Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Thank God for the Soldier | Army | Manhattan , Kansas | Fort Riley | Junction City | Wamego


Yesterday, I was blessed to be able to photograph one of the many Homecoming events for returning soldiers that takes place each year.  It was such an awesome reminder of how much our service members sacrifice for us each day.  I was able to share in the laughter, the tears, and the joy of so many as they welcomed home husbands, wives, fiances, fathers, mothers, sons and daughters.  There is something so bittersweet about a Dad meeting and holding his newborn child for the first time, or a proud wife that doesn't know whether to laugh or cry (who usually does both!).. it's these moments that make me so grateful for all that you do.




As an Army wife, I am no stranger to how much the family of the soldier has to sacrifice as well.  Let us not forget how much our service members of all branches and their families give up for us and our freedom so that we can do whatever it is we do.. including my opportunity to photograph amazing people and families.  America was built on the backs of men and women just like these soldiers who are willing to risk their lives and give up the comfort of their home, and the presence of their families, to ensure that we can call the United States our home.

God Bless all of our veterans - past, present, and future - and may we never take you for granted.. and for those that I met yesterday, and those that I didn't, Welcome Home!! We are so glad to have you back safely.. Thank You a million times for your service to our country.



I am a local photographer in Manhattan, Kansas.  I serve Manhattan and the surrounding areas of the Flint Hills including Fort Riley, Junction City, Wamego, St. George, KS.  There is a small travel fee for clients of 20 miles away depending on the location.  I also offer services for Engagement, Wedding, Senior, Newborn, Cake Smash, Family, and Children.


Stacey Zoll Photography
Manhattan, Fort Riley, Junction City, Kansas
staceyzphotography@gmail.com
staceyzollphotography.zenfolio.com
facebook.com/staceyzphotography


Friday, January 4, 2013

My New Year's Resolution... Blog.. | Photography | Manhattan , Kansas | Fort Riley | Junction City | Wamego |

Happy 2013!  As I sit here I am being force fed a chocolate chip cookie, a baguette, and a bright green pear (made of plastic of course!), by my 2 year old.  So naturally.. I decide now is the time to stop delaying the inevitable.. it's time to blog.  Blah!  I have not been anxious to add another task to my to-do list.  I haven't been overwhelmed with spare time between cleaning up from vacation, taking care of my daughter/the house/my husband and all that that entails.  (I'm sure one or two of you can relate).  And, on the off chance I do get "spare time", it is mostly spent doing one of the many things I love - photography and all that it entails: reading, editing, ordering, scheduling, looking at accessories I can't afford, making plans in my head, etc.

I haven't had a photo shoot the last couple of weeks because of the holidays, which allowed me to break out my camera and take pictures of my family for a change as we "enjoyed" the snow.  I would be fibbing if I said that I loved snow.  I DO think it is very beautiful, and I can certainly appreciate it when I am inside and don't have to go anywhere.  Unfortunately, I'm not allowed to hibernate for the winter, and my daughter thinks it is fun to play in the snow.  Clearly, she didn't spend 25 years of her life living in Southern California! So we have to put on the snow bibs (ski pants for me), gloves, boots, jackets, and beanies just so we can go outside and make snow angels.  Some of you may think that is a little extreme for going in the front yard.. but it is necessary if I am expected to be outside for more than 5 minutes playing in snow!  I must admit, we did have some fun together, and it was much better than my experience the day before trying to get the car seat out of a vehicle when the doors were frozen shut!  Needless to say,  I am still looking forward to summer!  I do have quite an adorable snow bunny though..




I am a local photographer in Manhattan, Kansas.  I serve Manhattan and the surrounding areas of the Flint Hills including Fort Riley, Junction City, Wamego, St. George, KS.  There is a small travel fee for clients of 20 miles away depending on the location.  I also offer services for Engagement, Wedding, Senior, Newborn, Cake Smash, Family, and Children.

Stacey Zoll Photography
staceyzphotography@gmail.com
staceyzollphotography.zenfolio.com
facebook.com/staceyzphotography