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Today I had the honor of shooting family pictures for the talented Brianna Saban. More to show tomorrow. It's sleepy time for Critty.

Fun in the Sun at the Park

Our original session date was planned on June 2nd, however the weather had other ideas. We were able to reschedule for the next day and God brought us beautiful weather. We met up at our local park, Ned Hauk and went to my favorite place. My secret hideout, which I know really isn't a secret but it's fun to think so.
I also want to add, even though we didn't take pictures on June 2nd we still met up so I could meet mom and the kids. It is always so nice to meet you before hand so your kids will feel comfortable with me as a person and not as the photographer. Just wanted to through that out there.
So if you schedule a family session with me, or any session for that matter, I'd love to meet with you on a totally different day before the shoot so we get to know each other better.

I came bringing gifts of balloons for the little wee ones. Ya know something to keep them occupied, but also a little extra special color to the pictures.


Then I built a tent in the secret forest and we played with imaginary flowers and tried on hats.
I love this one of big sister loving on her little sister.
I think i got bit by an ant while doing this one, because I have a bump on my foot that itches.
Thank you sweet lovable family for a nice evening yesterday.

Balloons are magic to a shy little girl

Sneak peek of yesterdays session. More to come later this afternoon.

Marsalis.Family

I saw this family on Wednesday night at church and told the little boy I was coming to his house on Thursday to take pictures and play. He didn't seem too excited. He's never met me before and I'm sure he was like, "what ever strange lady." That was until he started talking about his toy crane and telling me ALL about it.
Then, I showed up at their house the next day, and he STILL remembered the crane and wanted to play.
His sister also has never met me, and came and sat in my lap before we really had a chance to shake hands and say hello. This is a sweet family and I loved being apart of their day for those two hours. Thanks Marsalis family :) Your kids are SO SO adorable! What a blessed family.

I feel like they are models for Children's Place in this one (since that is where they got their clothes)
wook at that wittle baby. (say this with lips fully puckered)
dad getting tackled
she's only 3 months old, but she knows about those cool suckers.
Lollipop lickin' time
mom and dad also got a little lovey time in :)

The Morrow's.Family. Clovis, NM Family

Oh I can't tell you how precious this little one is, so let me just show you...These two parents couldn't be MORE in love than they are with their sweet little boy. They are friends of ours, and Ben went to school with them. It is so sweet to see them with their new little baby, and to see them laugh and smile at the many wonderful things their baby does, such as poop and pee and spit up. And of course he gives smiles, and funny little faces, too :)
Then, we took some of the cousins together. They are just about five months apart.
And this one was FULL of smiles

Well, we couldn't forget this beautiful girl. She is one of the aunts to the two cute babies up above. And well she was super sassy and classy with her outfit, we had to snap a few...what a gorgeous young lady!!

This day was a wonderful day! I love newborns and wish I did more. If you want newborn pictures, call me. And don't wait! The very very BEST time for a newborn session is when they are just days old-no later than 14 days old. They are easier to move around, scrunch up in a tight ball, and they stay asleep through it all.

The Bishops.Family.Albuquerque, NM

When I talked to the momma of this 14 month old baby on the phone, she told me he was a mover and a groover, but I didn't realize I just might be getting a workout. This little guy kept me on my toes and we made sure dad was around to give him grapes when ever he demanded. You have to be able to do almost anything for your baby/child when they are getting pictures :) A little bribe never hurt anyone ,right? I loved this session, because this little boy is only one month older than my Benson. He was basically Benson in another little boys body. Full of smiles, fun personality, and energy.
Just look at that sweet little face. He's saying, "catch me if you can!"

This is one of the few we got of him being held. He was not a fan of mom or dad holding him, so we had to make it fun by hanging upside down like a monkey.

Thanks Bishop family for a fun morning in Albuquerque, NM. I enjoyed EVERY minute with you and your little one.

More of Maggie.Baby

I spent my Saturday morning with the lovely Norris family. It has been so great seeing them as a family, because I knew Tiffany back in junior high, then they were one of my first weddings almost two years ago. And now, celebrating with them and their sweet baby Maggie at her six month pictures.
I also had an awesome and relaxing facial from Tiffany on Friday evening. Wow! It was so so nice. I loved every bit of it and I can't wait to get back in there for another one. She works at Radiant Lily in Lubbock. You should go check her out. (In the shopping center with Zookini's)

Here are more favorites...

I'm in Lubbock

*I am editing this picture on my laptop, so I hope it looks good.
I am in Lubbock this weekend for a baby shower and hanging out with family. I also did a mini-session for a sweet family (the Gwinn's) that goes to my parents church, Experience life. He is the worship leader and is awesome at it. These pictures are going in a book my mom is working on to sell and raise money for homelss children in the world. When it is ready to be published I will make sure and post about it here.
Below is mom Gwinn and baby Gwinn from our session today. I had to post at least one from today, and I loved the little boys mischevious look in this one. Isn't he adorable?!

Slideshow of Ezra Rose

If you are viewing in google reader, go to my blog to see the show.

Awesome Bishop Family

The fun Bishop family came in from Lubbock for their family session back in October I think. Ya, I know I'm WAY behind on blogs, but I'm trying :)
I went to Tech with these lovely people and some of you Clovis peeps might recognize this girl as well, because she is from Melrose.
Favorites below...

Curtis Family

Here are some favorites from the Curtis family. These kids are SO cute!
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The grandparents have mini-donkeys and the kids love them

umm...mom you need to get this boy into modeling :)

and again, modeling classes!

how could you say no to this sweet face with those big blue eyes

I love this one of mom and baby. Benson and I need one like this.

Families

I entered these three images in a contest today, and I'll know tomorrow if I win $300 towards fun merchandise with a photography company. Wish me luck!

Also, I will be in Lubbock November 28th and have an opening for a session at 10 am Texas time if anyone is interested. There will be no travel fee of $95, because I will already be there! Session fee is $225. Check website for details. http://www.cristycross.com/
Email or call to book your session :)
cristy@cristycross.com 575.219.9312
Session can be family, kids, high school seniors, engagements...etc

Penn Family

Zarikta Family
Adair Family

Atkinson Family

The Atkinson's and their dogs...

You gotta love those eyes on the doggy. And those are the dogs real eyes, no lie.