November Goals + Creative Juices

OK, I have to be honest with you all. I had really high hopes for October ... you know, being done with weddings and all ... but the truth is, October was my craziest month yet. I didn't get much done except try to keep up with my editing schedule. So, it looks like I'm pretty much transferring my October goals to November. And November will be all about getting caught up so I can enjoy the holidays to the fullest! :)

Professional

1. Get completely caught up on editing (SO many sessions and one more wedding will be shared on the blog this month!)
2. Finish all album design for the 2013 season.
3. Get caught up on Facebook albums.
4. Get caught up on vendor discs.
5. Submit at least five weddings.
6. Finalize my holiday client gifts.
7. Blog at least three/week.
8. Start writing content for my new website. :)

Personal

1. Finish Weird, and read Their Eyes Were Watching God and The Sisters (i.e., watch LESS TV and pick up a book!).
2. Watch my BFF get married!
3. Continue training for Cincinnati's Turkey Trot.
4. Make a new dish for Thanksgiving.
5. Visit Chicago!
6. Clean out my closet.
7. Do a thorough cleaning on our house.
8. Hang our Christmas wreaths on the windows.

And here's a musical pick-me-up for your Monday morning: Sweeter than This by Katie Herzig. This is such a carefree song and sums up the fun November I'm envisioning! :)

Kaitlin & Gian | Canton Ohio Gervasi Wedding

Kaitlin and Gian like to say they started dating on 11/11 at 11:11. It's kind of their lucky thing. They met in a bar, but they're both the first to tell you that bars are not their scene. They describe that night as "random," but it just goes to show that you really can meet someone anywhere!

I love watching these two together. Gian likes to tease Kaitlin, but he's always making her laugh and is also super protective of her. It's one of her favorite things about him.

"[I knew he was the one] when he told me he'll never leave me hanging," she said. "He said he'll always get back to me. And he does."

I adore Kaitlin and Gian. They are the perfect mix of sweet, funny and enthusiastic. Gian LOVES photography, which makes my job that much more fun. These two have been in front of my camera quite a few times, and I'm so thankful to call them friends.

Thank you for trusting my creative eye and always being so positive and fun to be around, Kaitlin and Gian. You better believe I will be following your exciting, new journey!

This was my first time shooting a full wedding at Gervasi, and it didn't disappoint! It helped that the predicted 100% chance of rain held off until that night!

This group of guys was so fun. I contemplated posting their "prom photo," but didn't want to embarrass them TOO much. ;) Instead we'll settle for some studly ones.

Gorgeous bride! Kaitlin's dress looked unbelievable on her!

Kaitlin has two brothers, and Gian also has a brother. It's safe to say she was ALWAYS be doted on by those four.

Love.

Oh, you two. :)

To see more from Kaitlin and Gian's vineyard wedding, click here to view a SLIDESHOW or watch it here:

Ceremony/Reception: Gervasi Vineyard DJ: DJ Smoov Bakery: West Side Bakery Hair Stylist: Heather Ellinwood Stationary: Vista Print Honeymoon: Riviera Maya, Mexico!

Mary & Jim | Peninsula Ohio Engagement

Ohhhh, get ready for an AWESOME engagement session! Mary and Jim are so cute together, and coupled with amazing light? That makes it a favorite. :) I can hardly wait for their wedding next year. It's sure to be amazing!

Seriously! So good!

If I could bottle this light up and use it for every session, I totally would.

Rhiana & Joe | Kent Ohio Engagement

Meet Rhiana and Joe. They're both Kent State alums but had to go all the way to Dayton, Ohio, to meet each other. And get this: They were in school at the same time and even lived in the same building. How crazy is that?! I'm so amazed by my couples' stories. I think it's fascinating to learn how they came together, sometimes against all odds.

Joe is in the military and will be starting his first assignment soon. Not long after, they'll be getting married. I can't wait to document Rhiana and Joe's big day. What an honor!

We could not, for the life of us, figure out the pictures on this wall. It's cool though, right??

You two are ridiculously good looking!

Their first date spot! (AFTER they got back from Dayton. :) )

The light. Was to die for. What a beautiful evening!