It was pouring outside, but she wanted to try it. "I really think we should try it - and maybe the rain will stop soon!" Well, it didn't. But we carried on anyway.

I love it when my clients are flexible - it makes the kids feel so much less pressured. We cuddled inside, then broke out the rain boots and umbrellas for a walk down the road (stream!) to the park. Despite the huge thunder 'n lightning above us, the kids giggled, snuggled and marveled at the world (and worms!)  around us. So so so fun. :)

The things I love...

The way her eyes glitter.

Noses against cheeks.

His big roar.

A proud signature.

Eyelashes.

That little grin.

The way they play.

Forgetting about the camera.

Blue hair.

Blue hair that makes Henry giggle. :)

Freedom to jump.

The quiet posture.

Beautiful imaginations.

His bored smile.

Cuddling.

Untouchable worms.

The way she holds on tight.

The big brown eyes.

Being SO pretty in pink.

Being loved.

A rainy backdrop. :)

Happy Friday! :)

Families fascinate me.  

I'm obsessed with the inside jokes...

The quiet intimate moments...

And the stories they contain.

Extended families carry a unique dynamic.

Different relationships and different interactions... all marks of a family that has extended its arms to include other loved ones.

Last weekend I was given the privilege of being able to photograph my friend Emily's extended family - the Fitzsimmons clan!

The sisters were my favorite to photograph...

They were all SO photogenic! :)

This little sweetie was quiet and serious for most of our shoot....

And then at the end, she suddenly started giggling - it was SO adorable. :)

Emily, thanks for introducing me to the rest of your beautiful family, and for trusting me with all your memories. :)

Happy Friday!