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This is the most beautiful person – inside and out- I know. She is sweet, talented, friendly, fun, and was great with kids!

Meet Miss O.

She left our lives for her own college life- as fast as she came into our lives. I did meet her what seemed AGES ago at our church and I felt I have watched her grow up- from afar. I have seen her touch others in their lives, perform wonderfully on stage and take care of my kids like they were the best ever!

Before she headed out for college, she made a comment that she wanted me to do her senior photos back in the day, but it just never worked out…. I thought it was so sweet that she thought about me to do them. We had planned for a fun day and as my gift, to go out and do some photos… it took a while to happen as life always has its own agenda!

FINALLY when we were able to meet up I was SHOCKED on how well she did in front of the camera. That girl was a NATURAL!! I personally think that if she ever wanted to do modeling- she could NAIL it!!!

I had a great time with Ms. O as we …… let me correct that phrase… as SHE played in the sand and the water. Another brave chickabee!! I love it though!!

Here is a sneak peek into our session

***O- thank you so much for giving me the honor to do your photos. I wish you nothing but the absolute BEST in college. I know you will do great. Keep your chin up and remember when life gets too hard to stand- kneel. Loves!**

Today is a bitter sweet day. This was my last day of shooting “angels” for the Angels Of Hope charity event. I have had SO much fun with all these ADORABLE kiddos, but my body is so sore and exhusted. With this weather I am far too tempted is sit my lazy butt on my couch and finish watching Tori & Dean.. I would so love to meet her!!

I wanted to thank everyone that has participated in being an Angel. We have a total of 35 kiddos!!! For the first year of this event, I think that is a pretty good amount. I have been taking notes throughout the event on what changes should be made for next year…but overall, I am happy.

Now, the hard part… is picking (1) image per child ACK! They are all so cute.. its going to be so hard!!

More details will come as far as how you can further you can help with Angels Of Hope and vote for your top 12 Angels for the calendar.

Thanks again to all the parents and the kiddos for supporting this event- you are loved!!

~Jackie

TRASH THE DRESS

I know the title is pretty scary, but it’s not as dramatic as you think

Trash The Dress or The Day After session is a chance to get all those FUN photos. This is the time to have fun, relax and be playful- without the worry of getting your beautiful dress dirty. During the wedding day, I know that the last thing you wanna do is get any spect of dirt on your gown- I get that… that is why TTD or TDA sessions are just so much fun!

This beautiful bride got married last year so we hooked up this summer for a little Idaho Fun! We headed back to Dover, since that is where we did their engagement session and part of their wedding photos.

I always have a great time with H- she is just so happy and up for anything! She had mentioned getting in the water… and here is a little secret to all your brides out there…. if you say or mention getting in the water- you can bet someone will and Hopefully it wont be me!

H was a GEM floating in the water- her dog even joined in on the fun!

Here is a peek into our session!

Thanks again H- you looked amazing!

I had saved this post for a few days with a funny story written in it… when I came back it was GONE – grrrr- I will see if I can remember it so I can share it with you moms. silly computer!

HAPPY Birthday!

I am a little late. Call it a Charlebois thing

The past few days have been a rush- so much to the point where I am unsure of what the day is! I do know that I have skipped a few birthday surprises. So here I am to make it up

Five Years brings YOU five fun gifts!

Starbucks Gift Card & an issue of REAL LIFE Family Magazine

Gift Certificate to Hey Cupcake!

Jar of Home- Made Cookie mix (yummy)

A set of personalized notecards (from your recent session)

Complimentary Mini Session (at my new location) and 5 images on a disc!!

How to win?? Become a Fan of Jax Creations Photography on Facebook and then come back here and tell me the funniest thing that has ever happened to as a mom!

I got an exciting call the other day from a momma who was visiting up here from FLORIDA…. ahhhh- Florida- the sun, the beach, the waves, the shopping…the crowds, the bugs, the crime- yuck.. As much as I miss the south- I LOVE my life up here in the mountains!

Due to her family leaving before Angels Of Hope kick-off this weekend, we did a special shoot just for this beautiful little girl.

I think here, she was giving me a piece of her mind about my camera. It doesnt matter- I still think she is as cute as a new pair of shoes!

**C- thanks so much for coming out to see me. It was such a pleasure meeting you! I hope you all have a safe trip back to Florida**

OHHH> we should announce today’s winner!!

lets do another drum roll please……………………………………

Ta-DA!!! Jordan- you are the PROUD winner of a Starbucks Gift card!

Enjoy love.. I will get it sent out to you ASAP

Congrats to Jesse (number 4) for your comment. You get a FREE set of STICKERS!!!! Wahoo!!

DAY TWO~

For a long (good) day… a Starbucks Gift Card- yummy

Same rules….leave a comment

Happy Tuesday!

