Catching up

I am a little bit behind, so may post several blog posts tonight... this being the first since it is the oldest. Because their grandparents were visiting and because we wanted to get a few more shots of the baby, I got to back and photograph this wonderful family that I had photographed just a few weeks before. I had so much fun and really enjoyed hanging out with the girls for a little while and capturing a lot of day to day and ended up getting a few groups shots at the end as well. I love working with kids in comfortable surroundings and love some of the shots captured. Here are a few!

i heart boston

I love living in Boston. (11 months out of the year at least). One of my favorite things about this area is that on any given weekend, there are so many mini vacations to take. This weekend was a perfect example. On Saturday, we hiked to the top of a mountain and ate wild blueberries. They were amazing - a perfect summer treat! Afterwards, dinner and chocolate treats for the little hikers in Cambridge. Sundays are wonderful family days that usually include church, Crane Beach and some wonderful treat from Russell Orchards (this week - cider donuts and fresh black raspberries - mmm). On our way home, there was a game at Fenway, so we decided to just stop and walk around and let the kids feel the excitement of Fenway. All in all, a great weekend and all in our own backyard. I love this place!

Fun Friends

This past week was spent with dear friends from the south - they got a break from summer heat, and we had a week of playdates (and mom dates). It was such a treat! It was also a fun excuse to take pictures. So here are a few from their Boston adventure. We miss you guys already!

In the Will of God...

Such a beautiful name for a sweet little girl. (The Amharic is even more beautiful, but I would not do it justice even in spelling, so I will not try). I caught these sweet moments on a visit to our dear Tagu, who has taken care of and loved my children since they were tiny. These little girls are so blessed to have such amazing, loving parents--and we are so blessed to have their family in our lives.

fun at jamaica pond

I had such a fun time with Maya and Cherisse this morning. Maya is such an explorer and has a lot to say about life. She definitely has her mom's awesome fashion sense and I love her pigtails and dimples!