PRESLEIGH + HAYZEN | FAIR STEERS

PRESLEIGH + HAYZEN | FAIR STEERS

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I can’t say I knew a thing about steers. I can’t say I knew a thing about ranching. AND I can’t say I knew a thing about how to do a fair steer showcase session. Jessie knew that, I knew that, and she guided me the whole way. I remember thinking that Presleigh was too small to be directing and leading a steer that weighed 20x more than she did (and probably still does!). This was back in 2019.  

It seems like four short years ago until I start comparing the pictures from that very first time, up to now. I’m grateful to say my shooting style hasn’t changed much, but you know what has changed? Miss Presleigh. She’s no longer that little girl that I have engrained in my memory. No, she’s becoming a beautiful young woman, and gosh I’m so proud of her! She competed in all things rodeo this past year, and even traveled out of state a handful of times to compete. When she’s not on a horse, she’s on a court with a basketball in hand.  I would think her life would slow down in the summer, but no, she keeps the yearly tradition alive of 4-H steers. This girl. I hate that she has to grow up, but I love watching her grow at the same time! 

We talk about growing up, and that had me thinking about the first picture I took of this spunky lil thing! Miss Hayzen, is a spit-fire ball of energy, joy, and grit. She tagged along on that first steer photo shoot, and the grass was taller than she was. It seems like Jess had to carry her at one point and now look at her. Her first year showing a steer, and while you’d think that big animal would just drag her around, she has a surprising amount of determination that seems to speak for itself when she’s in charge. Her oversized teddy bear seems to know who’s boss, and I’d say 8/10 times she pushed him around, he followed her lead. 

These two are showing steers again this year if you haven’t picked up on that up to this point. I’m always amazed at these kids that raise and baby such large animals. If it were up to me, I’d probably pick a chicken. I had a bunny once though! My parents bought it so I’d have a pet. My dad said all his bunnies lived less than a year (probably because his neighbor’s dogs seemed to enjoy rabbit meat…), so that should be a great low-key pet. Well, 6 years later we still had that bunny with pink eyes. I thought she was quite happy, but when my sister let her out of her hutch one day, she never came back. That was the end of my bunny career.  Here I am twenty years later (at least) and now I have kids asking to raise bunnies for the fair. I think we will have to stick to chickens and kittens.   

These girls have been hard at work for months to get to this point. I’m excited for them to be able to share and show their steers with the community at the Caribou County Fair! If you’d like to show them your support for their time and efforts, they’d love to have you! A few dates to keep in mind: 

Beef Show held at the Caribou County Fairgrounds • Thursday, August 3rd, @ 8-10 am

Buyers Brunch • Friday, August 4th, @ 9:30 am • Livestock Auction @ 10 am   

 

In the meantime, I’m proud of you girls! Love you both! 

-Mikenna 

XOXOXOXO

 

EMMELINE | BAPTISM

EMMELINE | BAPTISM

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Grace Idaho  | Southeastern Idaho Photographer | Mikenna Atkinson Photography

  Introduction: If you know my mom, you’ll know that she LOVES family pictures in white shirts and tan pants. Also, her favorite pictures have been those that have ‘water’ in them. Meaning, a river, a lake, a stream, something that provides a water source. Why? The only reason she’s given is it matches her walls regardless of the rest of the decor. Well, she’s not wrong. But I myself don’t like wearing tan pants, maybe it’s the memory of spilling Tampico orange juice + my French dip Au Jus sauce on them during lunch or maybe it was following that up with a trip into the mud puddle, either way, it imprinted an ‘I hate wearing tan pants’ on my soul. On the other hand, I LOVE white dresses. I love to wear them, I love to dress my girls in them, and I especially love the flowy ones. They are angelic, and just seem to bring joy with them! My mom would be so proud of this session, white dresses, water, and a girl who’s made up her mind! 

Do you love white dresses as much as I do? I love big and full white dresses, I love simple yet flowy dresses, let’s face it I just love dresses in general so my heart gets so happy when I get to photograph someone donning one! Miss Emmeline knew what dress she wanted, how the fit should be, and the fine details and searched until they found that perfect one. She picked out two pairs of shoes to compliment, and of course, remembered a matching bracelet and hair wreath. Oh be still my heart, a girl who loves the fine details! I could squeeze these two! In my opinion, all the fine details of an outfit, or even an event make the experience all that much better! Well, this cute face decided to be baptized and of course, baptism photos are a must!

