BLOG - Cristy A Gutierrez

MAR

07

2026

This morning during my quiet time, I was reading in Numbers about the Sabbath. God keeps reminding His people—and reminding me—that He ...

DEC

22

2025

Are You Ready For Christmas?

Are You Ready for Christmas?How many times have you been asked that question so far this year? I didn’t count, but since Thanksgiving it feels ...

NOV

05

2025

Seasons of Change

As we approach the end of our second year in North Carolina, we’re immersed in our second autumn — my favorite season of all.Before ...

OCT

27

2025

Here today, Gone the next

Since my insurance started covering a YMCA membership (love their group classes), I rarely go to Planet Fitness anymore. But today, I decided to go ...

JUN

19

2025

Jesus in the depths

Jesus in the Depths I’m currently on my second round of 30 Days to Resilience through the One Minute Pause app. Today is Day 19, which ...

MAY

03

2023

Cats & Bagels

I just dropped off my daughter at therapy and went to get a coffee and do my devotions. I sat out side and noticed this beautiful kitty looking ...

AUG

23

2022

Bumps along the Road to Adoption

Bumps along the Road To Adoption When we first said yes to adoption, I had no idea what it would truly entail. Looking back, I think I was ...

APR

21

2022

World's Most Expensive Coloring Book!

World's Most Expensive Coloring Book We just got back from our very first trip to Walt Disney World—a trip full of “firsts” ...

MAY

21

2021

My First Mother's Day

I turn 47 in 3 days and less than 3 weeks ago I celebrated my very first Mother's Day! I just thought that was somewhat noteworthy, and may be a fun ...

MAR

22

2021

Perfect Timing

Wow, two posts within less than a week? I must have a lot of content built up in me…It’s been a rough couple of days.Who am I kidding? ...

MAR

15

2021

Where did the time go?

It’s been a year…I just can’t believe it! I mean, most days it feels like an eternity since the word Covid came into our world, ...

APR

03

2020

Business as Usual?

Hi friends, how are you doing? What? The same as me? Just meh! Yeah, that's a pretty silly question to ask most people around the world these days. ...

FEB

24

2020

Baby Jack's Story

Some of you may already know that I volunteer at the local NICU where I get the pleasure of holding babies. Yup, that’s right-I just get ...

JAN

29

2020

2020 is going to be a banner year!

Happy New Year to all! I can still say that even though it's the end of January, right?I'm jazzed about this year already, you guys, and we are ...

DEC

24

2019

Why I hired a Professional Photographer

I'm sure most if not all of you have heard the phrase "You get what you pay for". Over the span of my adult life (many, many, many years) I have ...

NOV

11

2019

Britney's Little Love Story - Inland ...

Britney grew up in the Inland Empire, but currently lives in Los Angeles, so I was very surprised when she applied for my Little Love Stories ...

SEP

25

2019

Rita's Little Love Story

Rita submitted her story during my Little Love Stories Campaign and I just knew that I needed to photograph her. This blog post is dedicated to Rita, ...

JUN

30

2019

The Importance of The Printed Portrait

Do you remember the days before digital cameras, smartphones and sharing your memories the moment they're made? Back when the only way we were able ...

JUN

01

2019

5 Questions NOT to ask your ...

5 Questions NOT to ask your Photographer! Whether you book me or someone else for your portrait photography experience, I certainly want you to ...

APR

30

2019

The best part of a storm is the rainbow

I met Hannah and her gorgeous tribe last fall at a local birth expo and I immediately knew that I wanted to to get them in front of my camera! Hannah ...

MAR

31

2019

Mommy & Me Spring Sessions

Mommy and Me Petite Sessions Ok, mom- these beautifully styled petite sessions are just for you- ok, and your kiddos too!Mother's Day is coming ...

FEB

28

2019

I'm Not A Quitter

Alright, it's time to get real, people.Running a business is hard! Really hard!If you've ever quit your day job, given up a regular pay check, and ...

FEB

18

2019

My Top Recommendations For New Moms

Huge disclaimer here: I am not a mom (unless cat mom counts)!That being said, I have been an "Auntie" in one way or another for over 25 years. What ...

FEB

01

2019

Why do I do what I hate?

Do you ever do something you hate, but you do it anyway just because you know that it's what you should do? I absolutely hate running! I've always ...

JAN

03

2019

A New Year, A New Me!

I'm sure we've all heard this phrase a million times (or at least a hundred). Who doesn't love a fresh start to things-a chance to do things ...