

This freezing morning I was the photographer on the run… with twin boys and an older brother, you can only imagine how long their attention span was!! I was laughing through the whole session, especially when the boys spotted a cat and started chasing it! These boys are so cute — and they know how to keep you on your toes !

Introducing the Cassle Family…

Aimee decided to rally her brother and sister together for some family pictures. This was another Christmas surprise … something their mom has been wanting to do for a while. Andrew, Allison, and Aimee have personality — that’s for sure — and they know how to have a good time! Here are some of my favorites

This little boy captured my heart. My mom has a really dear friend and together they have walked through some rough times. Mom wanted to give her friend pics of her grandson, Hayden, for her Christmas present — but keep it a surprise! Mom contacted Hayden’s parents and we met up with them by a old truck. Little Hayden was quite the ham. I sat him on the back of the truck and soon realized I was competing for his attention. He had 2 pennies in his hand that were his number one priority. I asked him if I could hold them and he quickly disagreed. He was determined to squeeze those pennies in his pocket — and not let a stranger steal them!! Thanks Darby and OJ for letting us borrow your son!