To say that this week has been a bit chaotic would be an understatement.  We have had kids that were very sick. VERY sick.  We have run ourselves ragged taking care of them, and it has caused our blog and editing to be pushed to the back-burner.  We had to reschedule so many things this week as well, and for those of you that have so graciously worked with us, thank you.  The flu bug is just MEAN.

Times like this make you stop, and really appreciate the simple things.  Last week I was just worried about our daunting “to-do” list before our family leaves for LA March 4th, and this week I have hardly looked at that list, and just find myself praying that we will be well enough to go.  Instead of worrying about whether or not I will be able to get my hair cut before I leave, I am just counting my blessings that my 4-yr. old has the strength to stand up and walk today….I know that sounds so dramatic, but it is completely true.  All of the sudden the little blessings in life are standing out so clearly, and I am thanking God for recovering children and the moments when they are completely healthy.  Good health couldn’t come soon enough, because we have a fantastic wedding this weekend, and a special guest we met here on our blog staying with us, from Germany!  We are really thankful our family is healing.  Now I just have to pick that list back up, dust it off, and bust a serious move!!

Here is a quick preview for E + J.  They came to town from Chicago last weekend for their engagement session, and I can’t wait to post the full preview!!! What a fantastic couple.  We are so happy to be working with them! More coming soon.

This is our final installment in our “favorites of 2008” contest!   If you don’t know what I am referring to, we are having a friendly competition….We have chosen some of our favorites from the past year in the categories of love + marriage, and you get to vote on who should be the winner.  You may choose one from LOVE and one from MARRIAGE!!  (so you can have 2 picks) In the comment box below this post, you can tell the photo number, and WHY you are choosing that photo. (you must share why you are choosing it) The winner of each category will receive a FREE 8×10 from studio3z.

To all our couples below, we adore you!  It has been so fun to be a part of your lives, so thanks for having us.  :)

****I will announce all the winner from the different categories on Monday.****

#1 {love}

#2 {love}

#3 {love}

#4 {love}

#5 {love}

#6 {love}

#7 {love}

#8 {love}

#9 {love}

#10 {love}

#1 {marriage}

#2 {marriage}

#3 {marriage}

Not really in the contest…just my favorite dress shot of the year.  :)

Again, just one of my favorite ring shots of the year.

#4 {marriage}

#5 {marriage}

#6 {marriage}

#7 {marriage}

#8 {marriage}

#9 {marriage}

#10 {marriage}

#11 {marriage}