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Child Cancer Fund - 2009 Premier Wine Extravaganza {Charity}

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:51:00 +0000

This was a hot charity event...I mean, really hot, like in the 90's and in October!! So it made it even more amazing to see all the people that turned out for the First Coast Premier Wine Extravaganza benefiting the Child Cancer Fund. For a mere $50, each participant received a wine glass and gained access to hundreds of different wines. Premier Wines of Jax graciously donated all the wine for the evening.

Turtle Trails 2009 {Charity}

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:47:00 +0000

This was a really cool charity event to shoot for...it was held at the Jacksonville fairgrounds on Oct 3rd. You might have seen these painted turtles around town...each had it's own theme and artist and every single one of them was a true work of art. They were then auctioned off with the monies benefiting The Child Guidence Center.

in my own way: Remembering Somer

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 19:46:00 +0000

This last week has been a very sad one for my community. Last Monday we all watched and waited for the good word that 7-yr old Somer would be found after having not returned home from school. Sadly, we learned that her little body had been found on Wednesday. I watched as her momma's world was shattered into pieces, not being able to fathom an ounce of what she was feeling. I've watched my small community where I've lived for the past 30 yrs, come together in a way I have never seen. People coming out to help a stranger, doing whatever they can in any small way. They just want to help carry this burden of this mom and let her know that she's not alone.

I created this necklace and tile for Diena, Somer's mom. "You are my sunshine" has been reported as one of Somer's favorite songs and how appropriate to have it with her shining face to remember her by.

I'll be dropping this off later tonight along with a note written on the back of the tile. I want Somer's mom to know she's been on my heart all week and that I admire her strength and I am so terribly sorry...

For those of you not in our area, you can follow Somer's story here: http://www.news4jax.com/news/21411401/detail.html

Sweet Baby Jack...

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 16:12:00 +0000

I've known Emilie and Eric...for, I don't know, like forever? I was so excited when they contacted me to do their family photos. Sweet baby Jack didn't so much as whimper the entire shoot, even after I moved him a bazillion times trying to get his sweet face in a shot. He worked his little tongue like mad...and grinned up a storm when his daddy made silly noises (so did those around us in the park...). I enjoyed working with you guys! Enjoy...

Will work for gummy worms...

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 15:49:00 +0000

Who knew that good help could be obtained by a bag of gummy worms? That's what it took to keep Aidan performing long enough to get some shots. I love that Tricia and Alex wanted to use Alex's new car in their shots - he's worked so hard for this reward and cars happen to be a mutal hobby of theirs. I love when clients bring their own props :) Enjoy!!

(My favorite)

I know...

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 15:35:00 +0000

...I shouldn't have favorites...but this family secretly is one of mine. They are some of the coolest, most funnest people I've ever had the honor of meeting. I keep up with them on Facebook and am always excited to see where their next adventure is (like Disney for mom's bday where she wore a gown, a tiarra and a sash and her dudes dressed up like Pirates. I mean, how cool is that?). Ellen - thanks for always having a word to make me laugh right when I need it! Enjoy... Oh, p.s. Their family is all out in Minnesota, so we thought they'd love these warm Florida pics for the holidays!

Cutest Family on the Block...

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 03:25:00 +0000

I love meeting new families that were referred by another client. This has really pushed me to create an awesome new referral program for the new year! Their little girls were the cutest ever, and the older of the two, kept me cracking up the entire time. Remember her little face, you'll probably be seeing her on "So you think you can dance" at some point!

It was awesome meeting you guys - Enjoy!

...then comes Tristen in a baby carriage.

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:02:00 +0000

I love when clients (especially dads!) come with their own ideas and props and we are able to make beautiful art together! This has to be one of my favorite photos I've ever done. Jen and Jason, congrats again on your beautiful baby boy.

Enjoy!

My kind of chaos...

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 15:13:00 +0000

I love this family! I met Robin, the mom, last year when she scheduled their first session...and I have to say, I knew immediately she's my kinda girl and contanstly makes me laugh!! These kids are little balls of fire...'specially the curly headed Princess girl...

Enjoy and it was awesome to see you again!

Strike a Pose {Brooke ~ 2010 Senior}

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 01:56:00 +0000

I had a great time meeting up with you guys. We found some awesome places to shoot...here's a quick sneak peek...Enjoy!

Sweet Rolls and Cute Shoes...

