Layla and Jackson. Cute, cute kids. 
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Heidi works out with me at That Gym on Grandview. She is such a good Mommy! And her cute kids are always dressed to the nines.
He loves his Mommy. I can say that for sure!
Choo Choo.
Jackson. Handsomest little dude around. I LOVE how he is playing with his vest. “I’ll never wear this again, Mommy!”
It’s just much cleaner and cuter to eat ice cream with just a diapeee on!
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Yummmmmmmy!
I chased this little guy ALL around the parlor. He is a FAST one!
Do you think she got ice cream up her nose?
Fave of the day!
I will tayk the pestassheeo & hunnie and a skcoop of the saltee karmil. Fffank yew, Jeni’s.
Hehehehehehe.
Look at these shoes! Jackson with his big boy boots on and Layla with her sparklee All Stars. Adorable.
Even Mommy has on cool kicks!
Layla loves it when Mommy sings to her. The more we get together, together, together. The more we get together, the happier we’ll be.
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Carri and Brian. Engaged.
I love Autumn. The colors. The leaves. The air. Mmmmm.
Um, HELLO PRETTY LIGHT!
And….. HELLO PRETTY WOMAN! 
This reminds me of the famous pitchfork photo. Only with pretty leaves and fun people.
Seriously. Picturesque.
They fit together so perfectly. Like that last book you slide in your bookshelf. Snug and complete. 
ALL TIME FAVE. Carri, you are SO breathtakingly BEAUTIFUL!
This just screams LOVE, FALL and FALLING IN LOVE. (Side note…pine cones are sappy and sticky.)
The park just happened to be having some sort of harvest day for families and there was this cute little corn maze set up for the kiddos. Hey, Carri and Brian! Get yo butts in therrrrrrrreeeeee and have some fun!
Carri is short. The maze had that tacky orange construction fence all the way around it and the only way I could get Carri in the shot without the orange fence was if Brian lifted her up. And then came this beautiful image….
And then this one…
Some fun facts about this happy couple….
Where is your wedding?
Our wedding is in the brides garden at Franklin Park Conservatory on 6/10/12.
How did you meet?
We met through friends (although we went to high school together) his best friend was the drummer of my best friends band Lazy Lane. We went to all their shows, he was always there solo sitting in the back by himself. I made a point to always talk to him, just to be polite. He ended up asking for my #, we talked on the phone for months & became the best of friends. He lived in Columbus, I lived in Morgantown. Our friends band threw a New Years Eve bash, which we both went to and from that night on it’s history! That was January of 2004.
Tell us about your proposal!
We got engaged on 7/23/11. It was a very hot Saturday afternoon, we just got done doing yoga. He kept asking me what I wanted to do today & I said absolutely nothing, I rarely get a day off so I wanted to just relax at home. He said ok, whatever you want. So I was just taking it easy in our favorite chair in the living room, he comes out of the bedroom & says “I can’t wait any longer” gets down on one knee and says “Carri will u marry me?” I said “of course I will!” we kissed, hugged, shed a few tears of joy & then had a long heart to heart. We spent the rest of the day together just hanging out at home.
What makes you guys unique?
Hmm, what makes us unique. This is a tough one aside from the obvious, he is very tall and I am very small. We are a silly couple. We rarely call each other by our real names & we like to make up words for things so that only we know what they mean. It’s like our own secret language! I call him Bee, he calls me be & our favorite thing to do is buggle!
How did you find Crystal Jo?
We found you through a friend of his mom. Sarah Wills Waugh got her wedding pics taken by you & highly referred you.
The Birch Family.
We found a waterfall! I’ve never been to Hayden Run Falls. It was beautiful and made for a pretty pretty backdrop for this little family.
What a pretty Christmas card this will make!
WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE. Swinging baby. Soooo much fun.
LOVE! (A little secret…Anabelle will soon be a BIG sister! I’m sure this Momma is soaking up her precious one-on-one time with her first born.)
Where’s Anabelle?
A little deja vu. Very similar photographs. The one on the left was last year around this time. Still the cutest little thumb sucker. And she LOVES her Mommy!
The photo on the right looks like she is praying. 🙂
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Daww. Me and Anablle. I love this little girl.
Eden. 3 Months Big.
I realize she’s missing a hand but her expression was just too cute not to post.
