I hope I'm not telling on myself, but truly, this was one of the easiest sessions I've ever had (I guess I've paid my dues in the past). These boys were amazing and their parents were so relaxed and down-to-earth. Driving up to their home, I was getting *really* nervous because the skies were getting dark and there were rumors of bad storms (I guess that tells you how long ago this session was ;-). So when I got there, I told the boys that we were going to have to make it quick. They were absolute ANGELS! Not gonna lie...when I got a little giddy that their grandparents showed up for a few shots (celebrating a BIG anniversary this year). And I'm also not gonna lie about how mom's eyes mesmerized me. 
I literally just sent these proofs off to order and I thought mom would love a bigger peek into her completely relaxed and so very fun photo session. Ack! So many favs, it was hard to choose. There's just so much adoration and emotion in this family. Now that I think about it, definitely going to have to do a "part 2" post.
Two major things in my life have caused me to obsess over the passage of time: my children and my job. When I was younger (and before I had kids), time seemed to move so slowly. I couldn't wait to graduate high school, I couldn't wait to finish college, I couldn't wait to be married, I couldn't wait to have a baby.
But now I want to put the breaks on everything. Everything is moving much, much too quickly. I just want this merry-go-round to stop for just a second and let me take it all in for a few minutes.
And unfortunately, my job makes me feel this way about my clients, too. I'm sure I must've seemed like that annoying aunt that pinches everyone's cheeks and says, "My, how you've grown!" when I saw them again for our session. I was just so overwhelmed with how much the children (well, some of them don't even seem like children anymore) had changed. See that adorable little red-head in the blue shirt? Yeah. This was him just a few years ago. And the littlest guy wasn't even a glimmer in mom's eye yet. But the older two...wow! They are now beautiful and protective and confident and intelligent young adults.
In her pre-session questionairre, mom wrote that she wanted to document where they were at this point in time: "son taller than his mom, but not dad. daughter getting so pretty and surviving as the lone girl. J being crazy. baby being snuggly." These words really struck a chord with me. I love how she noticed this important milestone for her family. I loved this little preview of what my life might be like in just a few short years. It makes me both happy and sad. I love when pictures can do both.
But now I want to put the breaks on everything. Everything is moving much, much too quickly. I just want this merry-go-round to stop for just a second and let me take it all in for a few minutes.
And unfortunately, my job makes me feel this way about my clients, too. I'm sure I must've seemed like that annoying aunt that pinches everyone's cheeks and says, "My, how you've grown!" when I saw them again for our session. I was just so overwhelmed with how much the children (well, some of them don't even seem like children anymore) had changed. See that adorable little red-head in the blue shirt? Yeah. This was him just a few years ago. And the littlest guy wasn't even a glimmer in mom's eye yet. But the older two...wow! They are now beautiful and protective and confident and intelligent young adults.
In her pre-session questionairre, mom wrote that she wanted to document where they were at this point in time: "son taller than his mom, but not dad. daughter getting so pretty and surviving as the lone girl. J being crazy. baby being snuggly." These words really struck a chord with me. I love how she noticed this important milestone for her family. I loved this little preview of what my life might be like in just a few short years. It makes me both happy and sad. I love when pictures can do both.
The very first time I photographed her family, I felt so connected to them. Now that they are a family of 5, we have even more in common. Her house is SO colorful and creatively decorated. *I* want to live there. I so enjoyed the very lifestyle nature of their session. It was totally relaxed, no preconceived ideas, we just did what families do...
...like take a snack break, for instance ;-)
And play airplane and read and tickle and laugh.
See what I mean? Look at those yummy colors!!!
Their backyard was just as magical.
Very much looking forward to seeing these two play in front of a crowd someday. I can say I knew them when ;-)
Sigh. I was there forever that night. I didn't want to leave. We were having such a great time hanging out, playing around, sharing stories, and commiserating about the "joys" of having three kiddos. Erin...I know I've told you this before, but your family is amazing and you and Adam have done such a great job as parents. I admire your easy-going nature (even if you claim it wasn't always so). So glad to have you as a friend, my dear.
...like take a snack break, for instance ;-)And play airplane and read and tickle and laugh.See what I mean? Look at those yummy colors!!!Their backyard was just as magical.Very much looking forward to seeing these two play in front of a crowd someday. I can say I knew them when ;-)Sigh. I was there forever that night. I didn't want to leave. We were having such a great time hanging out, playing around, sharing stories, and commiserating about the "joys" of having three kiddos. Erin...I know I've told you this before, but your family is amazing and you and Adam have done such a great job as parents. I admire your easy-going nature (even if you claim it wasn't always so). So glad to have you as a friend, my dear.
This may very well have been the most active session I've ever
done...and that's saying a lot because there were only two people
involved. I think it very accurately reflects where he is in his life
right now, which is *exactly* what his mommy wanted to capture.
First we
flew planes and skateboarded...
...then we played piano overlooking the city...
...followed by more skateboarding...
...and snuggles from mom.
Then we practiced some edible spelling...
...football...
(I hope he appreciates his spectacular peepers)
...and of course some baseball:
(omg, LOVE the tongue).
More snuggles from mom and then to cap off the evening, a nice bike ride:
Yup. That covers it. We indeed did it all.
...followed by more skateboarding......and snuggles from mom.Then we practiced some edible spelling......football...(I hope he appreciates his spectacular peepers)...and of course some baseball:
(omg, LOVE the tongue).More snuggles from mom and then to cap off the evening, a nice bike ride:Yup. That covers it. We indeed did it all.I can't tell you enough how much I enjoyed this session. He reminds me so much of my middle son and it's been such a pleasure watching this little guy grow up over the years. He and his family are close to my heart.
