I am eager. Time is etching by and winding down here. I feel as if my heart is about to explode. I can’t think of anything that is akin to the days that I have experienced here or the pictures that I have seen. It’s like I just dumped a huge 5000 piece puzzle on…
Whew. One week down. I can’t even begin to put into words at this moment what each and every day is like here. Some days are awful and awesome in the same minutes and in those moments I am inspired, crying and make pledges of change for myself for when I get back to the…
I am coasting. You know how you put your car into neutral and whatever power is left is what you depend on to get you to your destination. Sometimes it is just the end of the street. Yesterday I was a mere 48 hours away from boarding a plane, heading off into the day and…
OMG honey…..you couldn’t have said it better. Keep your eyes open!!!! I will be praying for you! I love you, Mom
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“Take a seat, take your life Plot it out in black and white ..Well I never lived the dream of the prom kings, And the drama queens, I’d like to think the best of me, Is still hiding up my sleeve..” John Mayer from his song, No Such Thing. Patrick Langlotz, first year of college. No more bells…
okay, so i know i told you in person today how much i thought you rocked this shoot. BUT, i just gotta put it as a comment on your blog. YOU ROCKED THIS SHOOT. every single image is spectacular and the composition is so creative. love it!
Honey, just like sam said, those pics are amazing!
These.are.amazing!!!!!! Love every single one. a-maz-ing!
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Some of you may know my friend Casey. She is who I am traveling to the Congo with. She is in an amazing process of adopting two children from the Congo. KSP, loves orphan care and loves the chance to help be a voice for the voiceless. A few weeks ago I joined her for…
Hi Kristin,
I am Shelley Martin’s (from your photo session for Casey with her husband Daniel) sister. I am trying to collect photos of her throughout her pregnancy to gather in sequence to give to her at her baby shower this weekend. I just remembered this photo you took of her at 9 weeks, it’s so perfect! Is there any way I can purchase a copy of this picture from you? I understand if their permission is needed, I can try to get a hold of Daniel.
Thank you so much for your time, and for these photos! They are really beautiful!
Jessie
You are soooooooooooooooooo talented!!!!!!!!! i am so proud to be your MOM!
loved this shoot friend!
I can’t believe that I am 10 days away from traveling to the DRC. Today, I received so many forms in my email from the adoption agency that I am going over and working with. Everything I was reading was written in bold face type and in all caps stressing the importance of each and…
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Together they are. Walking hand in hand, heads together, wrapped in each other’s arms. Man and Wife and completely in love. These two make my heart swing. Josh & Valerie Nichols. Oct 1. 2011 Josh and Valerie look like works of art holding the sign that Stephanie Miles of Lavender Joy Wedding‘s provided. Swoon! Of course….
[...] have said our vows, promises to keep. In plenty and in wanting by your side I will be. Your hand in mine we are eagerly awaiting our [...]
Gracious! You have a gift Kristin! These are beautiful! Of course it helps that Josh and Val look so great together! :O)
You are the best of all the best!! I love you
Love!!!!!
I went to college with Valerie!
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I need someone who hears. I need someone who shows me grace when the day is long. I need someone to love me still when I have spoken with a sharp tongue. I need someone who chooses me still. Valerie I take you, Josh you are now forever mine. Kiss me, seal this covenant, this…
Perfect! These are beautiful!!!
[...] my Brother-in-love and my 3 Sister-in-loves!!! Valerie just married Josh a few weeks ago (click HERE for wedding photo highlights!!) They have a family friend who specializes in the BEST Toffee [...]
Such a great job Kristin! You really captured the day! Lovely!
Lovely images, Kristin, and to have them up so fast too! I’m so glad we got to work together! 
-Stefanie
Valerie’s dress is gorgeous… and I still can’t get over the idea that Josh is married! Congrats you two, and as always Kristen your photography is amazing and inspires me!
Hey Kristin, what lens are you using on the wider shots? like the one of the bride facing the pastor. I LOVE IT. email me if you can
You are a rock star!!!!! You did an outstanding job!! KSP rocks! 
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Take a moment and imagine with me. We are going to cross the waters and enter into a reality that we pretend is a dream or is only in the movies. Imagine an expanse of land being herded over by a people who are seeking refuge from a militant group that changes acronyms as often…
[...] of you may know my friend Casey. She is who I am traveling to the Congo with. She is in an amazing process of adopting two children from the Congo. KSP, love orphans care [...]
Kristin, You are what so many people search for. Brave. Selfless. Wonderful. I will pray for you and the children of Congo. I know you will be the light they are looking for. You will help change so many lives while you are there. Even if it’s just talking to them and showing them love. God bless you for who you are and for all that you are doing. Hope to hear from you! Take care & God bless.
Finally, a moment to sit and read your beautiful words. I love you and I am so proud of my “baby” sister. Praying for you and your bonus family as you head to the Congo. You amaze me everyday! God shines through you!
Kristin, You are an amazing, fearless woman and I have no doubt that our God will lead you through this awesome journey for these precious children. Love you so much!
I just love you!!! I wish I was going w/ you two!! I am so glad that you are going w/ Casey to get her babies and tell the story of many more babies who need love and families! You are beautiful in every way!!! Thank you for loving and serving our King, our dearest friends, and for being a voice to tell the beginning of these babies’ stories.
Kristin, Paul and I are so excited about this project for you and we’re committed to being a prayer warrior for you and the children you’ll be reaching out to. So excited to see what this chapter of life has for you! Much love. XOXOXO
Kriten, my heart filled with so much joy when I read this post. You are one of the most giving, loving people I know and I hope and pray all goes well, and only positive things happen through this. These children will be so fortunate to have you to tell their stories. God Bless You! Love you!!!
That is so cool, Kristen! I know you and Casey will capture some amazing images and it will, indeed, change the world for those children! I love the project, we as photographers should all get together and do something like this!
Kristin,
I agree with what Rachel and Rebecca wrote. This post also brought tears to my eyes. This project is so selfless and wonderful, I will definitely follow your blog, I can’t wait to see all of the great things you do!
What a beautiful thing to do. Reading about Echo brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for doing this work to shed light into the Congo. We have much need in this world for more like you. I send the best of luck and will keep you and your mission in my thoughts and prayers!
Kristen, I LOVE this post! You as such a beautiful soul and photographer! I cannot wait to see how your love moves the people of the DRC. May God continue to bless you in your journey! Much Love, R
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To whom it may concern, This is for us..for us to remember. I found it spending way too much time on the computer, hopping from blog, to blog when I should have been cleaning the bathroom. I am educating myself about who we really are at our core-so in spite of us, I will love…
Wow, I LOVE that!! Put a smile on my face. Such true words! Thank you for sharing!! =D
great quote, but does not seem like something Bob Marley would say.
Rip - Sounds like your eyes may be opened to some of the Worlds truths. Sound like I should be living vicariously through your experiance.
Have a safe trip.
Rachel - Kristin- you are missed at Starbucks! I still think of you often and keep you in my prayers. Can’t wait to see the photos.
Dana - I can’t wait to hear more!
angey price - I am eager to see you!!!!! I love you! I’m so thankful for you! I’m praying for you!