{Dog. Meets. World} December Gratitude Challenge

“I hate to hear you talk about all women as if they were fine ladies instead of rational creatures. None of us want to be in calm waters all our lives.”
― Jane Austen, Persuasio

Thankful today for rough waters, the strong women in my life and in the world, for my strong daughter and for my son who loves strong women.

{soft} Minneaplis, MN Lifestyle Photography

"I think I've discovered the secret of life -- you just hang around until you get used to it."
— Charles M. Schulz

{Kia & Her Humans} Minneapolis, MN Family Photographer

I have been meaning to share this session for some time. It was the work out of my life keeping up with cutie Kia who at 12 (or 13) years still has the energy of a puppy. And of course her owners are some of the nicest people I know:)

Lovely family to work and run with...Enjoy!

{family matters} Elk River, MN Family Photographer

and this one I could not resist posting with those wonderful lashes, baby toes and chubby cheeks:)

{dedication} Twin Cities Pet Photographer

"Are you upset little friend? Have you been lying awake worrying? Well, don't worry...I'm here. The flood waters will recede, the famine will end, the sun will shine tomorrow, and I will always be here to take care of you."
-Charlie Brown to Snoopy”

Wow. I just realized how neglected my poor little blog has become now that I am rounding down the holiday season and up to my ears in editing and packaging. I thought I would take a break to show off the new 5lb bottle of energy bouncing around the Cordes household. I hold the Klopp family (see blogpost below) responsible for this rash decision. I am normally so cool, concrete, rational and collected:)
I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving. I am excited for this month of holiday gathering, joy and spirit. This weekend, December 5 and 6, will be the final weekend for sessions for the month of December. I will be taking the remainder of the month off to celebrate the season with loved ones and recharge for the exciting new year ahead. If you are interested in a session please contact me as soon as possible. Until then, keep checking back. It has been a great year. I feel truly blessed to have such a wonderful job and for all the clients who have joined me in this journey this year. I promise a wonderful New Year to come!