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It was truly a day worth celebrating, and I was honored to be a small part of such a remarkable milestone!

On May 2nd, Ms. Ruby turned 100 years old, and on May 16th, family and friends gathered in Bolivar, TN to celebrate this incredible occasion with a birthday party in her honor. 🎉

I didn’t know Ms. Ruby prior to her birthday celebration, but one thing became clear the moment I walked into the room, she is deeply loved and respected. The room was filled with family, friends, laughter, and stories from a lifetime well lived. One of my favorite moments? Seeing her classmate there celebrating with her... and guess how old she was? 99!! Talk about goals. ❤️

The celebration was made even more special by the presence of local leaders, who presented Ms. Ruby with a 100th birthday proclamation in recognition of her remarkable life and contribution to her community. It was a touching tribute and a reflection of the respect and admiration so many people have for her.

Another unforgettable moment was seeing a beautiful portrait of Ms. Ruby created by one of her great-nieces, a tremendously talented visual artist. The portrait was stunning, not just in its likeness, but in the way it seemed to capture her spirit.

Born during the presidency of Calvin Coolidge, Ms. Ruby has lived through the Great Depression, World War II, the Moon Landing, the rise of the internet, and the smartphone era. When she was born, the average American life expectancy was about 57 years. Today, at 100 years young, she is part of a truly extraordinary group, as fewer than one-third of one percent of Americans reach this milestone.

What an incredible life. What an incredible legacy.

I absolutely loved meeting Ms. Ruby, and I think I can speak for everyone in the room when I say it was a joy and a privilege to celebrate this beautiful lady and all the lives she has touched over the last century. Here’s to 100 years of memories, love, resilience, and grace. 💕✨

Happy 100th Birthday, Ms. Ruby! 🎂❤️🎉🥳

Some of my favorite people, who also happen to be some of my favorite family members. 💕
So excited to photograph baby Pipkin number 4! I adore these beautiful babies and their sweet parents so much.

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Just a happy little girl spreading sunshine everywhere she goes. ☀️💕

Big congratulations to Griffin on graduation!!🎓Good luck at MTSU!!!💙

Such an exciting season and a fun session to photograph. I love capturing this milestone and all the personality and memories that come along with it.

Senior photos… featuring a special guest appearance by my daughter, Ava — Griffin’s girlfriend. 😉✨

Today is the day we get to watch our sweet, beautiful, talented, intelligent Annelies graduate. 🎓💕

I’ve been taking photos of this girl since before she was even born, from her mother’s pregnancy photos to senior year, cap and gown, track, cheer, dance, and all the moments in between. Watching someone grow up through your camera lens is a special kind of gift, and somehow it feels like yesterday and a lifetime ago all at once.

She may not be mine by birth, but she has absolutely become one of “my girls” over the years, and I could not be more proud of the person she’s become.

Annelies, I hope you always remember this: You are deeply loved, not because of your accomplishments, your talents, or how much you do for others, but simply because you are you. The people who know you best are endlessly thankful for your heart, your strength, your humor, and the light you bring into their lives.

We cannot wait to celebrate you tonight and all the beautiful things ahead for you. The future is lucky to have you. ❤️

Some seniors just have a look... and Co showed up giving Dylan McKay vibes the entire session.

Big congratulations to Co on graduating from JCS!

From downtown Jackson to graduation day, Carter made this session so much fun.

Big congratulations on finishing high school... the best is still ahead.

Ballet Arts of Jackson presents The Little Mermaid at the newly renovated Carl Perkins Civic Center this weekend, April 24–26.

I had the joy of photographing their dress rehearsal tonight, and it’s every bit as fun, stunning, and full of heart as you’d imagine. Don’t miss it - bring the next generation. You never know who you might inspire. 🧜‍♀️

🎟️ Tickets: Ballet Arts of Jackson website
📍 Carl Perkins Civic Center
🕖 Fri & Sat 7PM | Sun 2PM

You can’t plan this kind of timing ✈️
We started with casual photos and ended at the airport… where CH-47 Chinooks were casually flying in and parked in the background of this senior session. For a future pilot, it doesn’t get much better than that. 🩵

Coming in hot but all Easter minis have been uploaded and emails have been sent!

If you didn’t receive yours, please send me a direct message and I’ll get you taken care of.

Thank you so much, and Happy Easter! 🐣🌸