The C Triplets Dedication, Dallas Family Photographer

Last Sunday morning, the C family gathered at Irving Bible Church to have their little ones dedicated. It was a sweet morning with relatives galore. It's hard to believe these three are almost a year old! I loved getting to capture a few shots of the dedication taking place and a few more after the service. The babies were starting to get tired when we wrapped up, so I'm excited that I'll get to see them again very soon to do some one-year photos.  In the meantime, here's a little sneak peek of their dedication images...

And who can resist a pint-sized crawler in a tutu?!?

Claire is 2! Dallas Children's Photographer

The days when I get to photograph little ones who I've been photographing since they were born put the biggest smile on my face. Watching a newborn grow into a pudgy baby who becomes a tenative walker turned full-on toddler is exactly why I love what I do. Life moves at such a fast pace, and passing moments equal stacks of photographs that document a child becoming who she was made to be. Claire is a firecracker, full of curiousity and light, ready to take life by the horns and leave a beautifully lasting mark on the world.  Happy birthday, little miss! I love seeing you grow.

A 6th Birthday Princess Tea Party Meets Fashion Show Celebration, Dallas Children's Photographer

Six important observations about celebrating the 6th birthday of this very little lady who is much loved by me and my family.

1. Costumes are essential. Have princess dresses and accessories ready to go.

2. The birthday girl's wardrobe changes emphasize her flair for all things fashion and fabulous.

3. Friends who know how to bring laughter, dance moves and general silliness totally make the party.

4. The birthday girl really is growing up, and it must be accepeted and celebrated. (And yes, she was the cutest, sweetest baby any of us ever knew. Seriously.)

5. Tea! And Cake! (Plus maybe, just maybe adult beverages for the grown-ups)! And waiting to open presents till after the guests leave... these things make a party go oh-so-smoothly.

6. The birthday girl enjoyed the trappings of her birthday party, but really, what every kid wants more than stuff is to be celebrated, affirmed and called out. She wants to be loved. I think this little birthday shindig communicated just that to one very loved little lady. I'm so grateful to have been a part of it.

So Alive! Dallas Family Photographer

This beautiful family will welcome their newest member in a few short weeks, so we got together to capture a few images as a family of three. Miss S is not quite two, and she is full of life and laughter, joy and independence. We had some unseasonably warm sunny weather, which was perfect for celebrating life as it is now. I can't wait to see them again to welcome their sweet baby boy. This sneak peek makes me smile.

PACC Elite Team Sponsor Day, Dallas Lifestyle Photography

I spent Saturday afternoon with Plano Athletic Cycling Club's Elite Team, visiting a couple of their sponsors, the North Texas Food Bank and Plano Cycling & Fitness. The guys volunteered for a few hours at the food bank before we headed to the bike shop, and it was a great experience. We grabbed a few headshots at the end, but I hope to get some shots of the guys in action later in the year.  You can follow the team on Facebook and on their blog.