Country Evening

 Summer's arrival was late this year. 

I would like to think that because it came late, it will last a bit longer. 



But the crisp morning air and the earlier sunsets tell me that we have precious few of these warm summer evenings left. 

Thank you for letting me share this country evening with you guys.  It was, truly, beautiful.

The Best Laid Plans.... (Whitman County Family Photographer)

 Being the planning sort of person that I am, I usually have a pretty clear idea in my head about how a photo shoot is going to go.  I always scout out the location before hand, plan the basic flow of the session, talk with the people involved about their expectations, wardrobe, props and the like.

And sometimes things go as planned, and sometimes... well....

Isn't it funny how real life is so much prettier than the contrived plans we all make for ourselves?

This sweet little baby wanted nothing to do with anyone except for her Momma.  We had hoped to get more of her alone, and more her with her big sister.  But she is so little still and just needs her Mom, and, frankly, she would have nothing to do with me and my plans.  So we chose to go with the real thing.   Baby and Mom, being loved by each other, and being loved by the others.

Real Life is beautiful. 

Real Life.  Real Moments.  Real Connections.

Thanks guys, for this nice reminder that the true stuff of life is so much nicer than what we think we want. 

Frogs, Snails and Puppy Dogs Tails....

I've been photographing these dudes since before Little Brother was born.  Of course, I go back and look at my work from then and I have to cringe a little.  But, what fun to see them grow up, and encouraging to see how my photography has progressed.

Life is about change, I guess.  And what better way to experience the changes of life than side by side with your Best Friend and Brother.

And let's not forget Grandpa's fabulous John Deere.  Life with a John Deere is always better.

Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice... (Colfax Family Photographer)

It's Always Fun at Happy's House

See these sweet boys here?

Aren't they sweet?  Three brothers, just starting life out together.  Brothers have a special bond.

Do you know what they call their Grandmother?


Happy.

I think that is the sweetest name for Grandmother I've ever heard.

In 20 years (give or take) I may have to copy cat that idea.

And yes, it is always fun at Happy's house.  She has a treehouse, chickens with eggs to collect, vintage toys galore, open spaces to run, spooky woods to explore, deep dirt to dig and yummy food to eat. 

When I grow up and become a Grandmother, I want to make my house like Happy's. 

A Favorite Place (Colfax WA Family Photographer)

Do you have a favorite place?

A park that your little ones love?  A family ranch?  A river where you spend your summer days?

Call me and we can do a photo session there.  It can be as formal or casual as you'd like.  I'm easy that way ;) 

My friend and her family have enjoyed this lovely State park for years, and now they have some lovely portraits to document their love.... for the great outdoors, for Klemgard Park, and for each other.

 And who says the classic 'kiss' shot is just for engaged couples!?

Now THAT'S a Family! (Colfax WA Family Photographer)