What If We Let the Kids Be Kids? If you’re anything like the families I love working with, you probably plan your holiday mini session with just a hint of nervous energy. The outfits are laid out. The snacks are packed. You’ve practiced “your photo smile” in the mirror. And the little voice in your...
There is a particular kind of doctor who visits hospital patients. You know the one. He sweeps into the room with purpose, clipboard in hand, delivers his report in under three minutes, and then pivots toward the door with the energy of someone who has eleven more rooms to get to. And just as his...
Oh Michaela, what a beautiful tribute to your beloved Mom, I feel honored to read about her through your words, and some of her own. My Mum passed away 2 years ago, tomorrow in fact, I was also asleep in the recliner beside her bed on her last night, so this post came at the perfect time for me… ReplyCancel
Michaela this is so beautiful, every word so accurately describing Dori. She was so special and she loved you all so completely. I am so happy to think of her up in heaven with her sweetheart! I feel honored to have known both of them and all of you! You’re all in my thoughts often! Love to you all! Melanie ReplyCancel
What a beautiful tribute to the woman your mom was and the impact she left. You have me in tears. Life is a beautiful and precious gift. My husband keeps saying “In 5 years, I’m going to wish it was the summer of 2026,” so we’re living this summer and every moment moving forward with intention to create those memories you speak of that aren’t in a photo, but they live inside you forever.
Thank you for taking the time to write such a meaningful letter and help us all remember what’s important. You’re Amazing ❤️ReplyCancel
Let’s Be Honest, The Idea of Family Photos Can Feel…Like a Lot Maybe it’s the thought of coordinating outfits. Or the constant negotiation with teens who’d rather be anywhere else (yes, I see you, sweet parents of moody high schoolers). Or maybe you’ve got littles who melt down before you’ve even hit the parking lot....
Do You Exist in Photos? I mean really exist.Is there tangible, hold-in-your-hands, physical evidence of you — just as you are today — in photographs? We live in a digital age. We snap photos with our phones, upload them to Facebook, scroll Instagram and TikTok while messaging in group chats. And while it may seem...
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