Sheri’s been my best friend for 14 years. I was there when each of her babies were born, and I’d be there again if she ever decided to have a few more (which I totally think she should…I mean, look at her kids!) I moved away from home six years ago, and not a day goes by when I don’t think of her. I was home this past week and finally got a chance to photograph her not-so-babies-anymore.
Thirty years ago today, one of the most beautiful women I’ve ever known gave birth to the most wonderful man I have ever known.
To her I say: Thank you. Thank you for raising such a wonderful, caring, sensitive, and strong man. Thank you for teaching him what’s right and what’s wrong. Thank you for showing him that love and affection are wonderful things to have and to give in life.
To him I say: When I was a little girl, I played make believe. I pretended to cook and clean and to be a Momma to my baby dolls. (I did not role play walking around the grocery store with a screaming toddler, because there are some things that you must experience to truly appreciate). But in my naive mind, I imagined a man, a husband. He was brave and strong and very handsome. And he loved me. Some might call this a silly fairy tale or the immature longings of a girl who loved romance. But I call it my life. Today you turn 30 years old, and more than anything, I want you to know that I love you more than I ever dreamed. You are a man among men. You stand out as you lead our family. You are my heart, my life, my best friend, my soul mate.
Happy Birthday, Chris.
All my love.
Bethy
I thought Cole was going to look like me. After all, he came out with a ton of dark brown hair. Well, we all know how blonde he turned out. I got my second chance with Camryn and she too came out with lots of brown hair. Then it all fell out and grew in light brown (I refuse to call it blonde). I may have lost the hair color battle, but there is no mistaking this child is mine. Chris calls her Beth Jr. I’m attaching a family photo from back in 1982. I’m the one on the right.
Thank God for chubby cheeks and rubber band wrists, or I may not have had a dog in this fight.
love it love it love it!!!
That photo of Camryn is my FAVORITE!!!!! LOVE IT!!!!! She definitely looks like you!
Christian says that Pop Pop is a ringer for Simon Cowell. LMAO.
I think Darryk, as an adult, looks JUST like pop-pop but with light hair and eyes!
Awesome! Beth, Camryn looks just like you!
Oh my God!!! Beth, she is the copy of you. Which means, she’s beautiful! Congrats. And beautiful picture too! 
I don’t know so much about Darryk looking like my dad, but he certainly walks just like he did, on the ball of his foot first and then his heel… Just think, that baby doll bed was made by my dad for my 5th birthday…I think that qualifies it as an “ANTIQUE”! Beth Jr looks like she’s enjoying being in it. So cute.
The Details…
- Saturday, May 8th and Sunday, May 9th (Location TBD)
-Each session will last 30 minutes.
-There are a limited number of spots available, and your session time is only guaranteed with payment.
-Sessions are available for children, siblings, couples or family (up to 4 people).
-Session fee is non-refundable, unless sessions are cancelled due to weather.
-Additional digital files, prints and products are available a la carte. No substitutions may be made.
-Email me at bethsmithphoto@gmail.com to schedule your session!
It practically hurt my eyes seeing all the sunshine from the last few days. It’s been pretty grey and gloomy here. Today’s high….83! WHAT? Took advantage of it while it lasts. Here’s a couple of the kiddos outside in the backyard. Camryn hates the grass, but loves her boots. Cole has forgotten how to smile. Just another example of my kids’ infection of PCS (Photographers Child Syndrome). Is there a cure? It’s immune to lollipops.
I really need to get out and explore the area for some different areas to photograph in. My backyard is really, really boring.
Happy St. Patricks Day….this was the only thing green in her closet. Poor kid.
It may look and feel like Winter outside but Spring is right around the corner. I figured it is time to get the ball rolling on some spring mini sessions! So “what’s a mini,” you ask? Mini sessions are a shorter version of my regular sessions. Mini sessions are scheduled on a particular day and several sessions happen consecutively. You get a dedicated time slot based on preference and availability.
The Details…
- Saturday, April 17th at Shawnee Mission Park (9am-10:30am and 3pm-5:30pm)
-Each session will last 30 minutes.
-There are a limited number of spots available, and your session time is only guaranteed with payment.
-Sessions are available for children, siblings, couples or family (up to 4 people).
-Session fee is non-refundable, unless sessions are cancelled due to weather.
-Additional digital files, prints and products are available a la carte. No substitutions may be made.
-Email me at bethsmithphoto@gmail.com to schedule your session!
I am currently accepting applications for Senior Reps. You’re probably wondering what a Senior Rep is? Well….A Senior Rep is someone who will represent Beth Smith Photography and spread the word to classmates and friends about Senior Sessions throughout the school year. Applicants must be fun, outgoing, NOT camera shy and willing to spread the word about me.
In order to be a Senior Rep you must:
-Have great style and enjoy being in front of the camera.
-Be a upcoming Senior, graduating in 2011, or a Junior graduating in 2012.
-Agree to share your custom photo experience with classmates and friends.
As part of the Senior Rep program, you will receive the following:
-2 custom photo sessions (creative fee waived). One session can be completed before the 2o10 school year begins, the other before graduation.
-Free 8×10 and set of wallets.
-$25 print credit for every referral that results in a booking and completion of a session.
-50 personal rep cards for you to pass out around school.
-20% off additional print orders and products.
-15 low resolution images on CD for you to share on social networking sites such as Facebook, MySpace etc.
Are you interested? Click HERE to apply!
Applicants that are chosen will be contacted with additional details.
It’s rare that I actually get a decent picture of Cole these days. They are definitely few and far between, so I cherish the ones I do manage to quickly snap. Was he bribed for this one? Perhaps.
Maybe one day I’ll be cool enough to give away prizes like this, but for now I’m going to leave it up to the experts at Epiphanie Bags. They are giving away either a brand new Canon 5D Mark II or a $2500 Southwest Airlines gift card on their blog! You can enter just by commenting on the contest blog post, twittering about their give away, becoming their fan on Facebook or about 15 other ways to enter, so go check it out! Oh, and buy a bag! I’m going to!
Love the bottom left of the two of them together! Adorable!!!
Wonderful pictures…beautiful children. Great job on both of your parts!
Great pictures Beth…the kids are darling and the Buttercups never looked better!!