I think the heavens aligned because we had the most beautiful sunlight, it was glowy and soft, it was warm and welcoming it felt so good to start the spring season with such an incredible evening. I think one of my favorite moments came when she was twirling, the light was highlighting her from behind, and the little bugs glow like fireflies around her. Pretty magical if you ask me! This girl has so much personality. She is spunky and kind, she is driven, and loving. She dreams of being a fashion designer and I’ve been told when she has an outfit idea, she and her mom work to make it a reality. I believe a girl with a dream can be such a force for good and determination. Emmy- you looked beautiful. Thank you for your insights, your suggestions, your ‘vision’, and everything about who you are, I’m grateful you and your mama chose me to document such a sweet milestone in your life!

-Mikenna

XOXOXO

KRISTYN’S CRAFTROOM | BUILDING A BRAND

KRISTYN’S CRAFTROOM | BUILDING A BRAND

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Grace, Idaho | Mikenna Atkinson Photography & Design | Small Business Brands

  Post Intro: Regardless of where we go, my oldest daughter finds a friend, especially at the park. What if adults were like that? What if rather than fear all our flaws we just went out and embraced the other humans walking around this world with us? My dad is one of those humans. You’d be in a grocery store line and he’d have a way to strike up a conversation with someone by saying something sarcastic. I was so embarrassed as a kid, and now I find myself doing it. I have to admit, I love to see people let their walls down and engage in a lighthearted conversation. Have you ever seen ‘You’ve Got Mail,’ it’s a favorite of mine. In one of her emails, Kathleen Kelly says “I like to start my messages to you as if we are the oldest and dearest friends rather than *in my own words* strangers.” If can get to that point in a conversation, then I’m in my happy place! Other times, I feel just as shy as I was in elementary and would rather crawl under a rock and hide than to introduce myself. 

Kristyn and Sheldon moved into our ward (our church congregation), and of course, the case of the shy-crawl-under-a-rock crept in. I was in my comfort zone to drop off a treat, but for some reason, I was having a hard time allowing myself to connect in a genuine way.  I kept thinking about how creative and talented she was. It just seemed like anything I could do for her would seem weak, or thoughtless. Saying that out loud really does sound ridiculous, but I battle that just as much as anyone else.  So, the connection wasn’t feeling sincere. Then a shift happened. I reached out to Kristyn to see if she would like to participate in the boutique we hosted last fall, and she agreed. While there I chatted with her a few times, and then once everything was said and done I felt like I had made a new friend. This time, it was genuine. The next step, getting together for a little ‘brand photoshoot’ seemed to solidify how much I enjoy her thoughts and conversation. She is very talented and has many things she is good at, but just like a normal human, she continues to refine and practice her craft and it really does show.  Let me introduce you to my friend Kristyn so you can love her as much as I do! 

Kristyn is the creator of Kristyn’s Craftroom and to get you started, here are a few things you should probably know about her:

• Kristyn uses just about every art medium you can think of both digitally, and hands-on.

• She has a dog named Koda and a daughter named Chloe

• In her spare time, she enjoys all things crafty (of course) but also loves to be outdoors exploring hiking trails. You can bet she’ll find a flower or two along for a little future inspiration! 

• Kristyn went to school to be a teacher, graduated, and is ready to teach, but let’s face it, crafting is pretty addicting! 😉 She is now a certified craft teacher for her daughter Chloe!

• Rainbows are her jam. Whether she sees the lineup of fabric all color coordinated, or maybe it’s a cute rainbow sticker, rug, you name it, she loves them. You’ll probably figure that out pretty quickly if you check out her Facebook or Instagram. 

• If you’re hungry, stop by her craft room, there’s a good snack or two to satisfy your cravings ;).

• Lastly, she loves to set up at craft shows, boutiques, and markets. So next time you see her, make sure to say hi! But if you need something sooner, she’s got a cute little shop set up at her house too I’m sure she’d love to let you check it out!

This shoot was a fun one. Seeing someone’s brand behind the scenes is always exciting and eye-opening. It’s a good reminder of how much goes into a product or service before it ever hits the market! Head over to her Etsy and see just a snapshot of her creativity including jewelry, stickers, stationary, and packaging! Thank you Kristyn for the stickers, the fantastic pens (ya’ll should get yourself a pack), and being my go-to for all things creative! Also thank you for being patient with me as I learn how to make a new friend ;).

