Love in Bloom {Ithaca Wedding Photographer}

Congratulations to Whitney and Michael as they prepare to start their lives as husband and wife! After eight years together, I'm quite certain they've heard, "It's about time!" more times than they can count! We took some time out from the hustle and bustle of wedding plans to hike out in the fields and lounge by the pond. Michael and Whitney even let loose a bit to show me their best Twist and Charleston! It was a beautiful day to be out in nature and especially with a couple that acts so natural together. Looking forward to your wedding day!

Soon-to-be Mr. and Mrs.! {Binghamton Area Wedding Photographer}

Right around the corner is the wedding of Tessa and Ray! We went out to have a little photo fun and Ray scored some major brownie points... when I asked them if there was any part of wedding planning that was the most fun Ray chimed right in with, "The photography!" Gotta love it! However, he has yet to see Tessa in her gown, so I know I won't be ranking so high before too long!

Tessa and Ray have a bit of a competitive streak that came out during their session so I have to tell you about one of the games they love to play. Every week the scrabble board comes out. After seeing the scrabble board... one of the two that they keep on hand... It has seen a lot of use! My favorite use, however, was the proposal. Ray meticulously set up the board to propose, only to have it nearly wiped out before his carefully planned message was read.

As you can see, Tessa did get to read the board, and most importantly, she said YES! Congratulations to the two of you! And Tessa, welcome to the FD family... "officially" (seeing as how we already consider you part of the crew!)

Precious Girl {Binghamton area newborn photograher}

And this precious little baby makes three! Looks like Mr. T is no longer the "baby" of the family. It was time to make room for sweet baby Courtney! An afternoon with her was like a little piece of heaven... she's so tiny, so sweet, and completely perfect! Congratulations on your little blessing Laura and Randy! Take the time now to enjoy every little newborn nuzzle and those sweet little noises she makes.






This next ones makes me wonder what she's thinking!





One day it will be hard to believe that her tiny little feet were the size of Daddy's thumb...

Spring Daffodils

Last weekend I was able to go to the most amazing place in our area! The subjects are my beautiful friend, Robin and her sweet little daughter. It was a fun girly afternoon full of frilly daffodils. Thousands upon thousands of daffodils in about every variety you can image! Thank you, Miss Joy, for sharing the beauty that is around you each and every day!

Happy Birthday!!

Happy birthday to my very beautiful friend, Terri! I was thinking that your little glimpse here would be the perfect present, even though you may have thought I was torturing you in making you wait. ha! May those handsome little boys bake an amazingly crooked cake with their daddy, complete with finger smudges where they just couldn't wait to sample the frosting. I would sing here on the blog, but I'll save that for the phone. Have a special day!

Hair it is! ~Hair Donation Time!~

So spring is here and everything is coming up new and beautiful outside. Time to start the gardens over and get going on home improvements and... time for a fresh new look! For quite some time I've been growing my hair, and anyone who has seen me recently knows, if nothing else, that I have quite a bit of hair! Not only is it long, but it is very thick and very heavy! On the unfortunate side of things, there are many people out there who lose their hair, either temporarily or permanently for reasons beyond their control.

Thankfully, there are some wonderful organizations out there that collect donated hair to create beautiful wigs for those in need! I'm sure most of you have heard of Locks of Love. Pantene also has an organization called Beautiful Lengths. Each organization benefits different people and each organization has its own requirements of your hair for donation. Please visit their websites linked above to learn more!

Just to add a little twist of fun and to encourage those of you with long and lovely locks to donate yours, I'm having a little contest! I won't be making the final choice on my new look... you will! Once I've finished this post, I will be setting up a poll with three new hairstyles and you get to vote! The one you pick is the one I will go with!

My fabulous stylist, Miss Nikki over at Casa Di Bella has been working with me to keep my hair nice and healthy for donation and I can't wait to go see her again to make that final cut of the ponytail!

Anyone who goes to see the fabulous ladies over at Casa Di Bella to donate their hair, I will give them a print credit for D'LyndL Photography. Email me for details!

Here's one final look at my hair now...

Laura and Randy {Vestal Area Maternity Photographer}

On Tuesday I had the opportunity to meet Laura and Randy and their baby-to-be! Randy is considerably taller than his lovely bride so as we were discussing making her a little taller she mentioned that she could grab her heels. Seriously? Eight months prengant and Laura still fit fabulously in her heels! Black or red? Red, all the way! I have a weakness, and Laura found it! Ha! Congratulations Laura and Randy! Enjoy the last few weeks of kicks and rolls.... soon they will turn into kisses and snuggles! See you then!


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