While in North Carolina I was able to spend some time with this fun family.  Laura, Bill and their two year old, Morgan, invited me into their home for some family portraits and a little play time along the way. I was instantly in love with Morgan's curious and adventurous spirit and had a blast chasing him around with my camera.  Laura and Bill are celebrating their 10 year wedding anniversary this year and their sweet affection for each other makes my heart melt.  Just click on the images below to see their slide show, and you'll see what I'm talking about. {Thank you Thelin gang for a warm afternoon in the cold Chapel Hill weather! xo xo xo}

One year ago I was photographing Mark and Monique's wedding, a day that I will always remember as one of the sweetest of the year.  Mark and Monique are two of my favorite people. They are honest and loving and absolutely devoted to their daughter, Miranda.  Born 2/24/09, it has been a busy and wonderful year for them and watching the three of them interact just might top their wedding day sweetness.  What better way to celebrate Valentine's Day than to be with the ones that you love and who love you. Thank you MMM for letting me capture you one year later. Your love truly inspires. xoXOxo

**Click Here for Mark, Monique and Miranda's One Year Later Slide Show**

I ran into my friends Julie and Jay with their baby girl Riley, and wouldn't ya knowit, I just happened to have my camera with me.  She is a doll you guys, my stomach was sore from laughing so much.  xoxo

It wasn't too short a time ago when I first met this duo and since then, Nic and I have become dear friends and G knows me as "the cheese".  I invited them over to my house for a quick holiday card photo and we just had too much fun.  G's mind is so curious about every little thing. I loved answering his limitless questions and explaining our driftwood Christmas tree project and opening up my antique slide projector for him to thoroughly inspect.  I love you guys and thanks for coming over to hang out. xo

The Shank kids decided this year for Christmas they would gift their mom and dad a family portrait. How lucky am I that I was the chosen photographer!?  Look at this family!  How fun, beautiful and loving. I am so thankful to have met this wonderful clan. xo

I had photographed Caitlyn's senior portrait last year so when I heard Anne's message to schedule a family portrait with both of her girls, I was beside myself with excitement.  Since they live just around the corner, we decided to meet at the Carpinteria bluffs for some gorgeous sunset light and take advantage of an amazing fall day.  When I am around the Whittaker girls, I am reminded of their strength, their resilience and their constant love for each other.  xo