I took a few maternity pictures for Sierra – and her birth photos – I absolutely HAD to take just a few newborn photos.
Just a few.
That little cutie – he’s a couple months older than my Enoch – just ADORABLE!
OH MY HEART!
I mean – really. Seriously. Absolutely priceless.
I can’t even – the sweetness.
I just adore those shots!
Sierra – thank you – it’s been awesome to walk these last moments of pregnancy and first moments of life with you!
You’ve given me such a gift dear friend!
My friend Sierra asked if I would capture the birth of their 4th child – their 1st girl!
I was so honored and excited! She was due mid-January and we were praying that snow wouldn’t be an issue!
Her mom called me around 6:45 on Sunday the 10th – letting me know that they were heading to the hospital (an hour away) for the night – snow and ice was in the forecast and they wanted to be prepared. I left at 7 – ready for a long night sleeping on lobby couches. As I pulled off the exit from the highway – her mom called again – asking where I was. She was 9 cm and getting ready. WHAT!
I made it to the room at 8 – and that sweet baby girl was born at 8:30 after just a few beautiful pushes!
(You won’t see all the photos in this blog post – but you will still see beautiful ones!)
I mean seriously – that chubby little face!
Sierra & Jose – it’s such a beautiful thing to witness!
Thank you SO MUCH – from the bottom of my heart – for asking me to photograph Rosa’s birth – but more than that – for asking me to be there.
There’s something so miraculous about watching someone take their first breath. Thank you.
My friend Sierra is a fantastic friend. She’s also a great momma and wife. She’s honest and transparent.
She has quite the story and she’s an inspiration to experience the beauty from pain.
She has three wonderful boys – and will add a little girl – Rosa!
I’ve had this dress on hand for a few years. I’ve used it in a session already and wore it to the PA Renaissance Faire this year!
I’ve always had a vision to photograph a pregnant momma – in the snow – in this dress.
Sierra’s due date was quickly approaching – we couldn’t wait for the possibility of snow.
ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!!
OH MY! I LOVE LOVE LOVE that last shot!!
Sierra – I am so thankful that you’re in my life! I LOVE YOU!
Stay tuned for her birth and newborn sessions!!
My brother and sister were in town after the first of the year – and we all spent time together at G and Pa’s!
I actually didn’t take many pictures – we were too busy hanging out and having fun!
Fitzy did NOT want his picture taken. Enoch was eyeing the pop tarts.
Jack wasn’t sure about the attention and that sweet Rowyn and Judah – were just along for the ride!
My sweet nephew turned ONE right after Christmas!
LOOK AT HIS FACE!
OH MY HEART!!
Sweet Jack – you are SO loved!
Arica has been in front of my lens for nearly FIVE YEARS!
A girl and her make-up and her momma.
Because the breakdowns happen!
Sweet moments! They happen too!
I’m sure they will NOT love this picture when they grow up – but for now – it’s adorable!
I LOVE LOVE LOVE that shot!
And that one – BE STILL MY HEART!
Arica – thank you SO MUCH for asking me to capture your life!
We spent the morning – not too early – opening Christmas gifts here at our house!
We LOVE playing GO FISH!
He was REALLY excited when he figured out that pa recorded the story!
I thought those were cereal bowls – turns out – they’re HUGE!
KYLO REN! I have a feeling it will be a STAR WARS Christmas for YEARS to come!
We spent the weekend of Christmas at my parents!
Enoch kept insisting that the big-bellied STAR WARS character was MOMMY!
It was a STAR WARS Christmas – AGAIN!
Thankfully – we have awesome families! It usually works out that we spend Christmas Eve day with Jared’s parents!
Warm temperatures and a quick walk next door!
That little pumpkin – he’s adorable!
We had a great Christmas! Relaxing and full of family!
The past THREE years of Christmas!
Lisa emailed me about her small wedding in late September – small weddings are a FAVORITE!
GORGEOUS!!
LOVE LOVE LOVE!
Lisa & Jody – thank you SO MUCH! I had a great time spending this BEAUTIFUL occasion with you!