Eden’s diapers hanging out on the line to dry. This made me want to cloth diaper for about one tenth of a second. Tiff (and any other cloth diapering parents), I give you mad props for doing this. I’m sure it takes a lot of work and time.
True love.
Ha. Love the little bird face. This cracks me up!
Happiest pumpkin around.
Check her out. Holding the gourd.
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ENOUGH IS ENOUGH, ALREADY! Geeeeeez.
The Happy Harville’s. 
Blake.
And Maddox. 
FUN!!!!
Little kids crack me up. 
I love this. How Jennifer looks so happy and proud of her little guy.
This is SO great. Big bubby giving kisses. 
Blowing dandelions. Ha. It looks like Maddox wants to eat it. 🙂
We were pretending like the train was going to a magical place. I think Blake wanted to be sure Mommy came with him. LOVE.
The poppa of these adorable boys, Dr. Harville, owns Harville Chiropractic in Powell. You’ll soon see photos from Crystal Jo Foto adorning the walls of the office. Woooo HOoooo…that’s soo exciting!
Charli. 6 Months Big.
Weeeeeeeeee!
Go Bucks! Cutest little piggies.
Fave, fave, fave from the session! (Loving my new Pumpkin Jessie frame from The Organic Bloom. I sell these now, friends. All different colors, shapes and sizes. I painted the wood backing with chalkboard paint. Kewl.)
Rockin’ those animal print tights and baby blues.
She loves her daddy!
Um, I LOVE FALL! Those leaves are soooo pretty. Stay pretty, leaves. Stay pretty!
Tee hee hee. Aren’t they cute? Babies in sweaters…sooo adorable.
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I just love her so!
Margaux & Adam. Married.
Eat, Drink and Be Married was the theme of the day. And that they did!
This wedding goes down in history as THE FUNNEST BUNCH OF PEEPS WE’VE EVER PHOTOGRAPHED. I know that is a HUGE thing to admit. Well, if you knew them, you’d TOTALLY AGREE! They were SO hilarious. I just giggle thinking about it.
Pinnacle Golf Club. In my hometown…Grove City. We are so proud to have it here. When you drive back here and approach this beautiful building it doesn’t even feel like you are in Grove City or Ohio, really.
Margaux’s present to her groom. A travel box full of memories and a place to keep new ones. (oh, and a snazzy watch.)
You’ll see this in play later…
Trying to get this cool dress shot was kind of a BIG deal. The groom was EVERYWHERE. We were hiding behind corners looking for him so he wouldn’t see us carrying her dress. And when we found the perfect spot, I realized… I’m short. I couldn’t reach the dag on iron thingy. Roberta saved the day. With her tall legs. Shew. Needless to say, I’m pretty darn proud of these cool dress shots. And notice the brides taste in fabulous hangers.
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The gold mirror in the center was her grandmother’s mirror. Brought here so Margaux could see her beautiful reflection while getting ready on her wedding day.
About to make her first appearance in her wedding gown.
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Margaux was such a STUNNING bride. And just so naturally happy. She has THAT personality. The type of person you just always wanna be around because you know you are going to laugh, smile and be yourself. Love you Margaux, rock it out girl!
The bride excitingly asked me to do a photo session with the girls where they do all kinds of fun poses, switching it up vogue style. Um, yes. Rock it out. Rock it out. ROCK IT OUT. YOU GUYS ARE HILARIOUS!
Awwwwww, so cute!
They were so happy and full of laughs. I had to make no corny jokes to get these reactions…ALL NATURAL FUN! (Margaux, I have to show you this picture hanging up in my dining room. All big and fabulous.)
Kissing cousins. (They’ve done this since they were little.)
Jewelry worn by four generations. Here’s proud momma showing it off.
These groomsmen were AWESOME. They pretty much posed themselves. I’d say, now look cool…and I’d get this FABULOUSNESS right here…
Ha. This photo cracks me up. It reminds me of that Duck Hunt Nintendo game. I came across this while editing and busted out laughing. Ana or Roberta, whoever captured this or set this up….HILARIOUS!
Hello, Mr. Weinandy.
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Hahahhahahahahhaha. Adam looks so scared. The bridesmaids look so even more.
Handsome. Times Six. And the red sunglasses are SERIOUSLY too cool for school.
Red socks, too! Even the dad’s had them on!
