Where do I begin with this beautiful family and this bittersweet session at their lovely home? This family means more to me than I think they will ever know. They have invited me into their lives for some of their most special milestones. I’ve been honored to document the “babies” 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th birthday parties (which BTW have been featured on some of the top party blogs, thanks to Jen’s amazing party styling talents) as well as photographing their family yearly for their annual family photos. I’m not sure if they realize that although I only see them twice per year, in my mind I see myself as sort of an extension to their family, not only because they always make me feel so welcome, but also because I too, treasure the moments I’ve captured and cherish the warm greetings and hugs I receive from sweet Landon and Avery with each visit. SO, when I say it was bittersweet even for ME, to capture them one last time before they say goodbye to their first home, I mean it. I have to admit, I teared up more than just a little bit, watching Jen measure her sweetie pies on their closet doorframe and capturing the surprised look in Landon’s eye as he heard the news of how much he’d grown since last time. And of course, that one last shot of Avery, peering out her bedroom window brought me right back to that first time when her eyes could barely gaze above the window sill. Jen and Matt, thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for your kindness, for your loyalty to me as clients, and more importantly, for inviting me into your family for these small, yet spectacular, glimpses of your lives. XOXO
