a new crop of sweetness...

One baby at a time was plenty for me to handle but these two little ones were pure bliss. Their mom made it look easy! As one of my friends would say "you deserve 'snaps'!"

Miss G and Mr. O were peacefully sleeping when I arrived - I didn't realize that they were in the same room (snuggled in their moses baskets!) Once I met all the "friends" in the house, I set up my little studio and had some fun. Grandma was there to lend a hand and we even enjoyed the hot Texas summer outside. The one benefit of the heat - newbies LOVE it! These two cuddled up together as they have done for 9 months. It was almost like they wanted to breathe the same air.

Thanks for letting me snuggle with these two - can't wait to do it again. Next time, big brother can lend his helping hand. Enjoy every minute!

6 months is "cool" - even in hot Texas!

Miss A is such a sweetie! And a trooper...the heat was intense yesterday morning. She was happy and proud as she tried her sitting ability, showed off her teeth, and stood up with huge smiles. It was so clear that mom and dad are in love with Miss A! What a beautiful family - thank you for the fun morning!

meet Miss E

This was truly a wonderful surprise. I needed a beautiful newborn to model a few upcoming seasonal hats. What did I walk away with? About 50 wonderful shots in an hour and a half (which for a newborn session, is quick!)

Miss E was perfect. Some sleep. Some smiles. Her big sister Miss M is in love with being a big sister. Such good times ahead for these sweet sisters!

Thank you so much for letting me visit!

Three, three and under...

Now, I made it no secret that going from 2 to 3 kids rocked our boat a little. Well, okay...a lot. There were many factors that contributed to this transition - the simple fact of being outnumbered, having the girl drama from the second child now suddenly the "middle" child and the age of that middle child. I say all this and sigh. We have moved past the rocks and we are now smooth sailing

(yes, I know...until another storm!)

Then I met Kim. The mom of 3 beautiful girls - miss E who is 3, miss C who is almost 2, and miss D who is the newbie. Yes...three girls, three and under. I don't say this jokingly, but Kim had her act together! She was the calm, cool and collected mom of 3 girls. I secretly applauded her for this amazing feat and want to know her secrets!

Miss D was just as beautiful as her sisters -

congrats in such a huge way!

*all hats shown are by Stellar Stitches

proud parents in portland...

Well, the timing was perfect! We went to the Northwest to celebrate my mother-in-law's retirement and this trip happened to be days after the arrival of our new cousin! So, of course, I had to get my hands on him. After arriving in Portland and giving the four legged, first born (Angus) some love, I settled in with the baby sway and cuddles - I don't even think my husband got a chance to hold him! Oh, so itty, bitty beautiful!

This is Kelly and Brian's first baby - a 'surprise' delivery (something that I could never do...I need to get my surprise at the 20 week mark!) By surprise, I mean gender unknown. Mr. S has been keeping them busy - kisses and hugs 24/7 can get a new parent all tired out.

We are so thrilled to have him join the family and I cannot wait to hold him again! Angus...hope life's settling down for you big guy!

*hat by After the Bump

*hat by www.angelbeez.com

the best of friends...

Honestly, these sisters are true friends. They smile together. They hug. They skip. They encourage one another. And they have fun! I always look forward to my time with Miss V and Miss S. Watching these girls grow up has been wonderful!

Anyway, this Sunday morning (trying to beat the heat and mosquitoes!), they were busy with many wardrobe changes this time - summer dresses, flower girl dresses, karate outfit and jazz/ballet costumes. Whew! I loved it!

Thanks for smiling and giggling with me again! Can't wait until October to do it all over again!

beach baby...

So I was thrilled to meet lil' D on "her beach" in Seattle. This was her first trip to see the water and apparently, it was one of the first nice days of the summer. I met her mom in 1995 and we spent our senior year of college as housemates. What fun times - and gosh, it doesn't seem like that long ago! Well, sometimes it does. Anyway, Miss D sure is her mommy's little girl. Sweet, sweet smile (although she took some time to show me!) and sparkling eyes. What a joy!

Hope to see you again soon and

we'll head back to the perfect drift wood spot when you can sit up!