I have a lot of love for this sweet family! And knowing they were coming into the studio yesterday made for a great day.

I first photographed them when they first became a family of three.  And now, four years later they are a family of five! Addie, Evie and Isaac…three sweet little blondies. So cute! I loved watching Addie and Evie smooch on their new little brother.

Kicking off the holiday season in style, this adorable family opted to have their holiday session at the tree farm they chop down their Christmas tree at each year. Perfect? Oh yes!

Oh Owen…your cute little smile melts my heart!

Just in time for the holidays, Owen and his mom and dad along with his adorable cousins and his grandpa had a session highlighting just how amazing family is.  The pictures of the kids with their grandfather warmed my heart and Owen’s silly perfect smile made us all laugh. The wind was chilly but our hearts were warm.

Grandpa and Owen matched their argyle sweaters together…so adorable ;).

Oh Alaina…you never cease to make us all laugh.  I love your spunk!

Shooting in the cold and windy late fall weather is not new for this family.  Last year for their family pictures….cold and windy.  When they were married three years ago (nearly to the day of when this session was taken)…cold and windy.  Four years ago for their engagement session…well you get the idea ;).  But despite the frigid temps, these three rocked it out as they always do. Karissa (who’s birthday is TODAY! Happy Birthday little one!) is now two and walking and talking and full of her signature squinchy-eyed smile.  She is a beautiful and bright little girl, outfitted head to toe in trendy Matilda Jane.

These two definitely needed to show off how hot married looks.  Happy 3rd Anniversary guys!

Karissa started feeling sad that Lamby wasn’t included in the session.  So Lambie makes a cameo.

While Karissa was warming up between takes I thought Amanda deserved her own sassy mini-sesh.

^^ Hottie ^^

From the moment my dearest friend Michele (you remember her cute maternity session!) told me her and her husband Steve were expecting a little one this winter, I immediately started thinking about her baby shower in tandem with our friend Julie. With the help of the evil fabulous Pinterest, I pulled some great ideas together.  And with the help of my other dear friend Dee, owner and fabulous planner/floral designer of Elements of Elegance, we planned a shower for Michele to show her just how much we loved her.

Michele is my childhood friend and I wanted her to feel spoiled, pampered and loved.  I just adore this girl!  When I walked into my studio, where the party was held, Dee had already began setting up.  When I looked around at the flowers, hand-made flags, and special touches, they literally brought tears to my eyes! I knew we had some stellar ideas, but Dee truly brought them to life.  Those out there planning showers and parties…take the workload off yourself and hire a professional! Worth it! Lucky for me my go-to planner is also a friend ;).

Another little tip…hire a caterer!! All of our food was made and set up by Trish of Tantalizing Tastes.  Her food is so creative and delicious. My favorite? The bananas foster french toast! My mouth is watering just thinking about it!

The banner below was handmade by Dee and her sweet neighbor.  It reads ‘Baby Sunde’ and is going to be such a great addition to her nursery!

So these cupcakes with the little elephants and giraffes were made by my mom!!  I’m surrounded by such talented people.  Thanks again Mom! They were a hit ;).

Michele’s cousin Jill has the cutest little one! She was making us all laugh with her cute and silly faces.

Making a rare appearance on my own blog…yours truly! Thank you to our friend Mary for snapping a few pics for me ;).