From the monthly archives:

August 2011

cherry’s fab five

meet mommy fabulous:)the fab fam.Cherry’s family is the biggest one yet. 5 ppl + lil’ Maggie (the furry member). It’s true what they say…the bigger the family, the bigger the love. JC, Jazzmyn and Jahzara are an amazing trio. JC is a ‘tween’ but his maturity carries him beyond his years. He’s such a chill dude with the biggest heart. Jazzmyn is a young budding artist. She loves dance and using her hands to create masterpieces. Jahzara is a performer. Without any directing, she was twirling, swirling and really working the camera:D

Cherry is one amazing woman and mother. I’m in awe of her unending labour of love. Even having gone through the uphill battles for her health, she manages to press forward and continue to provide all the love and support for her family. Sal ensures the kids are at their best. Most importantly, he makes sure Cherry receives the utmost love and care. Big love lives here.

posted in family,kids on August 30, 2011 | leave a comment

mike + ada = abigail + madeline

Just seconds after I met Abby for the first time, she gave me the biggest smile and an even bigger hug. I knew from that moment on, the rest of the afternoon would be nothing short of amazing:) Abby and her sister Maddy are girls who just wanna have funnNN!! Abby’s smile are accented by her cute lil’ dimples. She loves to entertain and chat up a storm. She’s also a young budding photographer. Her dad sent me a photo she took of me that day–lol! She takes her work seriously. Maddy loves to snack–who can blame her? Her eyes makes the shape of crescent moons when she giggles…aawwww.

Mike and Ada are yet another pair of amazing parents. Mike invests all that he has into his family. Daddy’s girls for sure! Ada’s a super momma. She keeps a watchful eye on her babies while loving them silly. Loved her taste in styling too! Doesn’t hurt to have a little glitz and glam on those shoes:D Famjam at its best:)

posted in family,kids on August 24, 2011 | leave a comment

doing the work…

It’s been quite the wild and amazing journey creating my budding family photography business during these past months. It’s been challenging to find time and reflect upon all that has been happening. I guess that time is now. I’ve been fortunate to work with the most incredible families. Each family has their own special dynamic and are inspiring in the ways they love. They’re all the real deal. Parents who are devoted to giving their all and more for the fam. Kids who are having a blast being kids. I truly feel honored to be capturing their cherished moments.

The 3 words that has kept me moving in this business/craft is well…do.the.work. It’s so easy to get caught up in the millions of thoughts that ‘i’m not good enough’ or ‘he/she is better than me so why bother’. All people who are involved in any art of creating struggle with it. It’s enough to have anybody quit. Nothing gets accomplished. No one becomes inspired. Steven Pressfield’s previous book, ‘The War of Art’ is summed up by the title of his new book ‘Do the Work!’ Actually, I gained more insight than that, but that’s what sticks. Have I read the new book yet? Nope, cuz I’ve been busy practicing the title:P

Summer is coming to an end so that means it’s back to school. Maternity leave is officially done. I’m returning to my current day job of being an elementary school teacher. I do however intend on continuing with my family photography business as well. What will that look like? It will depend on how my teaching and being a mom schedule goes:P The last thing I want to do is quit. Onward we go.

posted in personal on August 22, 2011 | leave a comment

julie + fred = owen + lauren

Owen has the kindest soul. He readily shares about his most precious things and thoughts of life with a big grin on his face. Being a firefighter is one aspiration. It’s hard not to be drawn to those big red trucks! There’s no doubt he’ll have the strength and stamina with the way he eats:P Gotta love Lauren’s bursts of laughter and squeals. She’s gonna be a heart breaker. Good thing big brother Owen will be there to defend and protect his lil’ sis.

Julie has a definite zest for life. She can easily find the good in any challenging situation. Julie does a lot on little sleep. She makes sure to pack each day with fun for the kids and providing enough food for her big eaters, all 3. Fred is amazing with Julie and the kids. Owen and Lauren both have a great dad who will always love and lead. What more can you ask for?

posted in family,kids on August 8, 2011 | leave a comment

sarah elizabeth + ezra

It’s been fun watching these two crazy kids grow up over the years. Sarah is such a young beauty. She’s soft spoken yet with a bright and imaginative mind. Her heart is as pure as can be. Ezra’s all boy. I have memories of him downing whole chicken wings around the time he discovered he can hold onto things:P These two monkeys are not only crazy for McDonald’s nuggets, but they have crazy love for each other. Their soon to be new baby sister will be joining a family of big love.

posted in family,kids on August 3, 2011 | leave a comment