The Journal

Family traditions feel a bit like something from days gone by. It was much easier in the slower pace of life before smartphones and hectic schedules, when family dinners and beautiful holidays were something everyone did. As we approach the holidays, I began thinking about holidays and traditions, and how important it is to maintain […]

I was so excited that Emma reached out to me again to take her and Matt’s photos. This is a couple who I met a few years ago, when we captured their engagement session. It has been a joy to walk alongside them in different seasons of their life together, and this time, they requested […]

Some of the most patient people are the ones that wait to find out the gender! It takes some really adventurous and patient parents to wait it out, but this family is so excited to find out when the baby is born…boy or girl? It’s such a fun surprise! This beautiful mama told me her […]

Hearing all the creative and beautiful baby names is another fun aspect of my job! I find out often that little babies are aptly named, and always fit who they are. Lianet means “bearer of good news”, and has Greek origins. It’s beautiful, just like this brand new little girl, and she certainly brought the […]

Alice is one of the happiest little girls! Whenever mom and dad called her name, she beamed at them with a huge smile. She has them  wrapped around her little finger (for good reason!), and I can tell it’s mutual. I am absolutely loving watching her grow! What a gift to spend my days in […]