{Sugar and Spice...} Kelso Washington Child and Family Photography

I just LOVE it when I become a family's photographer.  From the wedding day to the babies and beyond, I get the privilege of being involved in the milestones in life, and the "just because" sessions.

And when there are 5 kiddos involved, there is ALWAYS a reason to take some pictures!  During this session and while editing, that saying "Sugar and spice and everything nice, that's what girls are made of..." kept running through my head.  Destry turned seven over the weekend, and she is the picture of girliness!  

We have all become very good friends, and this was one of the most enjoyable sessions I've done in a long time.  We got caught in a DOWNPOUR, and while threatening that they buy me a new camera if anything should happen (lol just joking), I took my chances and kept shooting as she played in the rain.  And as you can see from the photos, it was worth every raindrop! 

I love you Destry girl...you are beautiful in every way and you made me feel like a kid again!

{Brothers} Kelso Washington Children's Portraiture

These little boys were such a treasure! I've known their mom for awhile and we were finally able to schedule a special session just for them!  I was beyond excited about the colors they chose to wear (killer shoes mama!), the setting, and the falling petals that we ran across in the middle of town!  Enjoy your preview!

{Brysen is one!} Kelso Washington Baby Photography

This big blue-eyed little one melted my heart!  In his little camo overalls and huge pinchable cheeks, I couldn't help but steal a few cuddles from this one in between frames!  Thank you so much for bringing him in! 

  



{You are my I Love You} Kelso Washington Lifestyle Photography

You can never fully understand the bond between parent and child until you experience it.  I can say this because I am now a mother, and have never known a greater love. 

Maybe this is why I still cry when magically, in front of my lens, I am ever so humbly able to capture a glimpse into the complex relationships of others.  Why I tear up at diaper commercials and silly little greeting cards.  And I anticipate that no matter how old your child becomes, you still see them as your babies and hear their giggles down the hall.

I was standing in Barnes and Noble the other day browsing.  I came across a little book called "You are my I Love You."  Talk about embarrassing when suddenly I found myself standing there with tears streaming down my face, about to drop my coffee and books while scrambling for a tissue.  Needless to say, I came home with it, snuggled up on the couch, and read it to my little one.  And I hope someday she will read it to her children and think of me.

I am your parent, you are my child 

I am your quiet place, you are my wild 

I am your calm face, you are my giggle 

I am your wait, you are my wiggle

I am your audience, you are my clown 

I am your London Bridge, you are my falling down 

I am your carrot sticks, you are my licorice 

I am your dandelion, you are my first wish 

I am your water wings, you are my deep 

I am your open arms, you are my running leap 

I am your way home, you are my new path 

I am your dry towel, you are my wet bath

I am your dinner, you are my chocolate cake 

I am your bedtime, you are my wide awake 

I am your finish line, you are my race 

I am your praying hands, you are my saving grace

I am your favourite book, you are my new lines 

I am your nightlight, you are my sunshine 

I am your lullaby, you are my peek-a-boo 

I am your kiss goodnight, you are my I love you

Amy, I hope I haven't imposed too much on your preview, but your love inspires me.  :-)

{Morgan} Longview Washington Senior Portraits

I met this lovely lady's family a couple of months ago for a mini-session, and we started planning her senior portraits right away.  She knew she wanted some out at the tulip gardens in Woodland, and although the weather made us wait a little longer than expected, the day turned out to be a glorious one and the flowers were gorgeous! 

(  don't worry I have this one in color too! ;-)  )