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Update:  Chosen via Random.org, the winner of the Christina Ann Boutique giveaway for the Birthday Bash is Michelle C.!  Congratulations, Michelle!  I can’t wait to see pictures of little Lexi in her bows!

**This giveaway is now CLOSED!**

Welcome to the final Birthday Bash Giveaway!  It’s been so much fun sharing some of the things that I love with all of you this month, and now it’s time for a little something from the Christina Ann Boutique!

This set of three hair ornaments is perfect for anyone with a special girl in their lives, any photographer in look of some unique props, or even just for yourself (seriously, I wear them ALL THE TIME!)  You don’t have to be or have a little girl to enjoy these!

Here is a brief explanation of each piece that is included in the giveaway.

A. This petite flower is one of the smallest in the Christina Ann Boutique collection.  From leaf tip to leaf tip it is about 3 inches long.  In a deep teal with a sparkly center, this little piece of elegance is the perfect, simple accent to any newborn photo session or just a beautiful, understated compliment to any little girl or grown-ups outfit.  Flower will be placed on a black headband in the dimensions specified by the winner of the giveaway.  Valued at $8.99

B.  This white beauty is a staple in my own wardrobe.  While I don’t currently have a white one myself, I will definitely be adding one to my personal collection after having made this piece!  With it’s shimmering green center, it is the perfect complimentary clip to almost any outfit.  It measures approximately 4 inches across, and would make not only a beautiful hair clip but also a wonderful accent to add to any crocheted or knit hat or jacket lapel.  Valued at $9.99

C.  This quadruple rose beauty is gorgeous for any girl, from newborn through adult.  Whether place on a headband or a clip (at the preference of the winner), it’s sure to be a statement piece!  From the edge of the fuchsia rose to the edge of the teal rose, this piece measures approximately 5 inches across and is slightly contoured to better fit the rounded shape of any head.  Valued at $16.99

So how can you claim these beauties for yourself?  So easy!  Just enter the giveaway by completing one or more of the steps below.  Please remember, you do NOT need to be a client, or even local, to enter or win the giveaway!  Other photographers are welcome to enter the contest – it’s fun for everyone!

**Entries may be submitted from April 30th until May 2nd, 2011, at midnight.  Winner will be announced on Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011.

To gain entry into the giveaway you can:

1) “Like” Christina Ann Photography on facebook and then come back to this blog post and leave me a comment to let me know that you do!

2) Share Christina Ann Photography’s website or facebook page via your favorite social media source (i.e. facebook, twitter, myspace).  Anyone that returns to the blog and leaves a comment letting me know that you referred them will in turn give you AND them an entry!

3) Contact me at christina{at}christinaann.com before the end of the the giveaway and book a session to be held before July 31st, 2011, and you will receive FIVE additional entries!  Come back to this blog post and leave a comment letting everyone know how excited you are about your session in order to complete your entry.  If you already have a session booked, leave a comment as well to claim your additional entries!

I can’t wait to see who these gorgeous pieces are going to find a home with!

Remember the sweet little munchkins from this post?  Well I’ve been waiting a couple weeks to share the REAL reason for our photo session.  Amanda asked me to come take some special pictures of their family to help share a special surprise with those closest to them – and now that the word is out, I can share too!

Congratulations, Matt, Amanda and family, on the new little fishy that you’ll be adding to your school!  I can’t wait to meet the new little one when he/she arrives!

Amanda made this storyboard into a card to present to family as an announcement of the upcoming family addition.  I can’t wait to see the finished product (card AND baby)!

Ellis and Rocco had a blast splashing in the fish bowl.  Seriously. Most. Adorable. Thing. Ever!

No posed portrait session can EVER substitute for the emotion captured in REAL moments.  I absolutely love this picture of my sweet friend sharing in her children’s excitement!

Thank you so much for letting me have a part in sharing this wonderful news!  It was so much fun!

A few weekends ago I had the pleasure of capturing some images for friend, and fellow JBFer, Amanda.  She and her husband Matt have been blessed with three of the most adorable babies you’ve ever laid your eyes on – not to mention they’re super sweet!

This is Rocco and he’s the big brother.  He is super sweet, super smart and full of energy – just like a little boy should be!  Can you believe at the ripe old age of two he’s already starting to read?  He had a blast throwing these giant balls around the yard.  They were nearly as big as he is!

