Petrified (in a good way).

I have a confession to make.

I've put up a facade when it comes to this blog.

[mainly involving my last post]

I'm terrified.

I like to think/type that I am completely confident & totally ready to move across the country.

In reality, I have never been so scared in my entire existence.

Hopefully this isn't coming off as being dramatic, but it all sort of fell on my last night.

I am actually moving to California.

What?!

Ever since I knew I wanted to be a photographer (4th grade) I have dreamed about moving away.

It is a little hard for me to believe since none of my dreams have come true before,

but I am gradually getting over my disbelief with each passing minute.

Only 22 more days.

I would say that I'm excited, but that would be a terrible understatement.

Confident.

Exhilarated.

I did this shoot this morning and as soon as we were done I couldn't wait to get home and start editing them.

Kyle is a good friend of mine from MSUM and was in the area for a wedding. I was SO excited to hear that he was up for getting some photos taken.

Since my portfolio is seriously lacking when it comes to male subjects, it was perfect.

He brought along his lovely girlfriend, Mariah.

My lens loved her.

She is one of the most photogenic people I have ever worked with.

I got a little carried away with this post so there are a lot of photos but I just couldn't narrow them down.

Enjoy.

(click images to enlarge)

^Favorite

^I have a feeling Kyle gets this look a lot

^Cutest couple award!

Kyle & Mariah,

Thank you so much. It was great to see you again.

Euphoric.

I think I might have gotten some kind of poison ivy from this session but I am in love with the results so it's all worth it.

Thanks Shelbie!

True.

My current theme song.

Mystical.

I turned 19 today.

I don't feel any different.

I wish I did.

It's sad that the magic of birthdays fades with age.

I am determined to keep the magic.

But since today is almost over I'll start next year...

Sunny.

Aloe, rock & roll, suitcases, longer pigtails, & new undies.

What makes you smile these days?