Merry.Christmas :)

For to us a child is born,
to us a son is given,
and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. --Isaiah 9:6

We hope you all have a wonderful Christmas - celebrate the long-awaited birth of a Savior!

.Longbottom.Family.

We go to church with this awesome family and we've gotten to know them over the last few years. They are so generous and kind - we love them! I took Hannah's senior portraits last year and was so happy to be able to take some family portraits while they are all home during the holidays. We had some cold temperatures and slushy sidewalks to deal with, but it was worth it. Enjoy some photos from their session - thanks again, Longbottom family! Merry Christmas!!

Jill.&.Nick...and baby :)

I met Jill in college - we were in the nursing program so we had a lot of the same classes. Jill is now a midwife - she graduated in the midst of being pregnant AND on bedrest! I was thrilled to not only get to see and hang out with her again, but meet her husband and photograph them. They chose to wait to find out the sex of the baby until he or she makes their debut, I'm kind of partial to this method myself :) I think it is THE greatest surprise and completely worth the wait. Their baby could come any day now so stay tuned for the newborn session! Jill & Nick - you guys are adorable and so sweet - thanks for letting me document these special days. Enjoy!

Their sweet dog, Mocha, got in on some of the photo action - and she was a PRO.

Your baby is SURE to be gorgeous!!

.Mateo.

This little guy is the new brother to Ayden. I always love seeing families grow and was so excited when Sara called me to photograph the newest arrival. Mateo is such a sweet little boy! He was SO cuddly with Mommy and was so happy laying against her chest. All these adorable little boys lately - it's enough to make me want a little guy of my very own! Enjoy a few favorites -