Groom. Groom’s dad. Bride’s dad. Good stuff.
It’s good luck for your bridesmaids to sign the bottom of your wedding shoes. (I may or may not have made that up, but it sounds good, huh?!)
My fave from the day. I love everything about it.
It’s ALMOST TIME!!!!
Margaux’s dad told jokes as they walked down the aisle. She was literally laughing out loud. It was SO cute.
He read a book about what father’s are supposed to do on their daughter’s wedding day. (what a good dad!) The book recommended saying something funny while walking down the aisle. It worked. She was cracking up!
She took his breath away.
They wrote their own wedding vows. They were witty, endearing and personal. LOVE.
Second fave from the day. (Okay, I can’t just pick one.)
Listening to the soloist sing. It was pretty amazing. Not a dry eye in the house.
What is this?
Margaux is short. Adam is tall. What do we do about this? Stand on a stool for the first kiss. DUH.
See the stool. Hehe.
OFFICIALLY OFFICIAL.
Roberta had to climb on the roof for this. (Love you, Berta. Way to be superwoman!)
The balloon release. In remembrance of their loved ones that could not be physically present.
Can I have a third favorite? Because this would be it. (Ana’s view with the 135L)
My view with the wide angle.
Roberta’s view from the roof.
Stunning. Just stunning.
Ha. Adam, I love the knee bend. 🙂
Rock it out. J. Crew style. (Ellen, you’re so cute!)
These guys are AWESOME. We seriously tried this shot like ten times.
And Margaux rocks my socks. I didn’t realize she was doing a straddle jump (And HIGH) until I was editing. Makes me laugh.
Red heart rings. A fun touch. And the guys showing off their fancy watches.
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This just happened. I asked her to sit on his lap. And this. Magical.
Aren’t they cute?!
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Yay, spin around and around and around. Like a pretty princess on your wedding day!
This, right here, is what it’s all about.
Um, I love this. Adam, frame this and put it on your desk at work. Your co-workers will flock.
It’s all in the details! (Margaux is a graphic designer. Obvi!)
Let’s PARTAY!
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The first dance is not a good one unless there is one dip and a butt bump. UH HUH.
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Oh La La.
Light Girl, working her magical light.
Soulja BoOOOYYYY!!!!
Sweet treats. The different icing and cake denoted by the color of heart on the top of the cupcake. Pretty clever!
This heart denotes LOVE. Cake flavor = Happily Ever After with a diamond sprinkle of FUN.
This lady told me right after this picture that the last time her husband did this while they were dancing (on vacation) she broke her foot.
Good times had by ALL!
The Jo Foto Booth…
Ashley and Demi, trainers at That Gym on Grandview, could NOT GET OUT OF THE FOTO BOOTH. There is seriously like 30 pictures of them. Craig said everytime they would go to the restroom or bar they’d stop at the booth. Crazy kids. 
Behind the scenes. (Where ALL the fun happens!)
Best picture RUINER EVER.
Or is she?
Cutie pa-tooties. Tasha came to run the foto booth.
I love to cuddle with my brides. 
Love that smirk!
Papa, papa, paparazzi.
Dude, she totally started it.
Tasha, did Light Girl steal your tripod? Thief.
And every post should end with a picture of my baby girl. She loves to PLAY, PLAY, PLAY while mommy edits, edits, edits. Precious Pixie Pie.
Cake: The Cake Studio
Flowers: Flowers on High
DJ/Band: Josh Bricker, Sound Dynamix
Ceremony Music: Cardinal Sting Trio
Hair and Make up: Charles Penzones (Hair: Eliana D.)
Invitations: Alaina Cherup with Cheerupcherup
Jewelry: worn by 4 generations
Rehearsal dinner: Dinner was catered by J Liu and was at the Baldridge’s house. It was absolutely gorgeous and a night we will remember forever.
Wedding gown designer: Lee-Ann Belter from Le Jeune Marie (Worthington)
Linens: Connie Duglin Specialty Linen Rental
Tuxes: Men’s Warehouse
Bridal Belt: Kristen Kuehn Designs
Flowers in Bride and Bridesmaids hair: Design by Pris
Songs….
seating of the mothers: Canon in D
Soloist: Jenny Albert (bride’s cousin) – The Lord’s Prayer and I Carry Your Heart
attendants processional: Clair d’Lune
bride processional: Antonio Vivaldi – Spring
recessional: Queen of Sheba
grand entrance: Chris Brown – Forever
first dance: Franki Valli – Can’t take my eyes off of you
cake cutting: James Taylor – How sweet it is (to be loved by you)
father/daughter: Earl Klugh – Till the end of time
mother/son: Taylor Hicks – Do I make you proud
last dance: Queen – We are the champions
Tell Us how you REALLY feel…
What was the most memorable moment of your day?
