Baby Maddox :: 13 Days New

My Brother is going to be a Daddy :: NH Maternity Session

Wishing you and yours...

Merry Christmas...

From my family to yours....

Happy Holidays!

Dashing Through The Snow...

The 1st Day...

My kids both started school recently... my daughter to kindergarten and my son to pre-k. Those days are always so bittersweet. I'm so proud of them and absolutely love celebrating all their milestones and "firsts."  However, it's so hard to let go of my babies, admitting that they're getting older and that every day they need me a little bit less. They did not start school on the same day. My daughter started on a Wednesday and my son the following Thursday but both were equally as excited for their big days. I LOVE these kids more than words and even though I realize that goes with out saying, I mean, I'm their mom so of course I love them. But what I'm actually saying is that with every success, every first, every milestone, the amount of pride I feel is overwhelming. To watch a little person that you've loved since before they were born, grow and blossom into little people is by far the coolest thing I've ever witnessed. I remember wondering as they lay swaddled in my arms what their personalities would be like. What would they look like. What it would sound like to hear them laugh. How would I feel when they were old enough to leave the comfort and security of home to start school.

Now I know. And it's better than I thought it would be <3

Sweet Tooth

My sweet little Avery (aka: Aviator) just turned 11 months old. Normally, she's the happiest, most easy-going kid you could ever want to meet but lately teething has gotten the better of her. She's fussy, has no appetite and just isn't herself. But, it doesn't make her any less adorable :)

Happy Holidays!

I have been SOOO completely and amazingly blessed this year!! The best gift that came in 2012 was our precious little Avery Faith who we welcomed to our clan in April. She's a joy, a beauty, and is such a sweet, sweet baby and I thank God everyday for bringing her into our lives. 

I am thankful for my Deviny and my Corbin who make me laugh, test my patience, dance more than I thought possible and who give me a reason to get up every morning and to strive to be the best me that I can be. I love them with all of my heart, soul, mind and spirit. 

I'm thankful for my husband. He never stops working to support us and still makes time to be Deviny's prince, wrestle with Corbin, snuggle with Avery-Cakes and to be the rock that I need every day. I don't know what I did to deserve him but I'm SO glad I did it. He's my very best friend and I'm more than blessed to be able to share my life with him. I love you, Handsome!

I'm thankful for our family who love us and lift us up when we need it. I'm thankful for our home and the love and memories that we share here. I'm thankful for the time we get to spend together and for the challenges that we've faced and have overcome. But most of all I'm thankful for the love that I receive. From family, from friends, and from those of you who take the time to look at my photos and who have given me the honor of being your photographer. It's a path I never thought I'd be on but photography has allowed me to meet and get to know so many fabulous people and families and it's a gift that I'm so truly grateful for. I thank you for your support and for your business and I sincerely thank you for making this job so much fun to do!!

Happy Holidays from us to you and yours! May you be as blessed as we are <3

Greg & Heather :: Love Birds

My Two Favorite People....

These are my amazing parents, Bruce and Linda. They've been married for over 30+ years and they're still so in love with one another. But, when we decided to do an impromptu session for a Christmas card photo, I wasn't sure how it would go. My Dad can be a pretty shy guy and my mom isn't one for jumping in front of a camera. However, the minute I grabbed my camera, they totally rocked it and didn't need any instruction from me! They just did their thing, teasing one another and fooling around, making one another laugh. It was a blast to watch and I was pleasantly surprised by the number of great shots I got in just the 5 minutes we were outside. 

 They're nutty, and kinda crazy sometimes (and these photos might explain a little about why I am the way I am ;), but I'm def the luckiest girl in the world to call them Mom & Dad. It doesn't get any better than these two! And even though it goes without saying... 

I LOVE THEM DEARLY!!

Baby Blues

I LOVE this face! This is a shot of my little guy giving me that smile that I just can't seem to get enough of. He's a kind-hearted, mess-making, truck-pushing, dinosaur-impersonating, grunting, rough, tough and tumbley kind of boy who has had my heart since the second I laid my eyes on him. His baby blues just make me melt (and I suspect they always will)! 

I'll love you forever and always, my sweet Bubbie <3

Charlie & Joan's Golden Anniversary: Vow Renewal

I've known Joan & Charlie for about 8 years now. They are the great aunt & uncle of my husband and I believe that there are no sweeter people in this world. Strong in their love and even stronger in their faith, they have been a pair that I have looked up to and admired since I met them. 

We were blessed enough to be able to join them in celebrating their 50th year of marriage recently and what a beautiful celebration it was. The day began at their church with a service led by a priest and dear friend to both Charlie and Joan. Surrounded by their friends and family, they renewed their vows and commitment to one another. Joan wiped away the the tears as she recited those words and it seemed like she wasn't alone as most of those in the church were as well. 

After the ceremony, we made our way to their son's home where there was a tent, food and drink, music, and a wonderful slideshow depicting a lifetime of love and memories. Both sons were there with their families and everyone enjoyed watching the images of them growing up, the trips they had taken, silly moments they had shared, as well as holidays, birthdays, and other special times they had shared together. It was a lovely afternoon and I'm so thrilled that I got to be a part of it!! 

I have lots of love for Joan  & Charlie and the family they have made together and feel so honored to be able to call them family myself.

As we were entering the church, I spotted the butterfly that you see above. It was a wonderful sight and it sat so still as I went for my camera. So cool!

Charlie & Joan with their sons, their wives, and their 4 grandsons.

Joan and her friend admiring the images from her wedding day... 50 years earlier.

A Peaceful Beach

My family and I recently spent a week in Wells, Maine. The weather was gorgeous and our surroundings were even moreso but I have to admit that my favorite part of our trip was not our daily excursions or the wonderful sight-seeing we did, but one early morning when we all rose and headed to the beach to watch the sun come up. The beach was desserted, with the exception of only a few other early-risers, but it felt as though we were completely alone with only the sounds of the surf and the glorious colors of sunrise to keep us company. I enjoyed every second of our peaceful time together as we strolled along the tide, still in our pj's. It's little moments such as these that you know will always stay with you... simply because they're just too good to forget!