Gosh I still cant believe that my sweet friend Marissa drove all the way up from Iowa with her son Payton so that I could do his Senior Photos.

I am so touched. I hope that she thinks it was worth it!

I can tell you that I was definitely moved when I was taking and editing the photos. Man, time flies! I remember when he was little.

I think that's why I started taking photos to begin with - trying to capture these priceless fleeting moments before they're gone...

Anyhow, they made the 4 hour drive up to see me (poor Marissa had to drive back 4 hours afterwards!) and we were rewarded with a beautiful warm summer evening.

Thanks so much Marissa for making the trip!! It was soooo good to see you!!

And thank you for trusting me to take Payton's photos.

Good luck this year Payton!!