This is my girl Megan! She’s graduating with her masters from USD and planning on working at Children’s hospital in the Hem/Onc unit. I love this girl. Isn’t she adorable?

Emmalyn is graduating with my friend Megan from USD with her masters in nursing. How cool?! Girl, you’re almost done! An early congrats to you!

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!

Today I shot Sandy and Pattie with their grandkids. Here is Pattie’s post with all her little grandchildren. Sandy, I promise your will be done soon.

Pattie (my husband’s aunt) just found out last week she was diagnosed with cancer. She has surgery soon and then starts chemo. So we decided to get some pictures of her and her sweet grandchildren before her treatment begins. I have every bit of faith that God is going to carry her through this. She is one of the most godly woman I have ever met. I am so blessed to have married into such a wonderful family. She is the type of woman that lights up the room and always has the most beautiful smile on her face. She is so encouraging and is such a joy to be around. For those of you that know Pattie, you know exactly what I’m talking about. Everyone needs a friend like her. I admire her strength and faith in the Lord. That is what is so beautiful about her. I just ask all of you to keep her and her family in your prayers, and for strength, comfort, and healing. God is faithful!

Pattie, thank you for being such a blessing to me, and for all the love, encouragement, and wisdom you have shared with me. I love you.

Pattie and her sister Sandy

Pattie, Sandy, and ALL the grandkids

Mother’s Day is just around the corner my friends

For those of you wanting to get pictures of your kids to give to your mom, now is the time to do it. If you want your pictures, albums, etc. in time to give to mom by Mother’s Day, book your session by April 18th!

…OR…

Give your mom/wife a GIFT CERTIFICATE that she can use to take pictures with her kids, grandkids, etc. Husbands, your wives will LOVE you if you get them one. I can guarantee it!

E-mail me in you’re interested in purchasing a gift certificate: info@kearydeephotography.com or call 408-912-5921