-Mikenna

XOXOXOXO

Kristyn’s Craftroom Etsy Shop

 

STEVEN – VENTURE HIGH SENIOR | SENIORS

STEVEN – VENTURE HIGH SENIOR | SENIORS

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Logan Utah | Venture High Senior Portraits | Southeastern Idaho Photographer 

Senior Celebration Spotlight • Steven  
Day 1 • This lucky guy got to spend the weekend at my house! In my head, he’s around 6 years old, shorter than his younger sister, and absolutely obsessed with sharks. He could give you every measurement, diet, tooth count, fin color, and how many people that type of shark attacks each year all within seconds of looking in his direction. He came up to me one time and said, “Mikenna, what attacks more people each year, a jellyfish, a shark, or a monkey,” I may have said sharks, to which he responded, “Actually sharks have the lowest number of attacks in the year 20xx.” A few minutes into talking to Mr. Steven I thought to myself, “This kid makes me feel stupid,” not because he belittled me, or was rude by any means, but because that little brain of his held SO MUCH INFORMATION! Nowadays, he still is incredibly intelligent. He may not be talking about sharks and all their ins and outs, but he still has a gift for getting every possible piece of information there is to find about any given topic.

I love Steven today because he has a desire to learn, and a desire to seek out information- when he has a topic in mind, he is thorough and absorbs it all!

Day 2 • Recently Craig and I were talking about our different kids and their responses to a ‘surprise’ situation, those responses could be fight, flight, or freeze. We came to a conclusion about ourselves as well. I bet you can guess what Craig’s response is- yup, ‘fight,’ mine is a bit more sophisticated than that, ‘flight’ and at times, ‘freeze,’ but either way I’d rather melt into the walls than be put on the spot, or risk being embarrassed- testing anxiety was always my nemesis. Anyway, at one point we thought it’d be a good idea to wait for our kids to come down the hallway, and then Craig would unexpectedly jump out and scare them- then we could observe their reactions. Well, of course, two of our kids were ‘flights’, the last, as we guessed, put up a fight. That girl came out swinging! This little moment in time had me thinking about Steven.

This may seem like an unusual thing to share, but I love what happens when Steven is nervous or unsure of a situation he finds himself in. Some people would just shy away *ahem-that would be me,* some get irritated *that would be Miss Kenzie,* but neither of these applies to Steven. In his moment of nervousness or unfamiliarity, his defense is quoting movies. Yes, movies. He will imitate and recite lines from all kinds of movies, games, tv shows you name it, he will think of a line from it. He was great to quiz me during our little photo date, but you know what? He did great. I learned about the movies I needed to review and a few I’d never even heard of, and I think I even outsmarted him on a few! I will say Steven is always full of surprises, from the information he can share, to movies he can reenact at a moment’s notice. He will keep you guessing and I love him for it!

Day 3 • Well, Mr. Steven. Wednesday was the day you said goodbye and ‘see ya’ to grade school. You made it! Congrats on officially being a high school graduate! You’ve made many people- including your family proud. Steven is getting ready to send in his papers/application to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. I think Steven can be such a force for good. He can share things he’s passionate about, and share his own personal experiences, and even struggles, I think this will help him to relate to those he comes in contact with.

Not too long ago Steven recognized a hindrance. He noticed he could ‘hear’ things being said, but for some reason, he was having a hard time understanding or formulating what those words meant. Rather than just letting it be, he researched his symptoms on his own and found the solution. In true Steven fashion, he presented his findings to his parents, appointments were made, and the solution was given. He now wears hearing aids. Not because he can’t hear sounds, but to help him translate what those sounds mean. I love that he would take the time to solve the problem. Steven’s wheels seem to be constantly turning. He can create things and loves to be thorough with those passions. Recently he has been using a 3D printer to create some neat pieces including a statue of Christ. That statue proudly sits atop his Great-Grandma’s entertainment center on display for anyone who comes to visit and she absolutely loves it!

Steven, you have such a good heart, serve with all your might regardless of your life circumstances. Never be afraid to be different, because different makes changes! I love you! Congratulations! 

