As I journey into this photography business I am amazed at the families that open their worlds to me.  Trust me to capture their "now."  They don't realize how I soak in their family and see so many beautiful little things that they probably don't see in their everyday.  

They might apologize for the dirty dishes piled by their sink....when to me that pile of dishes means they are busy with a newborn and have their priorities correct.  

I see their kiddos bedrooms unique and loved.  

I see pictures on walls and treasures displayed on shelves.  

I see laundry piles and piles of paper that show life is busy, just like mine.  

Some parents sip a glass of wine or a beer and some have a Dr. Pepper or a cup of coffee, relaxed.  

The nurseries of the first time parents are perfect.  Absolutely.  And I smile in my heart remembering my first son's perfect nursery.  A nursery that then was perfect for our second son and amazingly, our daughter (with a few pink items thrown in).

I see children who are silly and excited and in love with getting to pile on dad's lap for a picture.  

I see their real.

2014 also was the start of my year long photo a day project.  I have loved the challenge so far!  I have told myself to keep picking up my camera to capture my family.  To challenge myself to keep learning by pushing new tricks and skills.  To practice finding great light.  And more! I started off sharing it on my personal Facebook page and then decided to move it to my photography page in fear that I was over posting   But more importantly, I wanted to share a little of me with those people that share so much of themselves with me.  

At the end of the year I will be able to print off my monthly galleries and have our year captured.  Because, all too often I take pictures, I just don't print them.  I am so thankful that my clients allow me into their world.  So here is a glimpse at mine!