Massingill Family

I have been itching to get the Massingill Family before my lens for quite some time! I had so much fun and laughed so hard the whole entire session. I just love how each image turned out! 

Stephen, Stacey && Sophie

I am just in love, and I mean in LOVE with these photos! Seriously!!??!! How pretty is little Sophie? We had the most perfect weather ever for our session. 

Westbrook Family

Here is my favorite Florist and her family! Jonathan, Bonnie and sweet Amber. If it weren't for Bonnie my mini sessions this year would have been a mess! I am one of those scatter brained people who have all the ideas flowing frantically through my head for sessions like 4 months ahead of the time I will even need the stuff. Drives me crazy sometimes. That's where Bonnie came in. That girl has her stuff together. She swooped in and helped me find the things I needed! So to all my Brides or future Brides, you should consider contacting Bonnie for all the planning shenanigans and whatnot. You can find her shop Downtown Florist here. Highly. Highly. recommend her. You will not be disappointed. Plus, if you book her for your Wedding planning, you get $100 off your Wedding Photography package with me! Who can turn down a deal? Not this girl. :)

 

Heise Family && {Jax Children's Apparel}

I always love meeting new clients. Everyone has a story to tell and I am always eager to listen. The Heise family's story of their son Jaxson just completely stole my heart. Partly for what had happened, and partly because I could see & feel Allison's passion towards her family and for awareness. I have always been a very compassionate person, and me being a young mom too, I easily knew I too could be on the very same road her family had went on. That night, I prayed for them. And for what Allison was doing....Jax Children's Apparel.

Here is her story which can also be read on her page:

"Jax Children's Apparel was inspired by my son, Jaxson, who was diagnosed with severe hearing loss a month before his 2nd birthday. Despite this, Jaxson shows such a love and passion for music! All of the designs are based on his favorite songs!

We suspected there might be a problem with Jaxson's hearing when he was around 1. He was not starting to talk or babble like most one year olds and hewould not respond to his name, especially if his back was turned. We had several hearing tests done & it wasn't until his 3rd test that we realized there may really be a big problem. We were referred to Arkansas Children's Hospital and that's where the doctors told us that he had severe hearing loss in both ears. We had no idea how long he had gone without being able to hear or what caused it. On the 2 hour ride home, my husband and I were overwhelmed with information, but at the same time felt like we had no clue what to do next. All we knew was that Jaxson needed hearing aids. I immediately called my insurance to make sure hearing aids were covered under my plan. Shockingly, they weren't. And I was told that most health insurance companies do not cover hearing aids at all, even for babies/toddlers!! We then began searching the internet for any kind of grant or assistance that could help us with his rising medical expenses. To my surprise, there really wasn't a lot out there that could help us.

My hope for Jax is that it can help raise awareness of childhood hearing loss and help those children affected by hearing loss. For every shirt sold, a percentage of the profits will be donated to the Hear Now Foundation! No child should ever have to live without being able to hear the sweet sound of music!"

Allison Heise

She has a Facebook page set up here. 

She also has an Etsy shop here.

I know she would forever be grateful if you guys would go check out the pages and share with friends. You may not feel led or be able to give but this would be a chance to spread awareness.

Holiday GIVEAWAY!

I will be giving away a FREE MINI SESSION along with a FREE downloadable personalized Christmas Card! Gosh, I am so giving! :)

To enter, here is what I need you to do:

1. "Like" my Facebook page. 

2. Must follow me on Instagram @mandigirl0130.

3. You must LIKE, SHARE and COMMENT on my Status regarding the Giveaway on Facebook. 

4. Leave a positive comment or constructive feedback on any of my pictures on Facebook, Instagram or my website.

EXTRA- if you have a business page and website, share my Facebook Page on BOTH and tell me you did so to be put in the drawing TWICE!

Rules:One total entry per household unless a business owner. Must do all of first 4 things to be eligible. Winner will be selected at random on November 1, 2013.  Free Mini session scheduling will ONLY be available for the remainder of 2013.  Session must take place within 30 miles of 75567 or travel fees will apply.  Session includes up to five immediate family members.  Additional immediate family members may be added for $10.00/person. Winner will be announced here on the blog on November 1, 2013 and will be notified by email on the same day.  If winner does not respond within 7 business days, their winning will be forfeited and a 2nd winner will be drawn and given the prize.  Absolutely no exceptions.  If you are a current client who has already paid for their session this year, I will credit your account in the amount of the Mini session value of $100.00 For questions, please email me at mandi.ragland@yahoo.com.

Please note: This giveaway is not sponsored by Facebook or Instagram.

Good luck and REMEMBER to SHARE with the WORLD  <3

And baby makes 3 | Trent && Kaitlin {Maternity}

I was so happy to see one of my favorite families the other day. Kaitlin is pregnant with her and Trent's first baby girl. I got the chance to capture her baby bump before baby girl makes her way into the world. Kaitlin was absolutely breathtakingly beautiful, as always, but this time with such a vibrant glow. I could tell that Trent was so proud of both of his girls.

  

  

Preston && Dayton {Birthday Sessions}

Preston && Dayton both have Birthday's coming up soon! So their Mommy contacted me to do a double Birthday session. Well, boy did we have fun. It was so funny, because we saved the cupcakes for last and the whole time they were looking at me like I was a crazy person with Monkey's in my camera...(well if the shoe fits...hehe) They were ready to eat their darn cupcakes! We still caught lots of laughs and great memories. Poor Lacy though, (Their Mom) she was worn smooth out by the time they left! :)

Zach && Brittany {Anniversary Session}

These two were so cool to hang out with. They seriously had each other laughing the whole time! Which made me laugh. Meeting people like this is what makes me just love my job! Well actually, it makes me a better person. :) 

Zach && Brittney, Happy Anniversary! Wishing you two many, many more happy, blissful, laughter-filled years of Marriage. Truly an example of true love. What a blessing!

Watch Me GROW! Reagan {Newborn}

I was absolutely delighted when Dee contacted me and said she wanted to participate in my Watch me GROW! Baby Plan. Details here. You can see Kyle && Dee's Maternity session, here. 

Anywhoodles, I met baby Reagan the other day when she was 11 days old. She was an angel! Bless her heart every time she would get still, warm and content, I would move her! She was not happy with that. She is a sweet, sweet girl. Feeling very blessed to be able to see her every 3mths for the first year of her life! Oh, and can you tell she adores her mommy && has her daddy wrapped? 

Here are just a few from our session. Enjoy! :)