A Day In Your Life

I must say I love photographing newborns! There is most definitely a sense of calm I feel when the only thing I am hearing is the “click” of my camera and the sweet sounds coming from the tiny little subject I happen to be photographing. And little Jonah was no exception! I knew I had to get my camera on this little guy before it was too late! He is way too adorable for words!! And a great sport to boot! Not ONCE did this little man cause a fuss during his lengthy session..what a trooper! Congrats Marcie and Jeremy!! Here is a little sneak peak from our session last week.

There is one trait that most women will immediately list as one of their top characteristics when looking for a partner…it is usually, without a doubt, the first thing we as women will say with absolute certainty every time…LAUGHTER! He has to make me laugh!

Well….I can say that Jeff and Jenilyn are textbook examples of a couple that has no shortage of laughter in their relationship!

I have known Jeff for some time now. He and my husband happen to be great friends and as a result WE have become friends! When Jeff told us he had found the “one” he couldn’t have been more right! I knew from the moment I met Jenilyn that they were meant to be. Her laughter is infectious! And the one thing I remember, always, after I spend time with them is how Jeff makes Jenilyn laugh..ALL THE TIME! It’s not a little chuckle here and there..it is full on laughter..the kind that comes from way deep inside and makes you stomach hurt or takes your breath away.

So when they asked me to photograph their upcoming wedding in Chicago.. I was beyond excited! We had so much fun shooting their engagement session downtown this past week. I am even more excited for the big day!

Here is a little sneak peak from the engagement session! More to come!

“I’ve learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow. I’ve learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way he/she handles these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights. I’ve learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you’ll miss them when they’re gone from your life. I’ve learned that making a “living” is not the same thing as making a “life.” I’ve learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance. I’ve learned that you shouldn’t go through life with a catcher’s mitt on both hands; you need to be able to throw something back. I’ve learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision. I’ve learned that even when I have pains, I don’t have to be one. I’ve learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back. I’ve learned that I still have a lot to learn. I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

— Maya Angelou

Another photo challenge at I Heart Faces! Bundled Up is the theme…This is my little Tucker..all bundled up! As newborns always are..poor thing! Just brand new! Little did he know I was dying to try out my new camera on him!

I will admit it. I am a sucker for long hair on little boys! I always knew..when I was pregnant with my first..if it was a boy.. I was going to grow his hair out. I can’t explain why..maybe I knew it was going to be the only time I would have control over how long or how short they kept it. Needless to say those days are gone and they are only 4 and 5 years of age.

I came across these photos from a couple of years ago. They just melt my heart. And..the hair! Oh my..I didn’t realize just how much I missed the hair!