While my speciality will always be young families with little kids, occasionally I get the chance to work with an extended family.

In typical family fashion, grandma is always (and should always be) the center of attention - which is simply delightful.

But what’s amazing for me to see is how each sibling has uniquely formed their own little family.

Beginning their own traditions…

Forming their own memories…

And being them.

Erik and Tennille (and Noah, Brooklynn, Layla, Deb, Ed, Lori, Bre, Paige, and Kailee!) - you know I adore your family. Thank you so much for letting me capture your entire big extended family and for picking the loveliest spot for us to shoot!! Happy Thanksgiving!! :)

When the colors in Kansas City are in full display and I’m in my car driving along…

Almost every road looks like the perfect location for a session.

You’d never know that just yards away is a highway with cars driving over 70 mph.

But here in this little corner of the woods…

They were in their own little world.

Lost in each other’s eyes. :)

Clint and Bekah - you know I’m thrilled for both of you and this new journey you’re on!! I can’t wait for what the rest of your life brings! Thanks for letting me be part of it. :)