First Birthday Portraits: Ella & Mom

When Ella's Mama asked if she could be in a few of Ella's First Birthday Portraits, my heart soared. Let me tell you why. 
1. FACT.  Mom's are never in enough pictures with their kids. They are usually too busy momming, or hiding their imperfections to be IN the pictures with their kids. 
2. What do one-year-olds love more than their parents? NOTHING. Want a happy smile from your child who has just developmentally started to care about strangers vs. familiars? Let them play with their people. 
When you think of your most special portraits from your childhood, do they include your loved ones? 
This portrait session reminded me how important it is to get in front of the camera. I hope it inspires you too!

Oregon Coast Senior Portraits: Bailey

I had SO much fun with Bailey and her family at the coast! I LOVE the beach. I love fun families. Win-Win-(Wind)! I will never get tired of bare feet in the sand or playing at the beach. They are two of the best things in life! :)

Zumba with Bethanie: Glow Stick Zumba Party

This was Instructor Bethanie's last night at her old zumba location. The good news is that you can now find her at her brand new location, Bfit Group Fitness Studio - 1710 Geary Street SE, Albany, Oregon. They have tons of group fitness instructors and all kinds of great classes at different times of the day. My personal favorite is PiYo Strength at 5:20 AM on Monday mornings. It's a great way to start the week, it fits my schedule, and Bethanie has this crazy awesome way of being able to be motivational and pushing you to want to work harder, which I totally need.