Mother's Day!

I am a big fan of holidays that (for lack of better words) force you to celebrate someone special in your life.  Maybe those holidays were created by the greeting card companies or maybe we should be appreciative all the time, but there is something neat about having your planner or calendar remind you in fine print that you have some lovely people in your life!  

So, what could be more special than giving the mother in your life a session with her littles?  Or a session with her grand babies?  I know that's what I'm getting my mom. ;)  I did this special Mother-Daughter session in honor of Mother's Day and I hope you love the sweet interaction as much as I did!

Just darling, right?

Happy Mother's Day to all those ladies that sacrificed for their children and have an unending love for those precious gifts!

Another Visit with Baby "L"

I am such a fan of this little guy and his family.  Maybe it's the southern accent of his mama or just their pleasant personalities but I enjoy every session with them.  That's why I'm so glad he's one of my "yearlings" - those clients I get to capture throughout their first year.  

I honestly get little butterflies every time I get to see repeat customers again.  I wonder what new things the kiddos are doing (because let's be honest, there's always something new) and how the parents are doing.  I get down right anxious about it all!  These precious gifts change so much and what's most amazing is how their sweetness influences an entire family; how love grows, patience builds, and thankfulness seems to permeate.  It's a beautiful thing!

Forgive me for getting all sappy, but who looks at blogs of babies and kiddos without feeling somewhat sentimental!?

Big Boy "E" Turns THREE!

We had to do a unique shoot with this sporty fella!  And he was ready for it...running around, throwing, catching, kicking and of course...SMILING!!!  :)

Sweet baby boy...

This little guy...oh, he's too cute for words.  He was one of the smiliest 2 month olds last time we met.  And this time, he didn't disappoint.  Just see if you can look through these images without smiling!

Boot Season...

We have had such a mild winter that my kids have hardly worn their winter boots!  It's weird, and unfortunate since I spent so much money for them and they will outgrow them next year.  BUT... they are getting some use out of their rain boots.  These easy to clean, durable shoes are my favorite for kids!  Especially when they come in some fun, bright colors.  I can't help but snap a few photos of them (after they have been thoroughly doused with the hose, what is it with kids and mud...even when you think there is none left!).  

And another favorite boot...the classic riding boot.  My little girl loves hers.  She says she feels like a cowgirl.  She was wrangling some invisible creatures the other day when she asked if I would take a picture of her.  Oh, to be young again!  Cute shoes that lift the imaginations!  I miss that, but seeing my kids experience it is something special, too.

Am I becoming a fashion blogger?  NO!!!!  I just thought I would share a couple of recent images in my own life and tell you that everyday things can be beautiful too!  You don't always have to have things neat and perfect!  Don't you just love life?!  Live it, capture it, share it!

Baby Girl "L" 1 Week Old

Oh, how that time flies...that time that includes dreamy smiles...

and sleepy shivers that only mom can calm...

It passes so quickly.  Maybe it's the lack of sleep or blur of spit up and diaper changes but it's so blessed, isn't it?

So pure and sweet.  

So precious and cherished!  I am not a photographer specializing in newborn or boutique photography.  But I do specialize in moments.  Those moments where baby smooches their lips, toddler crinkles their nose, big sister points her finger or little brother rolls his eyes.  I LOVE these moments!  :)  Thanks for sharing them with me, clients.  This will be my third full year in business and I look forward to many more of these moments!  I'm so excited about them, in fact, I'm offering a free session on my Facebook page so hop on over for more information!