One of the things I love most about my job is getting to know my clients over the years and helping them celebrate their milestones. So I was giddy when Becka got in touch with me about making photos of her Lolo Montana birthday party to celebrate her 40th! She had lots of family and friends in town to help ring in her new decade, and I love that she had me there to document the joy folks were feeling that day!

Thankfully we managed to somehow skirt a major thunderstorm (as has been the theme this year) and were instead treated to a gorgeous sunny evening. And even though the mosquitoes were wicked, they didn’t dampen any of the festivities. Kiddos and dogs ran around and played, people chatted and snacked on delicious hors d’oeuvres and dinner, a sparkly tiara made an appearance (I’m pretty sure everybody should celebrate their 40th with a tiara!) and soon everyone was ready to sing Becka “Happy birthday,” (especially her littlest guy, Brayden!), and, of course, dig into the cake.

Becka! Thank you again for inviting me to capture your special day! I just adore your friends and family, and you always make me feel so welcome and appreciated — thank you for being YOU! And I’ve got to say it again because you deserve it — a giant, mega, happy 40th birthday to your wonderful self! Here’s to a fabulous new decade ahead!

On the docket:

Weddings and portraits galore — stay posted!

Cheers,

-Kristine