-Mikenna

XOXOXOXO

MAYCIE – GRACE HIGH SENIOR | SENIORS

MAYCIE – GRACE HIGH SENIOR | SENIORS

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Grace Idaho | Grace High Senior Portraits |  Southeastern Idaho Photographer 

Meet Maycie! This girl is always up to something, and when I met her, it was her Senior project. Here in Grace, the Seniors have a project requirement for graduation which entails finding a mentor, providing service, learning about a trade, and presenting their experiences to a ‘panel.’ I can’t believe how much work, effort, and time can go into these projects, but I see a lot of value when real effort is put forth! Maycie came to me looking to explore the world of graphic design, and photography. I can’t say I felt like the most qualified mentor, but I sure enjoyed her company! Maycie is creative. I remember telling her that I had a hard time doodling, something about just relaxing and drawing just did not come naturally to me. She laughed and said she doodled on just about everything- I wouldn’t doubt it! During her project she shared some designs she’s created including a handful of logos- I’d say she’s on the right track! I’m sure her contributions to the yearbook appreciated her talents! I hope BYU-I serves her creative mind well. I think they’ll be excited to have her in the graphic design realm!

I love Maycie’s desire to learn all things in the digital design world- there’s A LOT to learn and it can be overwhelming but her excitement, drive, and determination will be a huge asset.

Day 2: I love Maycie’s desire to try new things.
I am one to order the same thing at the same five restaurants out of fear that I may try something new and not like it. I’ve surprised myself as of late because I’ve tried a new drink each time I’ve gone to Sam’s Soda the last four times- that’s a big deal! Sure every drink is a lemonade base but that’s still a win for me! Maycie on the other hand…well, she’s got more adventure in her veins than I do. On her senior trip, she tried frog legs. I don’t know if that’s a good idea or not, but I’ll just be amazed at her for trying new things!😉

 

Day 3: Maycie loves music. I know, you’ve decided you and Mayc are now friends with just that small piece of knowledge! But seriously, I remember talking to her one day and she told me of her love for all things music, from listening to it, to writing her own, that is her happy place. I may not have seen her in person, but I did get to hear her play the piano during a church service and her talent did not disappoint. I love how she can express herself in such a beautiful way! I started taking piano lessons when I was eight and continued those lessons up to age 17, I also learned to play the flute around the same time but once I hit high school, I let it go by the wayside. Music is powerful, and I loved and appreciated the outlet it gave me. I wish I had the vocals I so desired! Maycie sings, she plays the piano and the guitar and I can’t help but hope she continues to grow those valuable talents!
Maycie, you made it. Graduation is here, be proud, you’ve done it!
-Mikenna
XOXOXO

JAXSON – SODA HIGH SENIOR | SENIORS

JAXSON – SODA HIGH SENIOR | SENIORS

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Grace Idaho | Soda High Senior Portraits| Southeastern Idaho Photographer

For the month of May, I want to highlight the Seniors I was able to photograph! It’s been fun to make daily posts of his guy, and lucky for you, you get to see all the posts at one time! I hope you enjoy getting to know this awesome guy- Jaxson! 

Day 1: Another great Senior is here and ready for his spotlight! Actually, I haven’t asked him, let’s just pretend he’s excited ;)! Meet Jaxson, our Soda Cardinal!
Jaxson comes off as being a shy guy but you get him talking and suddenly you’ve made a new best friend! He loves all things involving the outdoors including fishing, hunting, and golf. You’ll be happy to hear that we have something in common, we both enjoy wildlife! Sure he likes to take them home and I would rather not…but that’s beside the point! 😉
Today, I admire Jaxson for the kind, gentle young man he has become!

 

Day 2: This kid is a hard worker. In the past 4 1/2 years that I’ve known him, he has worked as a farm hand moving pipe throughout the summer, and I don’t doubt during the week and weekends when needed. He’s worked at a golf course mowing lawns, and worked for his uncle in the butcher shop down in Preston- keep in mind that’s travel on top of the actual work hours…now (or most recently) he has been working for our local butcher. The kid doesn’t stop. He is a great worker and those seem to be far and few these days! Keep it up Jaxson!

I admire Jaxson’s’ worth ethic, and his desire to provide for his own ‘wants/needs’ whenever possible!

