Flight of the hummingbird

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I was so honored to be given the opportunity to work with the B family for a maternity shoot. I have known mom for a few years and just adore her. What a delight to meet and work with the rest of her beautiful family!

We started the day at 8 a.m. at a nearby park with the family. Mom let me know they had just spotted a hummingbird after our arrival so the session was complete.  The hummingbird is this family’s angel on Earth.

The sun was still quite warm as that is desert life. The park offered lots of nice shaded trees to help keep everyone cool. After some family and individual park shots we went back to their nearby home to complete our maternity session while the youngest went down for a nap.

The family is keeping the gender of their newest addition a surprise until delivery but their oldest is convinced it is a boy. Actually, from what mom and dad tell me, everyone has been referring to this baby as “he” so she isn’t alone. I can’t wait for Baby B’s arrival!

P.S.     Before our session ended I was invited back for a future play date by the oldest.  What a compliment and boy did that make my day! I think that is confirmation that everyone had a great time today. 🙂

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Happy Mother’s Day 2015

Happy Mother’s Day 2015

“Who has been with me for years? Who has been there to wipe away the tears? My Mother”…these words were written many years ago to my Mom as a part of a tribute. I can think of no greater joy in my own life than that of being a mom.

I had the best Mother’s Day this year! My oldest and I baked our very first lemon meringue pie. The extra time it took by explaining each step was worth every second for the memories we will always have. Bonus, it was gluten free and delicious!! Although we didn’t manage to snap a picture during the baking process I did catch one just before dessert was served.

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Wind at My Back

Wind at My Back

A surprise birthday road trip to Vegas…miles and miles of roads from here to there. Best friend by my side for uninterrupted conversations, camera in hand, good tunes and convertible top down (yes, I am actually a passenger in a convertible!!!). Welcome to the next decade of life!

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April Showers

April Showers

April showers bring May flowers…or a weekend trip to Las Vegas for a special surprise birthday celebration. I had a fabulous weekend trip for my first time to Vegas. My goodness there is so much to see in Vegas without even seeing a show! 

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