So, I think I’m going to switch my business name. I’ve had to spell Bridestream too many times, and everyone still thinks it’s Brides Dream. It’s not.
I was thinking of just using my name, especially since I am branching out to wedding photography. Unfortunately, Brenneke isn’t the easiest last name to spell, and Beth Brenneke doesn’t really flow. Elizabeth Brenneke flows, but it’s awfully long. I thought about Elizabeth Ann, but I know a person in St. Peters whose studio is Elizabeth Ann Photography (and her name is Julie- wtf?). So, I decided to go with my old nickname…..
Annie B. Studios
Most of my family calls me Elizabeth, my friends call me Beth, but I was always Annie to my Grandpa. We had a special connection, and I miss him terribly (he passed away last November). I thought this would be a nice way to pay tribute. 🙂
So, what do you all think?

I think the guys at Penny Arcade made this for me. 🙂
My Comeuppance
Best. Ever.

I LOVE this shot! I really should have dusted our old cake topper, but I like the results I got while playing around in Lightroom. I think I am going to invest in a macro lens before a mega-zoom. I like details!

So, today kicked off The Festival of the Little Hills, in historic St. Charles. Always a favorite of mine. This year I got to introduce the craziness to Laura. My mom accompanied us because we all had husbands that would rather not go. That was fine by me. We went at our pace, and if we wanted to look at something, we could take our time without our guys complaining. I picked up some candy from the UK, soap from my favorite local company, and some really cool Dr. Pepper marinade from Main Street Marketplace (I’m making a roast tomorrow!). There was quite a few people, but it wasn’t nearly as bad as it will be tomorrow or Sunday, and once the sun set, it was actually quite pleasant outside.
All in all a good time. 🙂