MichaelAnn's Newborn Session | Social Circle, Ga.

Isn’t she so perfect, with the cutest little noggin! I just love her profile.

I’ve known Liz, MichaelAnn and Ella’s mom, for about two years now from church and our weekly bible studies over those years and all of the events we do together. I remember, before Ella started school, she would always come to bible study in the mornings with her mom. As soon as they walked through the door, Ella would belt out in her sweet, tiny but big voice, “Hello! I’m here!!” No matter what we were all doing and no matter how invested we were in conversation with one another, we all would turn to Ella and give that sweet baby the warm welcome she commanded from our massive study group. She is so very precious! And, such a sweet big sister, too!

I asked Liz how they came up with MK’s unique name. Michael is her husband, Austin and his dad’s middle name, Ann is Liz’s middle name and Kelli is Liz’s dad’s name. It’s a beautiful mixture of their loved one’s names.

That last photo! Oh, MK is the snuggliest baby girl! While I was rocking her to sleep, Liz snagged that photo of me loving on MK. Thank you Liz! I am so grateful to get to capture moments like these for my close friends!

Harrison's Family Newborn Session | Social Circle, Ga.

These babies are SO perfect and it’s been the best day evah! My great niece and nephew, HattieMae and Harrison - I am completely in love with them and was so very excited to have their family over to break in my brand new studio space! My niece, Haley, even came over and shot with me for the first time! She is learning the art of photography and it’s been so much fun reconnecting with her!

Harrison was born the day before Thanksgiving! Not what his momma and daddy, Jason and Shanna, had planned! But, what a beautiful surprise and just one more blessing to be thankful for at such a special holiday. One month later and we finally got to do his “newborn” session. Oh gosh. I felt so terrible not getting to do his session sooner. Most newborn sessions are done with the first two weeks of their new life. However, throughout the course of those three weeks someone in my family has been sick or recovering from sickness. Everyone but me! Somehow I was able to completely miss all the sickness - thank you Lord! So finally, here we are after Christmas and now he’s 10lbs 9 ounces!!! He’s such a big boy! And once we finally got him good and milk drunk, Harrison sleep right through his “newborn” session like a champ!!

Now let’s throw is back 22 years! When Trey and I were dating, I remember on Halloween evening, while I was dressed up like an angel and Trey was dressed up like a devil - red face paint and all!, Trey’s sister, Shalayne, came home from the hospital with Jason and that was the day I held him for the very first time. He slept in my arms while we sat on their couch and we loved on him. Now, I’m holding and loving on his babies! Life is so beautiful!

Declan Fox | Newborn Session

Hello Declan!!

Shauna and Patrick are past a bride and groom of mine. I photographed their spectacular wedding day (view it here) back in November of 2019 at Christ Our King and Savior Church in Greensboro, Georgia. And, now, here we are!! They welcomed their first baby boy, Declan Fox, on April 19, 2021. He weighed 9lbs and 6oz and was 21.5” long. Such a big boy! He spent some time in the NICU but, came home healthy and strong!

I’m so happy for you and Patrick! This morning, just before I began writing your blog post, I read my daily devotion in Jesus Calling Family Devotional. It read,
”I am the Risen One who shines upon you always. You worship a living Deity, not some idolatrous, man-made image. Your relationship with Me is meant to be vibrant and challenging as I invade more and more areas of your life. Do not fear change, for I am making you a new creation, with old things passing away and new things continually on the horizon. When you cling to old ways and sameness, you resist My work within you. I want you to embrace all that I am doing in your life, finding your security in ME alone.
It is easy to make an idol of routine, finding security within the boundaries you build around your life. Although each day contains twenty-four hours, every single one presents a unique set of circumstances. Don’t try to force-fit today into yesterday’s mold. Instead, ask Me to open your eyes so you can find all I have prepared for you in this precious day of life”

This just made me think of what it was like for me when I became a momma to RyAnne, our first baby. Unfortunately, I resisted the change. Even though I knew it was coming when she got here, I had NO idea the challenge it would be, nor did I know how close it would bring me to my Father. That’s the silver lining! Everyday I had to let go of my old life and accept and love my new life as her mommy. I had to let go of the idea of a schedule and just ebb and flow with her. I found myself constantly giving my schedule over to God and allowing Him to use it for His glory. It wasn’t easy but, God was still shining on me and blessing me through the challenges. I had to give myself AND my husband, Trey, so much grace. And then, once we thought we had it all down pat, we had another baby and then another baby! HA! We found ourselves giving alllllll those struggles and worries to Jesus, over and over again and praising Him for His incredible blessings!

Bella Ray | Social Circle, Ga Newborn Session

Miss Bella Ray, you are just so perfect!! It’s an honor to get to hold (and photograph) a tiny baby this brand new to the world! Bella Ray was born on Tuesday, October 27, 2020 and weighing 6lbs. 5 oz.

Thank you so much for allowing me to capture these precious moments for your family!!

Arlee Rose | Social Circle Newborn Session

We have come full circle!!! I’m so blessed to get to see all the greatest moments in a family’s life! From Ashley and Aaron’s engagement session to their wedding and several fun sessions in between. Next stop, we found ourselves sitting in my living room surrounding this beautiful doll baby, Arlee Rose! She was the perfect little model and I just loved holding her in between poses.

Thank you so much Ashley and Aaron for allowing me to be a part your life’s biggest moments! It’s an honor!