You are home from the hospital and settling into your new normal with your sweet baby. First of all, I applaud you for thinking ahead and scheduling newborn photos. I have no doubt that these will be some of your most cherished photos. Here are a few tips to help you easily prepare for your […]

Family photography is SO worth it! We all have valid reasons why we don’t schedule family photo sessions. I recently reached out to my newsletter list and asked the question, “what is the main reason you don’t book family photos?” The responses didn’t surprise me at all. Most responses were along the lines of cost,  […]

I’ve tried many chicken noodle recipes and always come back to my momma’s or as the kids would say, Gram Gram’s Chicken Noodle Soup. It’s one of those recipes that is just so comforting, yummy and for an added bonus, it’s good for you! She has been making this soup in her huge silver pot […]

I love to eat and I love sharing recipes that we enjoy in our home. My hope is share weekly, so please check back often. First up, Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats. Steel Cut Oats are a staple in our pantry and when we get low I always add more to our grocery list, just […]

With four kids comes a lot of responsibilities. My to-do list, like most, is never-ending.  However, even though there is always something I could be doing, I know carving out one on one time with each kid should be at the top of my list.  What is more important that maintaining good and healthy relationships […]

It’s been 8 months and 2 days since we welcomed our 4th baby, Everett Eli, into our family.  Looking at his newborn photos today has brought back such sweet memories.  He has been a perfect addition.  These last 8 months I have spent my time enjoying this little baby and the time with my family. […]

I feel pretty lucky that I get to be home with my kids everyday…but I’ll admit it, I’m not always that fun.  It’s can be hard with all the to-dos to be fun all the time.  Tim is definitely the “fun” parent.  Today I decided take advantage of all the rain and gloom and live […]

I love trying new recipes but the sometimes you just need to stick with one that is just too good to venture away from.  Anyone that knows my mom, also known as Gram Gram, knows her sugar cookies.  They are just so good.  Seriously!  They are made with very few ingredients and just so yummy. […]

Every time I get a call from Charlie’s mom about taking his photos, I’m always so thrilled. I love getting the chance to get to know this little guy better year after year. At his session his mom and I were chatting about how important it is to document who they are at that moment. […]

Today is an interesting day for me.  It marks 6 years since I lost a huge piece of my heart.  My dad left this world 6 years ago.  As I type that I still can’t really believe it.  Grief is a weird emotion.  It shows up when it wants, shows no mercy, but then leaves […]