A True Southern Gentleman

I have these sessions..I have not been able to come up with a name for them (leaning towards Sessions of Grace) but they are probably my favorite ones to do. The are sessions for those older, ailing babies.  I know what it is like losing a dog and not having that one picture that nails them to a T.  I got one of Ashley but never got one of my Holly-Belle.  That is why I started doing what I do.

In August I was asked to come to Nashville for a session with Gus and Hana.  See Gus is an old fellow but an old fellow with happy puppy eyes and a spirit to match.

I  started our day with a walk with Gus, his Mom and sister Hana.

One block and he was done so he and I just sit and chilled in the yard and we waited for Mom to come back.

and played for about 5seconds

Until he decided it was time to move this party to the kitchen.  Off we go.

He and I spent about 30 minutes again, just chilling in the kitchen and visiting.  His hips are frail, his eyes do not see so good, but his mind is sharp as a tack.  He let me crawl all over the place just trying to get all his many expressions.

Then at his request we meandered outside for yes...some more chilling..  you see at his age chilling is the BEST part of the day and if people are over and bring string cheese it is 20x better.

Gus is one of those old southern gentleman who long to sit on the porch and watch the day go by.  I was in love the moment I saw him, he has a way with the ladies I hear.  Or that is what his sister Hana told me.

Since our session the Rainbow Bridge welcomed Gus home.  His Mom, Sis and every one he has ever met is heartbroken.  He was the stray that stayed and his sweet, sweet soul will be missed my many.

Thank you Barbara M. for allowing me to spend time with you, Gus and Hana.  Your fellow is why I do what I do and why I love it so. My heart will be forever touched by My Sweet Gentleman Gus.

Meet Ms. Stella (she's a diva and she knows it)

I won't say I have known Stella forever but her is the first picture I saw of her.  She was adorable and full of herself even at that age.   

Wendy I and were her trusted babysitters so she grew up with Holly our lab.  Her first Christmas was actually spent in TN with us.  Here she is with Holly showing just who is in charge. 

Fast forward a lot of years, we have left Atlanta but Stella and Josh (her Poppa) are still good friends. We have been trying to work out a session for a while.  Stella remembered me on sight and just wiggled and wiggled.  Off to the Carter Center we go.  

Stella has this quirk for a lack of  a better word.  When she is done (as in this DIVA is not moving) she stops, drops and rolls.  Where ever she is, including busy streets.  I am sure it can be a pain but sure does make for a cute shot!!

Onward we go.  Walking then stopping to rest (again).  She needs a lot of rest. 

Stella's favorite thing is to ride in the car.  She will ride for hours. I am guessing that is because it involves sitting down and air conditioning.  

Well,  the car is her 2nd  favorite thing next to her Poppa!!

Thanks Josh and Stella for spending a fun morning with me.  Love and miss you both.