Yesterday was a significant day for not only our country, but also for our son; James celebrated his first national holiday, the fourth of July! I know he won’t remember these days and moments, but as a mother and a photographer, I want to attempt to capture as much as I can to look back […]

Taking her by surprise, Madison fell in love with baking and her beautiful edible art after months of practicing for a friend’s baby shower. When she’s not in the kitchen, you can find her out on the family ranch or hanging with her three kiddos.  In the episode we discuss juggling a business and your […]

My first wedding back in business after my short maternity leave is one I will always cherish. High school sweethearts, Ashlyn and Scott tied the knot in my hometown back in Iowa this summer. I was so honored that Ashlyn asked me to be her photographer. Ever since preschool, she and I had been best […]

One of my best friends, Cora Carroll was born in Rapid City and has established her name and businesses in the Hills. She is a talented wedding portrait and fine art photographer (@coracarrollphotography) and entrepreneur. In this episode we sit down and talk about her business ventures as owner and creator behind her Maiden Mountain […]

Please put your hands together and join my family and I as we welcome the newest member, James Francis Grassel. You already got a brief story last week on his arrival into the world, but here’s a little about our first week (and a few days) as a family. Isaac and I are thrilled to […]

This last weekend, my husband and I finally welcomed little baby James into the world after a long awaited birth experience. Let me tell you, we are forever changed for the better. There’s nothing quite like becoming a parent, and I’m only just beginning to understand. James • Francis •Grassel Weight: 8 lbs, 7.4 oz […]

Moving into an old house, I knew that part of the planning process would be a nursery transformation in our first floor guest bedroom.