Rome, Italy

Finally had some time to work on photos from Rome, the fifth city we visited.

I had very little expectations of Rome, after hearing about the city being run down and full of thieves, but leave it to Ceci for getting us a great place in a quaint part of the city on top of a coffee shop that gave discounts on cappuccinos, which made our experience better than we thought.

Overall, Rome was incredible, rich in history and culture. Besides the heat and the rat that ran over my foot, we had a great time. =) This was also where the world's greatest gelato lies: San Crispino, and the Gelato Fascist who wouldn't let us have any samples.

Castel Sant'Angelo

Looking across the Tibre toward the Vatican

Trevi Fountain

Farmers Market

Palantine Hill

Arc of Constantine

Coliseum

Sistine Chapel

The Last Judgement

St. Peter's Basilica

Coliseum at night

Special police escort for the Italian Ferrari club

Nathaniel Full Baby Shoot!

Meet Nathaniel at 7 weeks. When I came over to Christina and Mike's place, they explained to me that his name means "God's gift." He is truly a gift, being sustained by the Lord through a very complicated pregnancy, even a period of time where they thought they had lost him. I could see how precious this life was by how his parents held him during the shoot. Seeing this family altogether is such a wonderful picture of the grace of God in how he cares for and loves his children.

"We love, because he first loved us." 1 John 4:19

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Nathaniel Baby Shoot: Preview!

Daniel and Eileen Engagement Shoot

I had so much fun shooting Daniel and Eileen's engagement photos because they're such a joy to hang out with. Eileen was totally working the camera, but Daniel seemed a little shy. However, when I asked them to interact alone while I backed away to distant position, his face and demeanor was relaxed and natural, I think because he's so comfortable and happy with her. It was really sweet to see how they could bring the best out of each other. They've been dating for 10 years and still going strong. I hope you guys continue to grow more in the Lord and glorify him better together in marriage. Love you both!