I kept telling them to say cheese...

But they're grown-ups!

So they smiled terrifically without my prompting. :)

Some people need to be told they're allowed to be photogenic....

(Really... you are allowed!)

For others, it just comes naturally...

Giggling is always allowed.

And cuddling is definitely encouraged.

There's always time for swinging...

Have great times...

And making amazing memories. :)

Energy.

They had it coming out of their ears!

And although I had to run to keep up with them...

The still moments I found were beautiful.

Because sometimes photographing a family isn't about waiting to see what happens...

It's about being proactive.

I have to work for my shots.

 I have to fight for my images.

Even though beauty is there...

It still needs to be found.

It has to be discovered.

Noticed.

And fought for.

But guess what?

It's always worth it.