The two kiddos just melt my heart. They are so darling and made me laugh the whole time. What a BEAUTIFUL family. These are just a FEW of my faves from the session.

this one cracks me up EVERY TIME!

My sister-in-law Erin has started a line of hair pieces called E-Marie. Here’s a little showcase of her baby headbands. CLICK HERE to check out her website, and CLICK HERE for her Facebook fan page (which has updates on sales and specials)

Paxton was just too cute to not get a picture with him. I love my sweet little nephew!

Talk about a cute family. I knew from the start this family was going to be nothing short of amazing! You guys are wonderful. And Wyatt is such a cutie

I met sweet little Juliet at Day Camp when she was only 3 years old and was battling Lukemia. Look at her now. 2 years cancer free and as beautiful as ever. Her mom and grandma are just the sweetest ladies and I always enjoy talking to them in the morning when they drop Juliet off at camp. Well, almost three weeks ago now, Juliet’s baby brother was born. Isn’t he darling. It was so good to see this wonderful family while I was in San Diego. They will always have a special place in my heart.

Go ahead…let your hearts melt as you look at the pictures

Is he not the sweetest little boy ever? His smile just melts my heart. And those BIG BLUE EYES are gorgeous. What a cutie!

Here are just a few images from the 6 sessions and wedding I shot this weekend in San Diego. Let’s just say my body is still exhausted.

Ahh…this girl needs to be a model. Kimberly, you’re GORGEOUS!

I finally got to meet baby Jack…13 days old!

My little camper from Day Camp is growing up so fast! As of yesterday, she’s been CANCER FREE for two years. You’re a miracle Juliet. Love you sweet girl!

Brent & Jessica are ENGAGED!

I shot Chris and Sandy’s wedding at the Bahia Resort on Mission Bay in a cute romantic garden, and the reception was held on the William D. Evans Sternwheeler. Absolutely beautiful!

Miss Alexa is graduating high school…and is stunning. I think you have a career in modeling in the future my friend!

Katie & Cody…the cutest couple. Their love is so real.

Melinda called me back in November to have pictures taken of her two kiddos…this time around she brought the whole gang. They all have the cutest outfits I’ve ever seen and were so well coordinated! So great seeing you guys again. xoxo

You probably remember Pattie that I posted about last week with her grandkids. You know…the absolutely darling kids with her!

When I heard Pattie was diagnosed with Breast Cancer, I was taken back to the day when I found out my little sister, Emily, was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma (a childhood cancer) at only 8 years old. I re-lived a lot of those memories for a week or so, and my heart just broke for Pattie’s family because I know all those feelings they’re experiencing. What my family and I went through those 2 1/2 years was tough and a huge test of our faith. So many people have asked me what got me through that time. # 1 was my faith in the Lord, that he was going to take care of everything and he was where I’d find my comfort, strength, and peace. #2 was my sister Emily. Even though she was the one that spent all the nights in the hospital, had numerous surgeries, several rounds of chemo, several treatments of radiation, took countless pills each day…SHE WAS MY STRENGTH. It blew me away how much faith an 8 year old could have in the Lord. She was never scared, and she always had a smile on her face and kept the family laughing, even up to those moments before she passed away. When Emily knew she didn’t have much time left she told my family, “Jesus and I will be waiting for you in heaven.” Hearing her say that gave me so much peace. She knew God was going to take care of her. Losing a sister is not easy by any means, but I’ve held onto that phrase she told us and it makes me so excited to see her in heaven someday.

All this to say, I really felt God put it on my heart to help out Pattie and her family. I find it so easy to connect to families that are going through what I’ve been through, and I count that as a blessing. So here’s a little way for my to give to Pattie’s family using the gifts God has so graciously given me since she won’t be able to work during all of her treatment.

Please pass this on to all your friends and family, and keep Pattie and her family in your prayers. Thanks so much!

This is my oh-so-wonderful sister-in-law Heather, and her three darling daughters. I couldn’t love these girls more. They make me so happy. London and Geneva were flower girls in my wedding, and when we were all getting ready the morning of, they thought that all my bridesmaids were princesses. No joke. So when they came over to my house for a play date a few weeks ago, they walk into my living room (where we all got ready for the wedding) and said “Where’s all the princesses?” So Heather had to go on to tell them that the princesses don’t live at my house and they all went home after the wedding. I couldn’t help but laugh

Then, last weekend when were all at Justin’s parent’s house celebrating Heather’s birthday, London was sitting in my lap, looked up at me and whispered in her cute little raspy voice, “I want to get cozy with you…with a blanket.” So I wrapped her up in a blanket like a little burrito on my lap and we snuggled. These girls melt my heart.

Heather, thank you for being you. And for always making me laugh, and for all the girl talks. And for having such cute daughters. You’re awesome. I LOVE YOU!

My nieces and nephew and mother-in-law. Are they not the cutest ever? I love them ALL!