I thought I couldn't love photographing high school seniors more than I already do (I really do!). Then I met Paige. But let's back up for a moment. I first met this young woman when she was probably no more than 11 years old. A few years later, as I officially kicked off my photography business, her sweet mama reached out and asked if I would take Paige's senior photos when the time came...4 or 5 years from then! Time passed quickly (as we all know it does) and before I knew it, those 4 or 5 years had PASSED and here we are! This beautiful girl, ready to burgeon from her high school shell, is, quite simply, an anomaly. Gorgeous (right down to her grace-filled soul), talented (her vocal chops are nothing short of amazing), funny, kind, deeply spiritual and quirky in all the right ways, she is what every parent could ever hope for in their teenage child. Oh, and she wears Chuck Taylors like a boss. ;-) Her parents should be proud of this stunning young woman and commended for a job well done. Remember this, Paige, as you stumble out into the world, eager to do great big things with each touch of your grace:

"Fight for the jewels within you. They are praying you say YES." --Elizabeth Gilbert

You are filled with a light that the world needs. Keep that light alive, no matter how windy it gets. Best wishes on your upcoming senior year! xo