As both a mom of four kiddos AND a mom in waiting, I know Mother’s Day can bring a lot of emotions. Joy, anger, grief, jealousy. It’s a lot. It’s overwhelming sometimes. Last year (2022) I took pictures with my four kids hoping (kind of assuming if I’m honest) that we’d have our adopted babes […]
being emmaline
happy 5th birthday emmaline
Emmaline Victoria is 5 years old and I am not one bit surprised that she is. She has acted 5 for months now and, per usual, it’s nice to finally have her at the age she acts like. She is my girly-girl who loves pretty dresses, flowers, being goofy and will bluntly tell you if […]
first day of school – 2022
This year’s back to school vibe did not have a lot of anticipation or preparation behind it like I’ve done in the past. We basically thought of it as “the first day of adding school into our daily routine for the school year.” We did take pictures (because it’s me 😉 ). We started off […]
for the parent whose child doesn’t handle change or new things well
I understand this tension. The frustration. The “why can’t you just…” Our children who don’t handle change or new things smoothly can leave us feeling ill-equipped, conflicted and also annoyed (at our kids and ourselves). Emmaline, who is so incredibly caring, funny, creative and kind is my child who does not handle change or new […]
emmaline’s florals
As we were preparing for our adoption yard sale, the girls chimed in and said they wanted to sell something too. We settled on lemonade for Rylie, cookies for Paisley and flowers for Emmaline (they came up with these ideas themselves btw). The flowers from Emmaline made so much sense honestly. She’s the one that […]
letters to emmaline || 4 years old
my sweet Emmaline, how are you 4 years old? my heart has ached differently leading up to your birthday this year – you were such an amazing 3 year old. but time passes and I am excited for this next season 4 will bring you. you are so tender-hearted. you feel things so deeply (always […]
emmaline’s 4th birthday day
For the first time (if I’m remembering correctly), we had the birthday party on the same day as the actual birthday. I was thankful to have already done a lot of prep beforehand, so Emmaline’s day was still special & focused on her. She woke up surprisingly early and we snuggled on the couch as […]
emmaline’s frozen themed 4th birthday party
Emmaline has been anxiously awaiting her birthday (& party) since the Fall, and “Frozen” was an easy theme choice for her. She’s been a big Anna & Elsa fan for a while now and I was excited to make it happen for her. The party started outside as guests arrived. Nothing beats playground play. I […]
happy 4th birthday emmaline
Emmaline Victoria is FOUR years old!!!! My girly-girl, Frozen obsessed, creative, story-telling, Jesus-loving, quick-witted, tender-hearted Emmaline is FOUR! I absolutely loved capturing Emmaline’s girly, outdoor loving side with this shoot. I hope you enjoy her photos and will join us in celebrating her big today! behind the scenes If you’re little princess wants Emmaline’s dress, […]
emmaline started gymnastics
Since Emmaline could walk, we’ve noticed her ability to balance, tumble (intentionally) and recently, summersault. I kept putting off the idea of gymnastics, but the thought would not leave my brain. An acquaintance of ours owns a gymnastics, cheer and tumbling gym (which also happens to lease a section of their building to the new […]