Yesterday was my oldest’s birthday.  My little Emma turned a big 7 and she’s so excited about it.  Her birthday has become quite the topic of conversation around the house… for the last few months.  Really I’d say since Christmas.    The countdown has been endless – calendars marked (yes, more than 1) to show the occasion and the excitement has been escalating.  For her “big” gift we went for something that she’s wanted for years now – a classic, “Just like Me” American Girl doll.  We made her wait until she had blown out her birthday candles to open the box and the result was priceless.  I think we picked the right gift for our new big girl.    A doll, but not a baby doll.  For my big girl… who’s not quite a big girl yet.  Even if she thinks she is. 

So last weekend I volunteered to be a photographer for the first annual Passport to Power event for Girls in the Know.  Girls in the Know is a great non-profit organization which focuses on empowering pre-teen girls (and their mothers!) and to promote a healthy communication between them so that the girls will grow and make healthy choices for themselve as they grown into adulthood.  If you’d like to learn more about the organization check out their website! 

www.girlsintheknow.org

So the other day I was at my Mom’s house and my little sister wanted a few pictures for fun.  And since today just happens to be her 13th birthday, I figure this would be a perfect opportunity to show off her new teenage charm.    Happy Birthday!!!

This weekend I was had the chance to hold a photo shoot with the Frank family.  I’ve been wanting to get some photos of this great family since their youngest – twins!!! – were born just a year ago.  Talk about a fun and active family!  4 kids ages 3 and under and look at those smiles!!  Could you ask for a happier family??   What more can be said.  Thanks to the Frank family for a great Saturday!

So I’ve returned to the Rickey family household to get some more picks of this very, very handsome little man.  How can you not smile with those dimples and adorable little hat???  Too, too cute!  Thanks again to the Rickey family for a great morning!

This weekend was a great session!  It’s been years since I’ve been to Art Hill and somehow the fountain there seemed soo much bigger than I remembered it.  And – notice this wonderful little lady’s skirt.  Yep.  It’s another peticoat.  How adorable!!!  Thanks McGinnis family for a wonderful evening!!