It was so nice to meet this family’s new daughter. I already know their oldest very well since I’ve been photographing her since she was 6 weeks old! Now, it’s her sister’s turn! What a beautiful TINY thing she is. She was so good for us once she was warmed up and slept like a charm after that. I wanted to share just a few for Mom (and she can then share, too).

Until next time…

Here are families that will be getting their galleries soon! I cannot wait to share with you. Since I have limited time today and this week, I will have to talk more about each family when I post more from their individual sessions in their own post here. Until then, just enjoy them as they are.

She made me GASP! She has changed sooo much since her mid year session. She is officially one year old! I cannot believe it.

Isn’t that sweet of her and her Mommy?

I love this one of Mommy and her baby girl. It provokes emotion in me. I feel something. I feel their connection, Mom’s sweetness towards her baby girl, and well Bubbles. Who doesn’t love bubbles?

This family portrait does it for me!

Such a FUN family! Her baby girl’s year is over, so I will sorely miss them all. I hope to see you all again!

Then, there will be more coming….

This little man was GREAT!

Then…

Little Miss Thang! She’s so cute and changed SO MUCH since her newborn session. I never would have recognized her without her gorgeous parents.

There ya have it! I”ll be sharing two special sessions soon (already completed and edited) of two special families, both who won auctions with me for a specific cause. You’ll soon see.

First , I wanted to wish this baby girl’s Daddy a safe deployment. I know it’s hard to leave your wife and little girl, but I pray that everyone does fine, stays safe, and for a FAST return! I know your session isn’t due for awhile, but knowing that you’re leaving very soon, I wanted to post just a few for you to see before you go. I also have to let you all know that this sweet baby girl is only 5 1/2 months old and was sitting like a champ. I was so surprised and did not expect that at all. She’s so little and so cute. Her lips, her big, brown eyes, and her little pierced ears – girls! Sigh.

OFFICE CLOSURE:

I will be out of the office beginning Saturday, August 15th and will return to the office on Thursday, August 20th. I will not have email access, but I will return all emails and voice mails upon my return.

I wanted to share a few images of sessions that are coming up for the the clients. I know it’s always exciting to see what to expect from you galleries, and I just loving showing those those that I have the pleasure of hanging out with off for all to see.

First is Mister “H” who I have photographed for awhile now. He is one of the most handsome and happiest babies (for every single session with me) that I know of on this earth. Ahh…he makes my job SO EASY, and since they no longer live here will be sorely missed! Mom, I hope you continue to share his growth with me. Snapshots via email are great!

Here’s his close up, and I love the black and white version. But for Mom and Dad, I’ll most likely share both with them!

(FYI, they are showing up a little dark on this upload, but they are not underexposed by any means on my end. So, don’t panic. It’s all due to resizing for the web unfortunately.)

I think Daddy and son should be in a toddler magazine somewhere, don’t you all agree? Mom, I’ll share more after you receive your gallery with YOU in it, too!

Then there is this lovely family that I’ve also had the pleasure of photographing for MANY YEARS now (um what three years now – since her twins were 3 months and her daughter was 6)! It’s a blessing – a true blessing! I actually consider Debbie my friend (and thus why I’m using her full name here). She is THE BEST Mom in the entire world. I’ve never known anyone like her. I could go on and on and on and on – you get the picture – about how much she does for her children, how creative she is, how loving she is and patient! She has the most beautiful children inside and out. Her daughter is a joy. She’s not only beautiful on the outside always ready and prepared for her session, but she’s just as beautiful on the inside. I think this says a lot about Debbie and her husband, too. Chad is also a great Dad from everything I’ve witnessed. He is extremely patient, and he and Debbie compliment each other extremely well. They actually remind me so much of Daniel and me. Seriously! Husbands are laid back and Moms are a little bit more busy, fast and always moving – always doing! But, it’s just a perfect match in my opinion. I know it is for my family. I also love tht they never speak ill of each other or speak ill TO each other (and aguements/discussions in the privacy of your own doesn’t count. Everyone has to work at a marriage, of course). They are always very kind in how they speak to each other, and I am very open about how I believe this is how you treat one another when you truly love someone. So, I ENJOY hanging out with them. WE are busy, we get a lot of variety, we get crazy and loud, but it is fun! They have recently moved away, but thankfully it’s only for a year I believe. They better come back here! But, just knowing that they are really gone, is a sad thing for me. She was leaving soon after this session, and can you believe I almost cried when I left her! I mean seriously. She hugged me, and I almost cried. I hate goodbyes; I really do! Saying goodbye to her and herchildren (Little Miss “M”, you almost had me crying too you sweet thing!) to a good friend and family was hard, regardless of our business relationship on the side. LOL

To remember your home, and I pray you come back to it! I know that you are enjoying your temporary home and say it is absolutely beautiful. I am so happy for you to be there and love it so much.

Oh, they are so big now!

See, I told you. She’s beautiful and elegant. I think you can tell from her pictures (and I will be showing more at a later date) that she does dance. OH, and the early evening light is GORGEOUS! It helps to have a perfect “picture taking” back yard, too.