the wetterlings: family.

Four years strong. That's how long I've been photographing the Wetterlings. Every year I get so excited to spend time with them because inevitably we laugh the whole time, Jake smiles on command, Finn provides comic relief, Trish wears the best outfits (she's one of my go to's for fashion advice), and Trevor is the ideal go with the flow dad/dog trainer (Gus the dog made a guest appearance in this year's photos, and it was extremely entertaining to watch a dog of his size try to squeeze his way onto the couch). 

I say this all the time, but a family who invites me back year after year is the greatest honor. I walked into the Wetterlings house this year and saw photos I'd taken of them printed and lining the walls, and few things are more satisfying than that. 

Thank you again Wetterlings (affectionately nicknamed the Weirdlings) for everything. Can't wait to see where year five takes us. 

“We are all a little weird and life's a little weird, and when we find someone whose weirdness is compatible with ours, we join up with them and fall in mutual weirdness and call it love.” 
― Dr. Seuss

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the wolfs: family.

Last Sunday, I met the Wolf family at Barr Lake as the sun was setting. I wouldn't say the weather was especially warm and the chilly winds reminded us that winter is on the way, but the warmth of the sun kept everyone smiling. 

This family was an absolute pleasure to spend an evening with. The love they share for each other was so evident, and it was my pleasure to get to know them.

Thank you Wolf family for driving all the way from Sterling and allowing me to capture your beautiful family. The pleasure was all mine.

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the gagners: family.

A few years ago, I met Alexxa in a neighborhood coffee shop because of the blog I wrote at faithfully many, many moons ago. We've been able to stay in touch over the years, and now her husband Nick is our family dentist. It's funny how life brings people together.

Nick and Alexxa just welcomed their second daughter Catherine in mid September, and it was wonderful to spend a Friday morning meeting her and admiring her incredible hair. I mean, that mohawk might just be the best thing I've ever seen. Caroline is already a great big sister, sometimes taking her affection as far as licking her little sister's head. She obviously takes her role very seriously. 

Thank you Nick, Alexxa, Caroline, and Catherine for welcoming me into your beautiful home. These days are long, but they are precious. I feel honored that you chose me to capture them for you.

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the walkers: family.

When Jessi first contacted me and told me that she had one year old twins and a two year old, I immediately called her my hero. Oh, and add on to that list a cross country move not too long ago, and you know that this family is something special. Three boys under three is not for the faint of heart, and from what I can tell, Jessi and Jonathan are taking everything in stride, giving their boys a whole lot of love and giving themselves a whole lot of grace. 

After only spending an evening with this family, I already felt like we were good friends. They were so warm and kind, and their boys are adorable, so the time flew by. Before I knew it, the sun was setting, and everyone at the playground was closing up shop. What a beautiful evening we had together.

Thank you Walkers for reaching out and trusting me to take photos of your perfect family. Can't wait for our next session in a few months! You guys are the very best. 

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