The great thing about being a photographer is that kids grow up in front of your eyes.

The bad thing about being a photographer is that kids grow up. Period.

And when kids grow up, that means they’re less likely to fall apart laughing when you make a fart joke. (LESS likely being the key word here.)

So sometimes you have to move around a little bit more. Explore. Climb. Dance.

Pick an apple. Ride a bus. Slide down a ramp.

And just remember what it’s like to really be a kid again.

Amanda and Jared - how has he gotten SO BIG ALREADY?? Thank you SO much for inviting me to into your life year after year and for suggesting such a fun location! Can’t wait for next year!

When you bring home a new baby, there is a lot to inspect.

You must smell them at least once every five minutes. New babies like being smelled.

You must be prepared for them to fling their arms right into your face. Babies like flinging.

You must also make sure to check their fingers and toes at least every other day. In case one goes missing.

But more than anything, hold them, snuggle them, love them. Babies love being loved.

But then again… don’t we all?

E - how dare you have such a beautiful family!! Thank you for inviting me into your home, your family, and your memories. It was such a treat to play and hang out with you all and I’m SO proud of the memories you’ll now have forever! Enjoy!