Meet the Petersen Family!  These people, babies and all, braved this hot, hot June weather we are having to get their pictures taken.  They say it has been since all four of their boys were little that the family had them done; it makes my heart so happy that I could help them update their ever-growing family album.  I cannot help but imagine all of the wonderful times they’ve had and memories made between then and now. Just look at those adorable little ones!  It was great to meet you, Petersens, stay cool this summer!

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Music: My Time with Her, Tim Dolbear

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Happy 1st birthday to Miss Natalie!  This little dolly was not big on giving me lots of smiles, but I sure could stare at those big brown eyes and long eyelashes of hers all day if she would let me!  …And her little brown, whispy curls.  How adorable is she?!  It sounds like she started walking just a few weeks ago, but I don’t think she has stopped yet.  She is on the go and alllll business!  And, did I mention she’s got beautiful long eyelashes?  You have to check them out!  Enjoy being 1, darling Natalie!

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Music: Chillwave, Echo Park

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Oh, how I love watching this little family grow!  I remember meeting Dru & Brittany when they were just engaged, and now, just a handful of years later, look at the three beautiful babies they have brought to this earth! We seem to hit the jackpot when we schedule our evening sessions, too.  And, not only that, I love to watch them parent together.  They always seem to have a great balance of love and discipline followed by hugs.  I know firsthand, parenting is no easy gig, but you two are doing great, and those three little people are going to be awesome versions of the both of you as they grow.
Thanks for having me over again, Melvins.  I could have stayed for hours!

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Music: The Driver, Charles Kelley featuring Dierks Bentley & Eric Paslay

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There is nothing like the love between sisters.  These two are the epitome of a tough love relationship.  One minute they are smiling and giggling together and the next minute they are squabbling over something only sisters can understand.  But, my guess is that if a third party was to get involved, these two would team up with each other and it would be game over.  Having your sister by your side will serve you well, Nat and Cam.  Enjoy your summer!

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Music: To the Mood and Back (instrumental), Travis Brown

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The Elting Family is, hands down, one of the most awesome families I have had a chance to photograph.  I was greeted right away at the door by the family dog, Sam, and later I got to meet their brood of chickens, too!  During the shoot, I enjoyed getting to know a little bit about Gabe and Gretchen and their favorite songs, topics and activities.  And, you know a family is special when you end up sitting around their kitchen table for over an hour afterwards just sharing the joys and struggles of life.
It was my pleasure spending an evening with you, Eltings!

(This song’s for Gretchen!)

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Music: Love Me Do, The Beatles

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