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 got to pull the Auntie card and photograph her over the weekend.
Lucky me!
And I get to do another session with her and the entire family soon!
Lucky me again!

Here are some of my faves from her newborn session.
Prepare for your ovaries to ache
(if you have ovaries.  If you are reading this,
don’t have ovaries, but suddenly find them aching,
please go to the doctor! )
She’s just THAT cute.

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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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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That can’t be possible.

But it is.

I. Am. The. Mother. Of. A. Teenager.

Yikes!!

He brings me such joy and laughter.

Who else would make funny faces in the mirror with me as we’re

comparing our eerily alike features?

And then laugh at me as I attempt

to dance to a country rap?

This guy!

And I love him oh so much for it. ?

(yes, a country rap.  My husband’s newest musical find.)

I decided to make a little Valentine’s bunting and use it in the girls’ Valentine’s Day photos.  They had a good time helping me and they also did a great job posing for the photos.  Sometimes that is a small miracle.

Not familiar with my portrait parties?  They are so much fun and a great way to get some updated photos of your children without having a full session.  If you are interested in hosting one and would like more information, simply get in contact with me and I would love to discuss it with you!

A custom Valentine’s Day card of your child to pass out?  Too cute!!

I was peaking around some cards today and found one that contained images of my two oldest daughters playing in Halloween costumes.   I had sort of forgotten about this little session, so it was a fun surprise.  I love when something like that happens.  It was like a little Christmas before Christmas! 

And if you are wondering what in the world is on Tatum’s face, this might shed some light on things.

Yes, that is what she looked like just a few hours before this little camera fun. She was turning herself into a princess. (See the crown?) 

(I have no idea what was all over Paeton’s face. )

Christmas is so close!  I’m completely excited about it because I think I’ve pulled off a rather fantastic surprise for my husband.  I can’t wait for him to find out about it.

Someone turns a year old oh so soon.

It is that time of year when I get to take photos of one of the cutest and bravest little men on the planet. He has grown so much in the last year. And he is just so full of giggles.

Leighton’s parents wanted to do their session this year on their new sail boat. They’ve been hanging out in it every spare moment that they’ve had this summer so it was only fitting that their portraits were there as well.

Here is a little peek into their session.

They are such a beautiful family!! And the love they have for each other! It pours off in waves. I love it.