amanda and kyle

kyle's adorable nephew, Harrison and Zeuss

This will be a quick blog! I'm in a hurry to meet Amanda for her "bridal breakfast", but I just wanted everyone to know that First Church looks amazing at Christmas! And the poinsettas aren't even in the stands yet!

I'm photographing Kyle and Amanda's wedding this weekend and will be out of pocket for most of the day. Also, on a side note, that really should have been blogged about yesterday, Jacquline, one of my employees from my video store? She had a horrible wreck yesterday and is the hospital severely banged and brusied. Several broken areas, but hopefully not a broken spirit. She's a very strong girl, stubborn at times, but with the help of family and friends, (and our prayers!) should be OK. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers! I'm terribly upset that I haven't had the chance to go visit her and tell her that we care and offer our help. So, I'm doing it here Jacq! And after I finish this fabulous wedding, will find the time to come give you a hug. (a gentle hug at that.)

cool new album!

Just got in a new sample album and I knew I had to use Sally and Jared's wedding to show this puppy off! Cool LIME GREEN that only Sally can apprecaite! (I hope you are reading this, girl. And they guys from work. Hi! * waving like mad as I type *)

I was looking for a smaller album that was quicker in delivery and design and could be cost effective for many couples that can't afford a BIG album, nor want one. I think this little puppy might be it. She's soooo cute! 11 x 9 in size and features magazine style pages. And the colors offered are sooo coool! My favorites are of course the black, lime green and bright orange.

If you are interested in purchasing one from your wedding or private session, drop me an email at info@kristinbednarz.com. They differ in pricing depending on the pages, but start at $200 for a 50 page design.

the "vanagon"

A Kombi Bus

My very good friend Stephanie celebrated her wedding anniversary over the weekend. Her hubby surprised her with her dream car.

Fahrvergnügen
driving pleasure found only in a Volkswagon.

yep...he got er a bread loaf. And not just any kind of bread loaf either. A 1971 plush with special interior bread loaf. She was shocked, and extremely happy and brought it to the BB tournament for all to enjoy. It is sooooo cute! And the headlights even work!!! And I must say, she looks pretty good in that Bulli. And she's got her booked solid in rentals for Prom!!!

cool lingo website

slaton tournament

summer cheering on her sister!

Kalyn played with her 7th Grade Cooper Team in Slaton this weekend for the Slaton Tournament. She did very well, but couldn't hit her shots, until the last game, for first place, when she swished a 3 pointer! Of course I went wild! And barked like dog, and I think her "shooting jinx" is over. (for the time being.)

Thought I would share a few from the weekend. You can see the rest of the photographs by clicking HERE. The images are SOC (straight out of camera) only re sized for web. I have clients to edit and no time for the personal stuff. So they will be a bit dark, however I'm getting better at this basketball thing. After several games, I've come to realize that the 85 and 50 are the best, and you just camp out on one end of the court waiting for it to happen. Some you get, and some are just poop, and then some, are AWESOME except the ref steps right in front as the shutter snaps. UGH!


**on a side note, I left my cell phone at the in laws and won't pick it up until after church today. Yipers! So, if you tried to reach me? I'll return your calls and emails on Monday.

the famous "knucklehead" stricklin

beka brown heading strait to the goal

I'd like to report that no foul was called on this shot. Seriously. But the refs can't see everything the camera does. Right? I guess.

Hanna played on 1.3 quarters and still managed to pull off 12 points. The girl was hot! She stayed off it for most of the tournament to come back on Saturday and play.

Slaton FW Shaley Pate catching some air and some major points against Hutch. Kalyn grew up playing on Shaley Little Dribbler's Team and being coach by her mom, Jennifer. This was such a treat getting to watch Shaley play and seeing how good she has become. Thinking we will hear and see alot of Shaley in our Sporting Futuer!

Ciara (hutch) and Shaley (slaton) fighting for the ball.

Britany going up against Lockney and Kalyn getting her back. Foul was called on this shot and if I remember correctly, bucket was made. Way to go, Brit! (otherwise fondly known as "peanut" by her mother. Hm....should I start calling Kalyn "seed"?)

Kalyn's layup against Lockney. Originally, when she asked if I got this, I thought I missed it thanks to a ref's butt, however, I got it, I just couldn't see her! Bucket made, I might add.

becca campbell heading for the goal