When we pulled up to the location, (one of my favorite spots— Coyote Hills Park in the East Bay), I met them in the parking lot so we could walk up the trail together. Ali immediately gave me the warmest hug ever, and then the two of them immediately started cracking jokes and making me laugh. I knew immediately that these were some awesome girls and we were going to have a great session together.
Read MoreI know so many mamas who have told me about getting caught up in life and routines and the understandable whirlwind of life, and suddenly it's been years and years since they had proper family photos made. Just snapshots. Usually on an iPhone, these days. And even more commonly--and tragically? Mama is never in the photos. She's always the one holding the camera.
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Read MoreOne of my favorite things about being a family photographer is that I get to witness and capture beautiful couples in their new roles as parents. These sweet parents were so obviously dedicated and loving to each other, and seemed so effortless in their role as new parents to this sweet baby boy. Their home was decorated with beautiful photos of their wedding and their adventures, and now, my heart is overflowing with joy as they will be decorating their home with photos of this new stage and journey in their lives.
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