2 adorable, sweet girls + a beautiful day + an outwardly relaxed mom who just let it all unfold + gorgeous clothes = the perfect photo session!  Thanks to the L. family for a wonderful session (including lots of great family images not seen here!).  I had so much fun with A. and R. and loved having them as my photo assistants for the day (you know, helping take off lens caps and formatting CF cards!).  I always tell moms to relax (knowing that it is virtually impossible on the big day!) and it truly makes all the difference as the session unfolds, so thanks to J. I'm not sure if you are a truly relaxed person or, like me, relaxed on the outside and full of anxiety on the inside (ha ha!) but either way it works.   Many more to come in your gallery SOON! Here's a little sneak peek to tide you over.

Have a great weekend, all!

And one more special thanks to Miss A. for this lovely photo given to me at the end of the session.  I love it and my daughter was very curious to know who drew such a pretty picture! :)

It was such a treat, as always, to see the K. family again.  Our first session together was back when little sister T. was still on the way, and just look at the girls now.  :)  Thanks again, K. family!

Finally, I have returned to the blog! I had a most unfortunate case of the flu last week--I don't recommend it!--and have finally rejoined the land of the living.  Thank you to all of my understanding clients for the slight delays in galleries, sneak peeks, and orders.  I've been a busy bee since resuming work on Monday and ready for the final 2009 push. :)

First up is the lovely Z. family. Don't these children have the most beautiful eyes you've ever seen? I captured so many fun moments at their home--lots of giggles, running, and jumping--and a few quiet, contemplative ones too.  Thank you, Z. family!  More to come in your gallery soon.

I love photographing twins and capturing their special relationship.  What a gift to have someone with you from the beginning and throughout your life!  Thank you to the W. family for braving the drizzle last weekend and to these fun-loving two-year-old boys.  I had a wonderful time meeting you! (and S., you will not believe the GREAT family images we captured right when it looked most impossible!).  Here's a sneak peek to tide you over until your full gallery is ready.

I can just hear the giggles here . . .  

And another handsome fellow jumped in there for a moment too.  Thanks again, W. family!

Their home is currently full of expectation. :)

I had such a fun time photographing these two lovable golden retrievers last week.  Here's a super-duper sized sneak peek for their mom--I know you are waiting for these, E.!

How wonderful to have these sweet faces waiting for you when you get home.

Ah, autumn breeze!

Last but not least . . . a brief appearance by ME.  ha ha!!  Thanks again, M. family.  See you very soon!

Also: to the other doggies on my special list--I will be in touch soon!