Mardi Gras, & Carnival all have one thing in common and that is Fat Tuesday.  Fat Tuesday marks the day before the beginning of Lent, which is 40 days of meatless Friday's, fasting both spiritually and from the things you love most, and ending on Easter Sunday.  I, myself, have not quite decided what I will be giving up this year, but I did already partake in a favorite Fat Tuesday pleasure of packzi.  Which actually sounds nothing like it is spelled, but is yummy goodness that comes in many different flavors, such as apple (fave!!), raspberry, cream, and usually sells out in the bakeries within a few hours.

Speaking of things we love, and since Valentine's Day is right around the corner it got me thinking of how blessed I am to be able to document others love for each through engagement sessions, before their big day, when things are a little more relaxed.  You can view more of my engagement sessions here, or view some of my favorites below.shawd-1944

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