This is sweet little Ellis.  She’s getting ready to turn a year old here in just about a week!  She’s so petite and beautiful…and amazingly sweet.  I just wanted to stick her in my pocket and sneak her away.

This is baby Jett, and he’s the littlest of the family – but not by much!  He and big sister Ellis are only about six months apart.  He is the smiley-est little guy and I absolutely adore him.


You have GOT to check out this playhouse that their momma made for them out of a giant cardboard box.  This family is just overflowing with creativity!
Matt and Amanda – thank you for allowing me to come be a part of your family for the day!  Your children are not only gorgeous on the outside, but you’re working so faithfully to instill inner beauty in them – and it shows.  I can’t wait to see all of you again!

Update:  Congratulations to Tuesdai, chosen by Random.org as the recipient of a $20 gift certificate to Dove Chocolate Discoveries thanks to Independent Chocolatier, Kriss!  Enjoy your yummy yummy chocolate!

Contest ended Sunday, April 24, 2011

Let the birthday celebration continue!  And what better way to celebrate than with chocolate…yum!

We’ve all know about Dove Chocolate, but it continually shocks me how many people do not know about Dove Chocolate Discoveries.  As suggested by its’ name, Dove Chocolate Discoveries was founded by Mars, the candy company, who has been thrilling our taste buds for over 100 years.  It allows us to take chocolate to an entirely new level, right in the comfort of our own homes.  From candies and desserts to cocoa rubs and BBQ sauce, Dove Chocolate Discoveries products are fun, fresh and FABULOUS.  Truly the definition of delish!

Photo Copyright of Dove Chocolate Discoveries

So who’s ready for some FREE chocolate?  Well I totally am; but unfortunately I’m not eligible for my own giveaway.  However, thanks to Independent Chocolateier Kristina (I know, awesome name, right?!), you do get the chance to win some yummy chocolate of your choosing!  Kristina has graciously offered up a $20 Dove Chocolate Discoveries Gift Certificate for one lucky giveaway participant.

Entries are easy.  Do as many, or as few, of the items below for additional entries!

1) Go to the Christina Ann Photography facebook page and “like” it.  Then come back here and leave a comment on this blog post stating that you’ve “liked” the page.  If you already “like” me on facebook, simply leave a comment here on the blog stating that you do!

2) Go to Kristina’s Dove Chocolate Discoveries page on facebook and “like” it.  Then come back here and leave a comment on this blog post stating that you’ve “liked” the page.  If you already “like” her page on facebook, simply leave a comment here on the blog stating that you do!

3) Share Christina Ann Photography with your local friends and family.  Send them over to the facebook page, have them “like” it and then have them leave a comment here on the blog that you sent them and both of you will gain an extra entry!

4) Book your own personal tasting party with Kristina and Dove Chocolate Discoveries for this summer (by July 30th) and you will receive 5 additional entries.  Be sure to come back to this blog post and leave a comment letting me know when the date of your tasting party will be so your entries can be included!

5) Book a summer session with Christina Ann Photography (session to be held by July 30th) and you will receive 5 additional entries.  Make sure to leave a comment here on the blog post stating that you have an upcoming session booked!

**Contest will run through midnight on Sunday, April 24th.  All entries must be made prior to this time.  Winner will be chosen via Random.org on Monday, April 25th.

Thanks a million to Kristina for offering up this delicious treat…and may he (or she!) that loves chocolate the most win!

Seriously…just the other day I was experiencing what it was like to be a mom for the first time.  Taking care of those middle-of-the-night feedings, teaching her how to walk, my heart melting the first time she called me “Ma-ma” – it all seems like such a short time ago!  And now look at my little girl, all of eight-years old going on eighteen.  And oh, how I love her even more today than I did then!

My baby girl’s birthday is a perfect opportunity to remind all of us that each moment and phase of life is so fleeting.  Each precious stage is worth being immortalized in pictures.  Don’t miss out on your once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to capture all of the little things that you love about your children right now.  You’ll never regret the memories!

In honor of my little lady’s birthday, leave her a Happy Birthday greeting in a comment to this blog post** (just click the “leave a comment” link at the bottom of the post)  and receive a complimentary 8×10 after your next session with Christina Ann Photography!

**Comment must be left today, April 15, 2011, by midnight EST

So Happy, Happy Birthday, sweet girl.  I am so lucky to be your Momma!

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