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 03:30:00 +0000

I had a blast working with you guys today. You're an awesome, hip family with a most gorgeous and scrumptious baby girl. I look forward to watching her grow!

Enjoy.

Love outside the lines...

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 12:37:00 +0000

I love it when people are bold enough to do the unordinary...and that's what I saw when I met with Wes and Karissa to grab some shots before their sunset wedding last night. Love the red...

Hope you guys had a great night.....Enjoy!

....and I think this sums it all up!

Off the beaten path...

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:42:00 +0000

...of my normal clients...I had a blast today working with these guys on some shots to use on their upcoming tatto shop website. They had me cracking up the whole time and worked the camera like the Divas they are...I mean, Dudes...

Enjoy! (I did...!)

Oh for the love of all things fru-fru!!

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:43:00 +0000

I had not seen Emma since I did her newborn pics almost a year ago...and I could hardly keep my hands off her once I saw all her squishy goodness! She is a beautiful doll!! Thanks mom and dad for bringing her back...

Mr. JP

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:11:00 +0000

Nat ~ Thanks for letting me spend some time with you and JP. You're a good momma and I'm so glad you were blessed with such a handsome (and ALL boy) boy!!

Pancreatic Cancer Purple Stride - Saturday, September 12

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 11:20:00 +0000

I had the priviledge of shooting the Purple Stride fundraiser for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network on Saturday at the Jacksonville Beach pavilion. They had a 4 mile run and then a 1 mile walk/fun run. It was amazing to see all the family members honoring their loved ones. I put this quick slideshow together - I apologize for the distortion in some of the pics, Smilebox got kinda funky on some of them.

Enjoy

Make a Smilebox slideshow

Sweet Sophie Girl...

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 01:32:00 +0000

I had a wonderful time meeting you, Stephanie and Kevin! As long as we spent together, I guess I should have invited you to stay for dinner! I hope you enjoy your sneak peek. Congratulations again on such a beautiful baby girl!

Sulzbacher Center for the Homeless - Transformations 2009

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:28:00 +0000

I am only one, but I am one.
I cannot do everything, but I can do something.
And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do.
~Edward Everett Hale

Jen's Beautiful Baby Bump

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:56:00 +0000

I had so much fun meeting up with Jen and Jason. Jen is simply gorgeous sporting her baby bump and was up for just about anything. Thanks again for allowing me to capture this precious time in your lives...

Lord, please forgive me for being prideful...

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 02:20:00 +0000

...but I can't help myself when I look at my boy. When I see that he's given his future to going where he's told...to protect those he's never met...and to trust that someone will take care of his needs - it makes me want to shout from the street - that is MY boy.

Chase has been home for a week on leave and has 3 more days until he leaves for Mississippi for combat training. I am so proud of this kid. I am thankful that he was given a second chance in life and he took it and is making it count.

He just got this new tat on Tuesday. Not minutes after he was off the plane for leave, he was already showing me these words on paper and how they meant so much to him.

How can your heart not barely burst?

Take 2

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:09:00 +0000

We had already met up once...but due to nasty weather (it started with a weird sand storm of all things..) we decided to get together for a couple more. This little guy cracks me up! Enjoy!

Here's mom and dad....awesome couple!

OpLove Session - Hannah Park

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 17:40:00 +0000

I had the awesome opportunity to be with this beautiful family last week when they welcomed their daddy, husband and hero home after being gone for 7 months. Sadly, he leaves again next week for 6 months. I am proud to give of my time to provide these families with photos to hang onto until their loved ones return....

Seriously, I could have taken all 3 of these babies home with me - there were gorgeous!!

Cake Smash Cutie

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 12:21:00 +0000

Look at these baby blues! I had a blast working with you guys... Thanks so much for letting me be a part of her big day!

Sweet, sweet Baby Girl "C"

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:40:00 +0000

I love meeting new people and getting to capture the itty bittiness of their new babies! Baby girl "C" was just about as good as it gets...LOVE her sweet little hair and how could not love this gummy full grin?

Thanks again for allowing me to work with you - I really enjoyed meeting you!

Enjoy!

...catch ya on the flipside...

noreply@blogger.com (The Polka Dot Daisy) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:19:00 +0000

I'll be out of the country on vacation from July 2 - July 12th, 2009. I will have limited email access but will get back with you as soon as I can.
Have a wonderful and safe 4th!
xoxo,
Amy