Tuesday. Blah!

my morning started off with my hubby gone without saying good-bye. I dont like that because I feel like I forgot something all day. The the jeans that I tried on – that should have fit- seemed to have shrunk 2 sizes. dang washer machine! There was no coffee in the coffee pot – boo hiss boys! And to top it off… baby woke with a full diaper of yucky smelly stuff.

Tuesday are ok, but I go to bed on Monday’s not really looking forward to Tuesdays. Its therapy day- which means dragging ALL the kids to town and trying to occupy them during therapy. And I guess its not THAT bad.. I am whinning I guess. Lil’s therapist is a doll- so sweet and caring- and my mom does feed us lunch while we are there.. but its the chasing the baby around the hospital that makes me tired! BUT… on the good news side.. I get to meet a new little baby girl that will be really sweet.

I am really not a Negative Nelly today. In fact as bad as the day started… I am going to have a great day! I am dressed and ready for the world.. well almost. Still need to make this mug look a little pretty. I am still sporting that sleepy scary morning look. Here in a few I will wake my snoring daughter, pump up some good music, clean up a little in here, start dinner, pack up for a session and enjoy the day that God has planned for me

This weekend we celebrated our sons birthday- that little turd turned FOUR! Here is a sweet pic of my little man.. Love you lots buddy! You make my heart smile so much! I hate seeing you get bigger but enjoy the person you are becoming. You are such a sweet loving gift!

(this image is from my non- work camera. meaning I am just capturing that day from something i do not need to think about. exposure, settings, aperture, lens, etc.. its just me enjoying my moments- so there fore these images will not be textbook perfect!)

as much as he can drive me a little coo-coo, i love him more!! I so wish I could bottle him up. He can say and do the sweetest things! Like for an example… he is sitting at the bar, not eating his cereal that he begged for and is singing… ” good morning mom, good morning sun, good morning toys, good morning owl”……….no idea where the owl part came from, but its still cute!

well… I guess it’s that time. I hope you all have a great Tuesday. And if not, do what I do and break into that chocolate stash you have hidden in the corner of your closet and eat in peace!

Dallas Texas! The land of HOT BLAZING sun, cowboys, boots, and…….this perfect family! Meet the “G” family. They have some super sweet family up here in Idaho (one of my FAVE clients and during their visit they contacted me for a family photo at the Seasons.

Sounds familiar?? Yeah.. this sweet family was the victims of my water accident. If you missed that post… go back a few blog posts and read all about it. It will sure make you giggle. Over all, it was a great session. This WHOLE family was so amazing! And so Picture Perfect!!

Here are a few of my fave images!!

C, B, A and C.. thank you all so much for a great session. You were all so wonderful… and so understanding.. and non-judging LOL! I hope you had a wonderful visit up here!

August seems to be a pretty cool month! I celebrate the birth of my 3rd child, the days are nice and warm- usually happy, and I am celebrating my FIVE years in business!

It has been a crazy ride for sure. I have been so blessed with so many wonderful clients and friends- and have enjoyed every moment of watching all those little babies grow into adorable kiddos!

I have been embarrassed more than once – some good stories to share and scared to look back on the “old”images. Let’s just say, I have learned some things along the way!

I really wanted to do something SO COOL to celebrate this five year mark, but I like to do too much that time really got away from me and the oringal plan just wasnt going to happen. But that is ok we are going to do something fun anyway!!

Starting today till the 20th (the birthday – day) I will be giving away (1) item. Some of these will be included with orders placed on that day and some will be just something fun.. like chocolate

Are you ready for today’s give-a-way ……. drum roll please…………………………..

Get a FREE set of custom stickers!!

Use them for gift tags, photo labels, address labels and more, the possibilities are endless.

Available in 2.5×3.5, 3×2, 1.375×3.5 and 3″ circle

A free silver tin is sent with the first set of stickers (additional tins are available)

How do you enter to get this neat gift??

Easy! Become a Fan of Jax Creations Photography on Facebook and then come back here to leave a comment.

Wahoooo!!!! I love a good deal!

to be honest… this big sale is all about my lovie and I. We have been trying very hard to get away together for YEARS, but like in any marriage and life, there was always bills, babies, jobs, responsibilities.. and so on.

I learned this morning that there was a special cruise for couples – and its been years now since we have been talking about cruising together- to celebrate our marriage and make new- to come home refreshed and be a better couple, a better marriage, and better parents.

I am looking at the price of the cruise- which isnt TOO bad- if you look at what it would do for us, but again… it all goes back to those bills and how we are gracefully making it, but to add another bill to the list… well.. we would be 2 very stressful peps! It’s a good thing I am not scared of a little hard work. So here is my BIG Wedding SALE!

Book your wedding with Jax Creations Photography by the end of this month

Engagement Session

Custom Designed Guest Book

(1) pack of Reception Post Cards

8 hours of coverage on your wedding day,

FULL disc of images

Custom Designed wedding album

Slideshow of your day

$2500

(valued at $3200)

Book your wedding TODAY!!!

For  more information or if you have any questions, please contact me Thanks so much!

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