Monday, September 16, 2013

ESTEBAN JR. + ZAVIER : BROTHERS

These two brothers were so much fun to hang out with! Zavier and Esteban Jr. brought tons of awesome toys to play with and were never shy in front of the camera! I loved the way they would just pause for a few seconds and give me a super serious model look, those were the best! We even got to go to the park and have even more fun! These two are just so handsome and a joy to be around, thanks guys :)


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Saturday, September 14, 2013

MY NAME IS MARIVELLE. THIS IS MY STORY.

My name is Marivelle.
This is my story.
I wrote it for someone.
I don't know who.
But I hope they see it.

I have 2 sisters.
We grew up poor.
My parents divorced when I was eight.
We had to live with my grandparents.
We lived on the Southside.
My mom had to support us alone.

I overcame an abusive relationship.
I found Jesus when I was 17.
I got a job and paid for my own vehicle and cell phone.
I defeated feelings of depression, self-hate and thoughts of suicide.
 
I went to college in Lubbock.
I received a few scholarships, worked two jobs and paid for it all myself. 
I graduated with honors.

I married the most wonderful man on earth.
We have 2 dogs. 
We have a very healthy marriage.
I've been blessed to travel around the country and abroad.

I know Jesus loves me.
Not because of what I have done. 
But because HE is good.

This story is not unlike many others. 
But it's mine.
And I wanted to share it.

My name is Marivelle.
This is my story.
I wrote it for someone.
I don't know who.
But I hope they see it.




Friday, September 6, 2013

TANA + BRETT : MIDLAND, TX WEDDING

Tana and Brett are some of the best people we know! They are always putting others ahead of themselves and never hesitate to help a stranger out! David and I have been close friends with these two for a few years now so I was so honored when they asked me to be their wedding photographer. I worked alongside Tana's sister Brenda who is also a photographer at Xinx Photography Studios! I had such a great time hanging out with Tana and her bridesmaids! And I was extra stoked when Tana and Brett decided to do a First Look! This is when the bride and groom choose to see each other before the ceremony for a more intimate moment together. This is also a great option to get all the bride and groom and bridal party photos done before the ceremony. Tana was stunning and Brett was extra dapper on their special day! I hope you can feel the happy emotions running through the day just by viewing the photos!

Brett and Tana, thank you for being so wonderful to work with! I pray blessings upon blessings onto your beautiful marriage!! Love you!!




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