clean ~ simple ~ fresh...

some more magic...

I had the best time capturing this very special little boy... candy canes, presents, and cocoa... oh my :)

 

Have a warm and snuggly night ~ Tra

it's a magical time of year...

a sneak peak of the first "magic of the season" session ... many more to follow :)

and some more as promised...

have a warm and cozy night... Tra

 

beautiful, sweet and innocent...

There are no words to describe the emotions I felt when I first saw this little angel.  She took my breath away with her beauty...  Her mommy has been a friend for over twenty years  (yikes MJ) and having the privelege of capturing her at this sweet age is such a blessing.  I'm hoping I will be capturing this little bundle of sweetness for many years to come... fingers crossed...

I think this smile was because she loves me too :)  It was definately not gas... :)

This is her favorite auntie's picture :)  look at those cute little crackers!!

I almost melted when I saw this image... soooooooo beautiful.  They don't make um sweeter than this!

Just had to show the b&w since I think they make every image timeless... love love love...

There is not enough time in the day to describe the sweetness of sweet baby a...  I hope to see her soon and will continue to share :)  Much love to her mommy, daddy, brothers, sister, and especially her favorite auntie.  Auntie L has been one of my closest friends for MANY years.  If I'm lucky she will be a close part of my life for many more to come :)  oxoxoxoxo  until next time... enjoy the warmth of today ... Tra

Oh, did I mention surfing is in her blood?  daddy has big plans for her :)

sweet dreams baby a...

 

 

december is here...

December is here, days are shorter and the weather is getting colder... though this is all true it not enough to stop you form having a great memory making session :)  Booking now through Spring of 2014.  It will be here before we know it.  2014 brings many exciting things for my family and my clients... can't wait to share all our exciting news :) 

Until then... have a great night and I hope to hear from you soon... 

Remember... if you are looking for a newborn session you should let me know your due date now.  Sessions are best withing the first ten days of life.  Bring on the yummies!!

Night... Tra

 

this baby is two months, my baby is thirteen...

This day was amazing and a little sad.  I woke up and realized just a short distance away in the other room stood a young man who is now a teenager.  Cole turned THIRTEEN today... gulp! 

Every year when my kids get older I find myself torn between excitement for them and the sadness knowing I have less and less time of their childhood to enjoy.  We recently took Stuart's younger son to college, I found myself tearing up as we were leaving.  I know the time will be here before I know it when I am leaving my boys behind for their freshman year of college.  ugh... don't even want to think about it!

So this little yummy was born just two weeks ago.  I met his mom and dad for the first time when I walked through their door.  They have to be two of the nicest people I've ever met.  Baby C had his idea of how his day was going to go and sleeping for a lady with a big black thing in front of her face was not on his agenda :) ... not until his amazing mommy and daddy made magic happen and soothed him to sleep.  woo hoo ~ then the fun began.  Just love being able to play with sleeping newborns. 

This is probably my favorite capture from the session.  OK, well one of them.  He is just too precious...

Well, I'll be sharing more later as well as some from previous sessions I still have not shared with you.

Well, off to enjoy the rest of the day and celebrate another amazing year with Cole...

Happy Birthday Buddy!  I am the luckiest mom in the world because I have you!!!!!!!!!  I love you ~ mom

 

brand new squishy...

I just love this little boy so much.  His mommy is the best too!  It has been a while since his session and his mommy and daddy already have the prints.  When I brought them over he snuggled with me, told me stories, and slept in my arms.  I did not want to leave him.  I miss that soooooo much.

meet my yummy little munchkin... baby a

this is his buddy Apollo... my boys love him!

look at these lips... yum!

wrapped in daddy's pants...

We had a great time together and I will be capturing this handsome guy many many more times in the future :)  I can't wait... Tra

going to the chapel...

These two were recently engaged and wanted to remember this time prior to going down the isle.  They were a blast to work with and even good sports when I told them we were using the tractor for some shots.  I will say I got a few funny looks, I think they thought I was kidding :)  NOPE... not at all

climb up baby :)...

we have some fun plans for this shot... she came prepared...

Good luck on the big day you two :)  Thank you for allowing me to capture such a special time for you ~ Tra

mom said he would challenge me...

Wonder if she remembered I gave birth to Landon :)  He has been on fast forward since day one.  Mandy and Chase came to the farm for some 3 year old captures... Big sister came too and was a ton of help :)  Chase and Landon bonded instantly and while the hot wheels were all dragged to the porch Mandy and I were able to catch up some.  I love hearing all the good that has happened in the time passed since our last chat.  We had a good time and the session was a success :)  PHEW...

He is seriously adorable!!!...

The kiddos had a great time... I thought I had more proofed for the web but I don't.  I'll have to get to them at some point so I can share them with you all... Until then ~ Tra

 

high school senior...

This is one of my good friends younger sister.  We surprised her mom with a picture of the three daughters last Christmas and mom liked them so much she hired me for her senior pictures :)  yeah!  That was a confusing statement.  Sorry.  Well... here is my favorite from the session...

and... another favorite :)

hope you have a great senior year N... until we meet again ~ Tra

beautiful momma...

I worked with Donna many many years ago.  In that time so many things have changed and so many have remained the same.  When she called me to capture her little miracle I jumped at the chance.  I am so flattered when people ask me to capture something so meaningful to them.  Here are some from our session...

she is such a beautiful mommy and will be an amazing mother... this was one of my favorites...

In a few weeks I'll be capturing the precious little boy inside... I can't wait!  I'll be sure to share him with you when he arrives... Tra