"If I knew grandchildren were this much fun, I would have had them first!"

This lucky grandma got hugs and kisses from both sets of her grandkids on this gorgeous sunny evening.  And just to make sure all ran smoothly, the mamas packed a little adult picnic :)  Needless to say, vino or no vino, this happy grandma had plenty to smile about .... how could you not with this adorable group of kiddos fighting for your lap?

"Grandchildren don't stay young forever, which is good because Pop-pops have only so many horsey rides in them. "

I have had the heart warming opportunity to photograph a couple sets of grandparents as of late, and wow.... do grandkids have it good!  This little man wore an Easter suit his grandma gave him; one that matches one worn by his granddad years long past. And he romped all over the park smiling the entire time... his precious personality and the power nap in the car ensured that!  After all was said and done, I don't know who had the most fun that night.... the grandparents, that doted on grandson, or me!

Round 2...

This is my second time working with these adorable kids -- and again, they have had me in stitches with their wonderfully spirited expressions! (Check them out in "the log" in my portfolio and tell me you don't giggle out loud!)  They laugh, stick their tongues out, pout, and do up the brother/sister role in the cutest fashion ever! 

This time around, I was lucky enough to get mom and dad in the photos as well.... and not only would I grant this fun family "best expressions"... but they'd be up there with "most beautiful" too!    

Another graduate steps out into the world....

This senior was awesome to work with -- an athlete, yet graceful and gorgeous.  She's an ice skater, and from what I gather, a really good one.  So we did a series of her in her regular work out gear, with her new skates... shiney blades and all. And I couldn't help being reminded of those Nike ad campaigns that celebrate women and all their glory.

Here's one I found, and for a graduating senior on her way out into the world, it couldn't be more fitting.  Go girl :)

Your heart is beating. This means you are

alive.  Your body is moving.  This means you cannot

be stopped. The world and all its labels are calling to

you. You'd love to answer. But you're moving so fast

you can't hear a thing.

Just do it.

Filling daddy's shoes and stealing his toiletries along the way....

This little man decided he needed a little deodorant before he stepped up for his photograph... oh yeah, and Mom, if you could work that gel in the front a bit?" :)  LOVE IT!

Oh, baby....

The shoot started with the adorable little 8 week old guy below ... but his big brother and sister added another element of fun and adventure!  Both were wonderful hams for the camera, and given their personalities, I can guess why the baby in the family is so smiley :)