Joy in Togetherness

It's been a busy week doing sessions for families facing an upcoming overseas military deployment. 

These families inspire me. I love their optimism and enthusiasm and their ability to laugh and find joy in the face of adversity...all kinds of adversity.

It is clear that there is joy in togetherness and strength found in love-filled laughter.

It's Personal

Every family is different. To say that preparing for a deployment is stressful would be a gross understatement, no matter what the circumstances. 

I'm glad when even a few moments can be stolen from busy schedules to create and capture memories to take along when it comes time to part ways for a time.

My thoughts and prayers are always with these generous families who give so much of themselves for us.

Sweet are the Moments

It was a privilege for me to photograph this wonderful family as they prepare for a military deployment. It's a tender time for them. Their moments together are precious.

Their laughter was delightful.

I hope that the images we created will help them bridge the distance in the coming months. How grateful I am for their sacrifice.

Springtime...and the Shootin' is Easy

It's spring. The days are getting longer, the sun feels a little warmer and everything is greening up nicely. It makes doing a family photo session a lot easier... and it doesn't hurt at all to have such a cute family as this for my subjects.