Any advice for future bride/grooms?
Bride: Don’t get too wrapped up in the planning and don’t allow yourself to get too stressed. Remember to take time to do the little things with each other, go on dates, laugh and have fun. Also, PICK YOUR BATTLES!
To see the awesome video slideshow, click HERE.
Margaux and Adam, thank you SO much for giving us the GRAND privilege of photographing this very special day. You both are amazing individuals and even more amazing together. I love your laughter and joy. It’s so infectious. Enjoy your beautiful lives together. FOREVER. UH HUH!
Pixie received her very first colorful lollipop invitation in the mail…
…to Fiona’s Sweet Shoppe.
The sweet shoppe is OPEN. It came with special sweet shoppe workers (Fiona’s Aunts) and the children paid for their candy with pennies. 
Her mommy found this high chair on craigslist and Papa painted it. The gumball machine was Amy’s when she was a little girl.
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Fiona’s Sweet Shoppe. A little girl’s dream.
Love the photo banner.
Details and color galore!
Put your party hats on! (I like to say put your PARTY PANTS ON! But Amy says this should say party hats and she’s the momma, so she wins.)
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Everything was made very special by mommy and family.
Even these ADORABLE sugar cookies that look like lollipops.
I love the “Whoooooo’s birthday is it?” gift bag. Amy’s baby shower was an owl theme. REMEMBER? And Fiona has owls in her nursery.
Gavin. Looking so dapper with his little bow tie. Bow tie made out of ribbon from his mommy and daddy’s wedding. (A fun tid bit…Kacy & Tim’s wedding was my VERY FIRST wedding I shot professionally. April 2008.)
Time for cake!
She loved it. And she was so delicate with it.
Look how cute this family is…with matching outfits and all!
Yummy!!
PRESENTS!
Fiona was kissing everything. It was so cute.
Pixie was pooped. Little party animal.
Papa having some fun!
Build your own candy necklace with Fruit Loops. Cute idea!
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To watch the video slideshow, click HERE.
Happy First Birthday, Fiona Rose. And many more. We love you very, VERY much!
Robert. 3 Months Big.
He’s the big, LITTLE man of the house. With his two older sisters, Madeline and Sophia.
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I love his bright eyes and cute little bald head.
Happy Baby. Little California Surfer. These photos are for his cool Californian Auntie.
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Pretty family, huh?!
Mommy’s first son. She’s so in love.
Ana is from Brazil. She kept saying cute little things in Portuguese to baby Robert. I had no idea what they meant but the sounds were so chipper and happy. I wanna learn.
Robert, next time I see you, you’ll be sitting up SO big. Can’t wait!
I was hoping to have some beautiful birth photography to go along with this beautiful little newborn boy but there is a much more interesting story!
Andrew Benjamin Cicora arrived into this world into his Mother’s arms…
IN THE FAMILY MINI-VAN! Yes, that’s right, delivered in the car…by his own mama… on the way to the hospital. Jenn went from zero contractions to having a baby in her arms in less than 15 minutes.
Ben (the daddy), while driving, talked to the 911 operator as Jenn untangled the umbilical cord around Drew’s neck. She lifted him to her chest immediately and heard her favorite noise…the first cry. Ben looked over and said, “Is it a boy or girl?” Jenn had no idea. Her mind the whole time was only on baby’s health and safety. She looked down and happily said, “BOY!” The 911 operator whispered “Congratulations” through the cell phone. It was a true miracle. And a great story that I am sure Andrew will be telling when someone asks,
“Where were you born?”
Proud big brother, Nico holding little brother Drew. Big sister, Gianna had “big sis” on her hair bow.
You can see it here.
Grandmother’s old sewing machine…
Andrew was perfectly healthy weighing in at 6 pounds, 12 ounces, 20.25 inches.
Proud daddy.
And brave mommy who delivered her own son.
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