Love Takes Flight

Eric and Kate are a fun couple who's wedding we are going to be photographing in October. Their story is interesting to listen to, but must have taken patience. When they met, Kate lived in Kentucky and Eric lived in Minnesota. At any rate, this required a fair share of time in airports and on planes. So, for their engagement session, they wanted to get some images at the airport. Well, it's not like you can just randomly walk anywhere and start taking pictures in an airport anymore. Needless to say, the four of us had a good time getting some fun shots without getting kicked out.

At The Airport


After wrapping up at the airport, we went to Lake Nokomis and the surrounding park area to continue the fun. We had a great time taking some pictures on the beach, getting ice cream, on the rickshaw, etc. After spending a few hours with the two of them, you can definitely tell they are in love.

At The Park


To see some highlights of the day, be sure to check out their slideshow.

Good luck with the final preperations you two. We are looking forward to the wedding.

Thank you Dear

Well, what can I say, it's clear that I have the most wonderful husband. Thank you Sweetie for your nice words and for all the love and support you give me. I know that you are always there for me and I hope you feel the same.
How cool is it that we picked each other!?!

Here's a cute shot of Lauren and her daddy riding on the "neigh-neighs" at the zoo last Sunday.

Love you Bird,

Stacey

4th Anniversary

Today is our 4th Anniversary!

I wanted to take a moment to send a little message to my wonderful wife. Four years ago, I was lucky enough to have Stacey take my hand in marriage. In that time, we have been through a lot. A loss of a job, the start of a business, and the birth of a wonderful baby girl. Not only has she been a wonderful wife, but an exceptional mother! When I see the way she interacts with Lauren, it makes me realize how lucky we are to have her in our life. When you add balancing a business to all of that, she has done an exceptional job. All in all, I couldn't be a much luckier guy.

In closing, Happy Anniversary Stay-Bird. I love you!!!!!

- Jason

Lauren Mae

Well it has been too long since we have put any new pictures of Lauren up online. She has taken quite a liking to our neighbors garden. He is so nice for letting Lauren come and visit, and wander around in it. We are so amazed that at 20 months (tomorrow), she can pretty much tell you all of the vegetables that are planted. Tomato (Mi-mat), Broccoli, Dill, Onion, Bean, Rhubarb, Eggplant. Anyway, here's the little sweet-pea herself.

Our Future little Green Thumb


"Broccoli, Broccoli"


Daddy's Girl!!

Friday Night Lights

NFL Training Camp, the dog days of summer or the signal that fall is right around the corner? As some of you may know, I am a huge VIKINGS fan! I got the opportunity to go to a lot of games as a kid, and have stuck by the Purple ever since. Through the good (2004-beating the Packers in the playoffs at Lambeau) and the agony (1998-wide left, 2000-41 doghnut, and 2003-Paul Allen's infamous "NO"). Well to speed this up, I went to the Vikings/Chiefs practice last night in Mankato. It was a good time seeing some football again, even if it was practice, and I got to take some pictures which is always fun!

A nice one handed grab.


Koren Robinson bringing the ball in.


Big Wig and the tight ends running drills.


The new sheriff - Coach Childress.


The human side of the game - A father and his son.


I'm looking forward to the upcoming season and hope the Vikings do well.

A special thanks to one of our clients, Woodie, who was able to get me a pass so I could get some good shots at the end of the practice - Thanks!!!

Good Luck Vikes!