 

Day 3: Good things come in threes! That’s what I’ve been told, I’ll let you decide… Here’s your last fun fact about our Soda Senior- Jaxson!
He is a car lover, well at least he loves HIS car and informed me that she has a good side so I had to make sure we captured it. Even the license plate is sentimental- 2005 I bet you can guess what year he was born. A few years back I remember his mom mentioning he was determined to drive the car that was buried in the snow. He spent the weekend digging it out just so he could drive it. (Motivational dedication is my kind of inspiration). I’m just impressed he can drive a stick shift vehicle- that is something we do not have in common…but I CAN drive an automatic car! My last attempt at driving anything that required shifting was a motorcycle before I ever got my driver’s license and I just about ran over my Grandma’s fruit tree…That was also my last attempt at driving anything with a shifting requirement. Jaxson, we love your passion for working, we love your passion for the outdoors, we love your zeal for life, and we love your desire to progress. Never give up.

Jaxson, congrats, our family is excited for, you and bummed at the same time that you don’t want to stay in grade school forever, but we know you have some great contributions to make in this world- and we are grateful we get to know you! 

-Mikenna 

XOXOXOXO

 

NYLER – GRACE HIGH SENIOR | SENIORS

NYLER – GRACE HIGH SENIOR | SENIORS

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Grace Idaho | Grace High Senior Portraits| Southeastern Idaho Photographer

It’s MAY! I can’t believe we’ve already made it five months into the year, and even more mind-blowing is that we’re just weeks away from finishing off another school year! This year, I decided to do something a little different with the Seniors I photographed, rather than posting immediately- which would have been so much easier ;), I decided to wait and celebrate them until now. So on Instagram, there will be a new Senior highlight each week, but here, you get to get to know each one in one post! Our first senior? Nyler! 

I’ve been really excited to share these seniors but this one is especially near and dear, and if I’m being perfectly honest, I don’t know that I’m quite ready for this. He may not be MY son, but there are days when I feel like he’s one of my kids! Nyler is my youngest sibling, as a kid, ha let’s face it, even now, we call him ‘Nyler the Smiler’ because have you ever seen him without a smile? Yeah, me neither. He is a ray of sunshine. Always full of life and a love for life. Nyler spends hours on the floor playing with my kids- if they ask him to play, he doesn’t wait for them to ask again, it’s always ‘yes.’ He’s the fixer of all Legos- and believe me, we break a lot of those around here…and a master builder. We bought him a 3D wooden marble run ‘puzzle’ building kit for Christmas thinking it would stump him, or at least give him something a project for a week or two. He had it all assembled by the time we showed up the next day. It was incredible! That was even after spending time repairing or replacing pieces that didn’t seem to function properly. The kid’s brain and his fine motor skills amaze me.

So, on day 1, what do I love about Nyler? Well, I love his creativity, and I love the joy that seems to follow him everywhere he goes.

 

Day 2: Do you have a green thumb? Can you make plants come back from the dead, or successfully transplant new shoots/growth from one plant to a new one? I really can’t claim that I can. Matter of fact, I tend to kill plants rather than revive them. The hard part? I genuinely LOVE plants. I have one that I bought the week after Craig and I got married and it is still alive, I have a few just like it that I’ve bought over the years, I also LOVE my baby snake plant- I can’t even tell you how giddy I get when I see her in the morning. I’ve also recently purchased a beautiful Fiddle Fig- she’s a charmer, Fiddle is her name (and no, she’s not fickle) and I love her too. AND a baby Aloe Vera plant, her name is Aloe, and our most recent addition is Dieffenbachia. She hasn’t been named yet, so suggestions are welcome! I’m sure you’ve already read over the names and wondered why the heck you should care and that is precisely why I’m sharing this. Nyler cares. Nyler loves plants too! He keeps waaaay more plants alive than I do, but he loves each of them. Better yet, he checks on mine each time he comes to visit and always has a fun fact for me to be a better plant parent. I hope to adopt a spider plant from him one day when I know I won’t kill it. I may need a degree in Botany before that time comes just to feel qualified.

I love Nyler today because of his love of plants, his excitement and pure captivation make me want to be a better plant lover. I want to bring more plants into my home BECAUSE it bring him so much happiness! Thank you Nyler for loving God’s creations!

