Adopt Cats and Kittens in Allen, Plano, McKinney

I finally had a chance to visit with my friends at NTCR and take some photos of their gorgeous kitties!

Check them out..

Astrid

Odette

Darby

Samantha

Lefty

MJ

Jazzie

Jewel

Opale

Amora

Neige

Belle

Toulouse

Bailey

If you are interested in any of these kitties, head on over to the PetSmart in Allen at Stacy Rd tomorrow for the third day of their big adoption weekend. Or, you can contact them on their website!

The Royal Wedding!

I've seen a lot of people who are complaining about the coverage for the Royal Wedding. I myself have remained pretty neutral about the whole thing, but curious. To tell the truth though, after I watched it, I felt really glad I did. I saw things about it that I really liked, and I feel like I witnessed a part of history.

First, let's talk about the dress! It was from Alexander McQueen's house and I thought it was perfect. It was beautiful but it was still subtle. It wasn't over the top, like I think many people were hoping it would be.


Image by the Associated Press, taken from here.


Many people kept bringing up Princess Diana and her wedding dress, and wondered if Kate (Catherine!) would be wearing something that compared to the extravagant nature of Diana's dress. But it seems like Kate channeled a different princess with her dress:


Image from Fashion Era

As soon as I saw the dress, I couldn't help but see the resemblance to Princess Grace of Monaco's wedding dress. Just a little more modern for a modern age.

I also loved the emotion I saw. I know it seems like it was a pretty dry affair, but as Royals they are expected to behave a certain way. But I could see the way Kate held onto her father's hand as she came down the aisle, and how William told her she looked beautiful, just like any groom would say to any bride. I liked those little touches.

I agree with the commentators who said this is a new era for the Royal family. I think that William and Kate will be the superstars that Charles and Diana were back in their day.

Also:
The Queen is adorable and looked like anybody's grandmother.
Catherine Elizabeth is a great Royal sounding name.
This was one wedding where nobody was allowed to be late!
I loved the hats. All of them.

And, I really want to go to London! Someday, someday. :)

The M Family - Richardson Family Photography

Time really flies when little ones are.. well.. little! Then, the next thing you know, they're not so little. That's definitely the case with our nephew Barrett. He's getting to be such a big guy!

I met up with Stephanie, Mark and Barrett for a quick family session on a Saturday morning. Barrett has been a little camera shy for the past couple of years, but I think he has turned a new leaf! We were running from some crazy light, but we still got some super cute shots.

But, first, a flashback. From December 2007, when Barrett was only six weeks old.

I actually still really like the shot of Mark with Barrett on the right, so sweet!

Now, check out how big he's gotten!





















Barrett loves to try and scare people, so I was VERY scared here :) Hehe.






Love you guys, and here's to Barrett and his new relationship with my camera ;)

Samantha and Brandon's Plano Portrait Session

While my cousin was in town for my brother's wedding, she wanted to know if I could do a portrait session for her and her husband, Brandon. Of course! It was an absolutely gorgeous day, perfect for photos!

Check 'em out..





Somebody has been practicing being fierce!








Love this one :)












More fierceness here.








Definitely one of my favorites..
















Thanks for looking and I hope you had a great holiday weekend. Be sure to come back later for more great stuff!