Angela is one of my angels.  She came into my life last year in a huge time of need.  Sometimes in sorrow and despair people reach out to you because of their kind hearts, selflessness and human spirit.  I know Angela is this person, not only to me, but to everyone she meets.

Last year right after my brother Lucas was killed in a tragic car accident, I needed help with my business – I just couldn’t do it all on my own anymore.  I was broken hearted and was in the middle of my busiest wedding season ever.  Angela found me through a post my other beloved friend Kricia Morris tweeted about me needing some help and about the loss of my brother.  I had never met Angela before and she wrote me the sweetest email offering her own words of hope and encouragement and that she would help me in what ever capacity I needed.  I will never forget our first lunch date – we clicked instantly.

Over the past  year or so, we have been growing our friendship she has helped me more than I could ever repay her.  She is always selfless and kind. Angela is  the kind of friend I wish everyone could have.

Angela, I want to thank you so much for being such a great friend during such a low point in my life. The few people like you and Kricia who really pushed me and helped me to keep going are really what this business is and in reality should be about – relationships.  It is my honor to call you both my friends.  I love you gals!

And without further babbling, I give you Angela 34 weeks pregnant with what I am sure is a little angel of her own.

Nicole and her amazing husband and son invited me up to New York City to do a family and maternity session for them before Thanksgiving.  The shoot took place in Nicole’s gorgeous new apartment that was close to Central Park.  Le sigh, what a gorgeous place to live and raise a family!  Check out that view!

Isn’t Nicole the most gorgeous pregnant woman you’ve ever seen?!  She literally GLOWS.  I swear, no one could look more radiant than Nicole while pregnant.

The couple’s son, Luca, is just adorable.  He’s such a cutie pie, and it’s fun to watch him work those shades for all the ladies.

Thanks to all of you for giving me a reason to come to New York City and especially for the lunch out on the town.  It was delicious!  I can’t wait to see you again soon! (Another thank you to Stefani and Angela for coming out on this awesome trip with me.)