 

Day 3: Oh boy, I could talk about Nyler all day every day. In the past few years, I’ve gone from being Mikenna to Nyler’s sister Mikenna. Yes, that’s become my full name to those that know Nyler. I swear that kid does a little of everything. I’ve mentioned he loves plants, engineering- and all things that require building, he is EXCITED about going into the dental field, has a knack for clogging and social dance, LOVES to play the trumpet, the piano, sing, and has been learning the guitar, he’s an incredible baker- you HAVE to try his carrot cake or his most recent one- I just can’t remember the name of…or even his Chocolate, chocolate cake he made for my birthday, I am still impressed! Just don’t ask him to make you homemade donuts if there’s safflower oil on the counter…just give me a call, I got you covered (Nyler, I still love you)!

Nyler, thank you for being a young man that I am proud to call my brother and friend. I will proudly be ‘Nyler’s sister Mikenna.’ You are so loved. I will cry the day you graduate, I will miss your red truck pulling into my driveway after school, and I will miss having you help me make Oreo truffles. You are spreading joy in so many ways. Thank you!  The next large ‘blush’ drink is on me! 

Love, Mikenna

XOXOXOXOXO

 

LOVE DAY MINIS | THEMED MINIS

LOVE DAY MINIS | THEMED MINIS

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It’s always amazed me how kids hear a word or phrase for the first time ever and yet it sticks. Many times this can be a good thing, and others, maybe not so much as a parent, or even a teacher, I’m sure you know exactly what I mean by that! For the phrase, “love day” I have Daniel Tiger from PBSKids to thank for that. From that day on, Valentine’s Day has always been ‘Love Day’ at our house!

My mom always had a way of making each holiday feel special, or at least feel like there was an occasion worth celebrating. She was a classic Pinterest mom before Pinterest was a thing. From pink-colored milk, and fresh homemade heart sugar cookies to heart pancakes, and Pinterest-worthy Valentine’s gifts. She was amazing, and as I look at what my kiddos get, I can’t feel like I’ve jipped them ever so slightly. I’ll admit, I love to decorate the table with red chargers, a nice white dinner plate, and some hearts sprinkled around, but even though you can sense their excitement, I keep finding myself wanting to do more. This year, I did buy some love day decor, a few cute garlands from Loaly, and some wooden hearts and tabletop decor from Crafty Little You. It definitely helped brighten the place up with a little touch of festive, next year I may even add heart-shaped strawberries to the breakfast plate ;).  

All ‘normal’ traditions aside, I decided to host mini Valentine sessions, this did it for me. I was so stinking excited for Valentine’s Day to come around, especially after Taylor from Harland Bloom showed up with all the perfect things for our backdrop! I even had Signs by Jodi make me a custom sweatshirt with hearts on it to wear for the big day (and DAYS after), plus as a quick thank you to all the families that joined, cookies by Kalli (Lower 40) wrapped me up some dang cute heart-shaped sugar cookies! The day turned out fantastic! The kids were so full of energy and excitement and I can’t blame them. They may have been allowed to THROW heart confetti, make a mess and giggled all the while! I may have had glitter stuck to the bottom of my feet for a few days, thank goodness for a good broom and vacuum! 

For those that missed out, make a note, this WILL be an annual tradition! Those that came, THANK YOU! I’m so grateful you did! 

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-Mikenna

XOXOXOXO

 

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BRINKLEE | MISSIONARY

BRINKLEE | MISSIONARY

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Bear River Power Plant | Grace, Idaho

I first heard of a girl named Brinklee when my parents moved up to Grace roughly six years ago. My sister Marina met her and was excited to think they could be friends. At some point, this cute girl even went with my family on vacation. Six years later, that young teenager is no longer a teenager, she’s a beautiful young woman! I’d actually be curious to see what Brinklee is like when she’s grumpy because in every encounter I’ve had with her, she has been a bubbly, giggly, happy, and fun little thing!

Now, she’s already off on her next adventure. Brinklee is now known as Sister Holyoak and was called to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in San Diego at the Mormon Battalion Historic Site AND Louisville, Kentucky. Quite the call right? Currently, she is in San Diego, California. She looks so cute in her pioneer outfit though! Brinklee is persistent, dedicated, and driven, I know she can accomplish some incredible things in her life- really whatever she puts her mind to! Good luck to you sister Holyoak, thank you for letting me steal you away from everyone for a beautiful evening! Love ya!

-Mikenna

xoxoxo