It’s a special time for Mommies, too.
We have to learn that our babies are quickly becoming something other than our babies.
That can be so hard to do.

I spend a lot of time capturing these little moments in the lives of my own children.
I often find that
they are more precious to me
than the ‘proper’ photo shoots that I set up for them.

I like the photos with the toys.
Messy hair.
Mismatched jammies.
I try to include myself in these photos as much as I can.
I always seem to get the urge to whip out the tripod and remote
on days when I’m still in my jammies, too, with hair just as unkempt.
And I still love the images.

I wanted to capture the little moments that I love so much for another mommy.
Just her and her little person
doing what they do during the day.
Something for her to look back on in a few years, smile, maybe cry,
but ultimately be oh so happy that she can hold something in her hands
that freeze the simplicity of those days
when her baby was still her baby.

So, I put out my first casting call.

This is what happened:

I had the pleasure of meeting up with this very fun family the day after Christmas to capture some portraits
while everyone was together for the holiday.
It was supposed to be a beautiful day.
( I know because I stalked the weather all week.)
But, as crazy Arkansas is known to do, the weather turned icky on us.
No worries, we just worked with a gorgeous house instead. 

Here are just a few of the photos we took.

These two kiddos were super cute and hilarious.
Oh! And Frank.  I love Frank.
I want one of my very own.

Who doesn’t love a Wet Willy?
(me)

Everyone should have a photo like this with their grandparents.
(I love the sibling love, don’t you?)

Story time!
(And those were two awesome books, too.  I shall be picking up copies for my kids ASAP.)

You. Crack. Me. Up.

Your imagination, your cute little voice, the stories you tell.
All of it makes me giggle
and makes me oh so happy
that you are mine.

You are my snuggle bug.
More than the other three,
you are more than content to
curl up in my lap,
sit at my side,
get in my way while doing chores.

Your big, huge smile
lights up my life.
It’s contagious.

I love the way you are a little shy at first in new situations.
I love the way you twist your mouth into funny, awkward shapes
when you are embarrassed or unsure of how to act.

Your full on laugh and big accompanying smile
is one of the best things in the world.
I dare anyone not to grin
when you do it.

You are so kind and sweet.
It makes my heart happy.

You make my heart happy.
Every. Single. Day.

Happy Birthday, Paeton-Head.

Love,
Mommy

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When Kim contacted me about a family session, I knew exactly how she felt.
She said her last family session was back in 2008.
We couldn’t have that!
(We don’t even want to talk about the last time MY family was photographed by someone other than myself. )

It was really sketchy there for a moment.
After following the weather all week and looking like we had a great window,
it POURED just minutes from our session.
In fact, it was still sprinkling when we arrived.
We waited it out.
It was worth it.

I’m so happy that the weather worked out for us.
I had a great time and we got some gorgeous images.
Yay!

There are still a small handful of session available for the Last Minute Minis! 
Contact me for details!

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Or catching up.

Whatever.

This is another family that I have had the pleasure to have in front of my camera numerous times.
Actually, this is only three members of the family.
The older two boys were visiting grandparents this day, so mom and dad decided to just have a session with the youngest.

This makes me happy because we get to have fun with the entire family soon! 

And don’t forget that RLP is now booking for fall mini sessions!

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Emilie is such a great mommy.

You can see the love she has for her family in almost every move she makes.

It’s such a wonderful thing to see.

And the kids! Oh, the kids.

They are some of THE sweetest little guys out there.

Yep.  Told ya.

One of the best families ever.

And don’t forget that RLP is now booking for fall mini sessions!

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That’s how long it took for this little guy to come home.

Despite the fact that he decided to arrive well ahead of schedule,

he is perfect.

Before I share some images from his session, I have to share my two favorite things about his nursery.

Coolest things ever, right? I really adored his mom’s sense of style.

My favorite part about this one? The accidental reflection up in the picture. I didn’t notice it until I pulled this up on my computer. Complete adoration in her face.

*sigh*
That last one may be my favorite image so far this year.

So in love.

They are completely and totally in love with that girl.

I love how it shines.

And even though she was not very happy to see me, she did give me this little gem.

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Here she is for her first official photo session with daddy:

And here are a few from yesterday’s session with her first cupcake of her very own.

She didn’t really know what to think of the icing

But she liked the candle.

Mmmm, maybe icing is okay after all.

Oh, sweet, sweet little baby. You are so precious to me!

Of course, what is fall without a trip to a pumpkin patch? I actually had grand plans this year. We gathered up a bunch of friends, went to a local corn maze, and I was going to take wonderful photos of us all having fun. Yeah, I sort of forgot my camera that day. We did have fun, but I was obviously disappointed that I didn’t get any photos like I wanted. To sort of ease my aching heart, my family and I planned a small visit to a local church with an adorable little pumpkin market. There were no fancy clothes, nothing really planned, just me snapping happily away as the girls picked out some pumpkins. John even took the camera from me in a rare moment of playing family photographer. I was delighted because I’m not often in the family snapshots since I’m always behind the camera. Yay, John!

And we can’t forget one of my favorite holidays of all, Halloween!! I looooove Halloween. I was able to go to an adult costume party for the first time in years and had so much fun. Not only was it a great time with friends, but I had a blast working on my costume. The actual day of Halloween was interesting because it was the holiday that almost wasn’t. My trusty sidekick, aka My Sister, and I tried to take out six of our seven kids (a certain older child o’ mine decided he wasn’t in to Trick or Treating this year. ) out for a round or two around the neighborhood. Oh, yes, we tried for an uneventful preparation but that wasn’t going to happen. We had meltdown after meltdowns. Wings were crooked, tiaras were tight, gloves were lost, shoes were also lost, and babies were clingy. There were accidents involving thorns, scary zombies, and two very stressed out mothers. We made it work like good mommies, though, and ended up having a great time.

Here is the one ‘good’ shot we got of the kiddos before we left. We were losing light, they were wiggly, there were some tears, and I decided to go for memory keeping rather than perfection. Sometimes that is the best way to go. Also, here is a snappie of my own Halloween costume. I was a masquerade Queen of Hearts.

I hope everyone had a fabulous Halloween and are enjoying this great fall weather.