The Cameron Family!

Baby A is adorable! Johanna, I'm so glad we got a chance to catch up and snap some fun shots of your family. Enjoy this sneak peek!

Mama's Day

Here's the story behind this shoot:

My mom is turning 50 on May 16. My aunt Angie has been planning a surprise party for my mom since February, and she did an incredible job with everything. She was able to get a bunch of their family and friends to come from all over the country for mama's celebration. I can't begin tell you how hard it was to keep this secret from her and to have to lie to her...but we did it!

To make sure that they had enough time to get everything prepped, I offered to take mom, her best friend Ree (who flew in from Michigan!) and my dad to Bothell Landing for a mini session, as part of her Mother's Day present. It worked perfectly! (Also, this was IMMEDIATELY after my session with Gabrielle...LONG DAY)

Plus, my mom was completely surprised to walk in and see her house full of people she absolutely loves.

Happy birthday, happy Mother's Day and I love you!

The Soemos!

Today starts the busiest weekend I've ever had! Andy and Sarah Soemo are two of my absolute favorite people in the world. I still remember meeting Sarah after they just moved out from Chicago, and knowing that she was going to be a friend for life. And after holding sleeping Carter for about an hour, I know that he is going to be a friend for life too! How could you not fall in love with him?

Congratulations Andy & Sarah! You are amazing parents, and I just love you bunches!

The Deumans!

I have to say it again: I LOVE FAMILY SESSIONS! And let's be honest, when I'm taking pictures of my family members, it's even better. I was blessed to do pictures for my brother (Jason), sister-in-law (Kathy), nephew (Judah) and niece (Jocelyn). Jocelyn turns 1 on September 11, and Kathy wanted to get some family pictures before Jossy's birthday. I have so many great pictures of this family. Here's a preview of their session:

Momski & Papi

I have incredible parents. Really, I do. I know I've said it before, but I mean it more than ever before. These two would do anything to make sure their children (and now grandchildren) are taken care of, happy and healthy. They even make sure I have excellent hair. I am totally blessed to have been born to such amazing people. Brian and Sharon are not just Dad and Mom, they are my friends. And for that, I am grateful.

I have a niece!

Jocelyn is finally here!! It was a crazy day yesterday, but I finally have a niece.

I think it was all pretty nuts for Judah too, but he's going to be a fantastic big brother. We played for a long time yesterday to give mom, dad and Joce some time to relax. I'm so glad I get to be a part of this exciting new life!!

Jocelyn Bella was born on September 11, 2008, 7lbs 12 oz, 20 inches long.

Sorry that the quality of the photos isn't very good. I had to copy them from my mom's Costco album. I'll get better images soon.

Thirty Years of Love

My parents have now been married for 30 years.

30 YEARS!!

This is absolutely monumental. My parents have been together longer than they have not. My mom was 16 and my dad was 21 when they met. Two years later they were married. 11 months after that my oldest brother was born. Then another. Then finally they had me. Thanks guys. I appreciate it!

And even though their marriage hasn't always been perfect or easy, they've given their three children the greatest example ever. They made a commitment to each other that only death would separate them. They worked together to do whatever necessary to make sure their family's needs were met. Mom & Dad came to plays, games, church services, pinewood derbys and choir concerts. And that was just for me. They love their children, and only want the best.

And through it all, they've made Jesus the center of their relationship. Congratulations mama & papi. I am very grateful and proud of you.

Judah

He's just too cute.

I seriously love everything about him.

I love playing at the park with him.

I love how he puts his head all the way to the ground when he plays with his trains, just to see the faces of Thomas & his friends.

I love his deep brown eyes.

I love when he says "Oh no! What are you going to do?"

I love that he's going to have a little sister in a few weeks.

I love how he backs into my lap when he wants me to read to him.

Just look at him! How could you not love him?