Who is the Girl Behind the Camera?

One thing I love about being a photographer is getting to know my clients.  I send them questionnaires and read through their answers and then try to incorporate their personalities into their sessions.  I have made quite a few friends through this job, and one thing they'll say to me is, "I can't believe how much we have in common," or, "Oh my goodness, I didn't know you liked that!"

So, let me take a moment and let you know about me.

I'm Sara!

I'm the oldest of four girls and grew up right here in Michigan.  I was born in Alma and never dreamed that I'd end up right where my life began.

I'm married to my college sweetheart, Jeff, and together we have four wild and crazy kids - Jake, Hannah, Luke, and Ally.  They are my LIFE.

Thanks to my wonderful friend, Miranda Parker, of Miranda Parker Photography, for taking this beautiful photo of us!

I taught for eight years before becoming a stay-at-home mom.

I enjoy all the foods I shouldn't eat - pasta, pizza, and french fries.  I love donuts and am a freak about my coffee.

I think my husband is the most handsome guy in the world and am madly in love with him.  We gross our kids out all the time.  ;)

I have loved Harry Potter since the books first came out.  I honestly cried when the entire series (including the movies) was over and have been trying to get my kids to love the books as much as I did.

I once ran a marathon.  At mile 26, I did the running man as I slowly jogged passed my family and friends.

I ran the marathon in memory of my dad, who died of a brain tumor.  I raised over $2000 in his memory and thought I was a rock star.

I am not a rock star.

I get super nervous before a bridal consult and always leave feeling like I talked the poor bride's ear off.  :)

I love photographing kids.  I love photographing families.  I love photographing weddings.
In summary, I love being a photographer.

My favorite colors are pink and turquoise.

Unless I'm running or working out, you'll never see me without mascara and lip gloss.  I'm weird like that.

I sing when I run and forget that other people can hear me.  My oldest son won't run in races with me anymore because of it.

I smile a lot.

I love to read and just started a book club!

There you have it - Sara in a nutshell.  I hope you learned something new about your photographer!  :)