I spoke to Emily back in June when she was six months pregnant. She was due to deliver in September and kept hearing “the newborn phase just flies by” so she wanted to be sure we caught some of it on film. When her little boy finally arrived I got the call to come over for their newborn session. Anyone with a baby knows how unpredictable they can be but after a few diaper changes he was ready to go. I was so amazed at how alert and cooperative little H was at two weeks old. And there was so much love felt between this family. It was so natural and beautiful. Can’t you see?

I haven’t fallen off, really. I thought I would cut back on work from end of June to late August so I could focus on Baby and all the tasks being a mommy brings. The decision was brought on in the early times- that first month when brushing my teeth and showering before noon was incomprehensible. But now, we are on a predictable schedule and our mornings are quite productive. We even manage two standing play dates each week (never to soon to start the social circle). How lucky am I? My little Tulsi made three months yesterday and I find her to be the most fascinating thing I’ve ever seen. When I’m feeding her, she stares intently and I like to think the fascination is purely mutual. She’s amazing and I could really go on…

They say time flies when you’re having fun. Now that September is here I can finally catch up on all my outstanding blog entries and start shooting again. I’m so excited to be back and looking forward to all the exciting shoots I have scheduled for the next two months!

Mel and I have been friends since freshman year in high school. We met in sewing class (was it?) and from there we went to homecoming dances together, shared many classes and unfortunately she was in the passenger seat during my first car accident. Though distance may come between old friends and visits become brief and very few and far in between, I know Mel is a friend I’ll always have. I was delighted to do her family portraits during my last trip back home in Florida.

It was so nice to see them again and catch up. This little guy is just something else. You don’t want to forget his face; he will be running this place some day…

What a fun morning, I met the Quinns for family portraits in the park. It just so happened to be a popular location for outdoor photos; there were at least five other sessions going on at the same time. I enjoyed seeing all the families, babies and couples out there smiling and having fun for the camera. Not the least of which was the Quinn family, the most easy-going couple with such well-behaved kids (a reflection of two amazing parents). Charlotte and Ian were a little camera shy at first but after one brief stroll down a trail, flower picking and a peacock sighting later I got a great set of images.

I leave every session excited about my work but I captured a very candid moment of Charlotte and Pat that made me glow inside and proud to say I love what I do! I feel so fortunate to have the opportunity to create memories that will be cherished for many years to come. This is hands down my new favorite photo.

Mimi and Pat, thanks for allowing me to photograph this time in your lives and for dealing with the Texas heat on a Sunday morning. I cannot wait to share the rest!