Category Archives: Babies & Toddlers

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Introducing Sydney {Then & Now}

September 10, 2008 – 9:00 am

Sydney and her family are very special to me. I first met Sydney in ‘06 and I knew then and there I had met a very special family. Their love for Sydney, and each other, was evident. I felt privileged to have been welcomed into their lives. I’ve since photographed little Sydney on numerous occasions and was honored with the opportunity to photograph their newest daughter Sienna shortly after her arrival…I’ve been included in so many magical moments for this family it seems only natural that their images would be among those to grace the pages of The Big Book of Babies.

Allow me to introduce to you…

Sydney {then} as published in The Big Book of Babies:

While I wish I could say I have more recent {now} photos of Sydney, her family has since moved to North Carolina which has limited our time together some what. To get a little peek of how adorable Sydney is now (and to meet her adorable sister Sienna) you’ll need to pop over to my post featuring their visit back to the sunshine state last Janurary. Beyond that, well, you’ll have to check back to the blog in a few months when they make their way back to Florida for our annual session.

We asked Sydney’s Mom to answer a few questions for the blog, here’s what she had to say…

What is your favorite weekend activity to do with the family?

“I honestly love a day at home with the girls where we can just play together on our own schedule. Having to get out the door with two little ones can sometimes be a stressful task.”

The most requested toy in my house right now is…

“Whatever the baby is playing with! Somehow that item magically becomes very interesting to Sydney as well.”

One thing I hope to never forget is…

“how my girls smell after their bath.”

If there were 25 hours in a day, I would spend that extra hour…

“Playing with Sydney & Sienna of course!”

What I’m most looking forward to in 2008…

“Hopefully working a few things out with my business so I can spend more time with the girls”

(Check out their adorable new children’s clothing line; www.fliggity.com!)

What do you love about lifeXpressions? (Hey, you know you would ask too!)

“I seriously love the creativity and the quality of the pictures - I don’t know what your ’secret’ is but I can’t find anything like it here in Charlotte!”"

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Sneak Peek, Brianna

September 8, 2008 – 3:34 pm

I showcased Brianna’s big brother Dominic earlier so I figured what better time to share a few of his equally adorable little sister. The images below are from our session together last week in honor of Brianna’s 2nd birthday. Hard to believe this big ball of energy fit so perfectly in the palms of her Daddy’s hands not all that long ago. Brianna, you’ve come a long way baby! Isn’t she positively adorable?!

Oh the shot on the left, that’s her pout. *snicker* Well, that was her face about two seconds after her pout. Yeah. She’s pretty darn cute!!

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Introducing Dominic {Then & Now}

September 7, 2008 – 10:05 pm

I find it quite an honor that this family has chosen me to document their most special moments time and time again over the course of the last almost five years now. It’s really no surprise that the editors of The Big Book of Babies decided little Dominic should grace their pages not once, but twice! In this first image little Dominic was only 6 months old and barely able to sit without support. The second image featured in the book shows a very excited and happy little 1 year old during our annual holiday session.

Dominic {then} as published in The Big Book of Babies:

and here is little Dominic {now}:

and one of Dominic with his beautiful Mommy…
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Scrumdiliumpious!

September 4, 2008 – 9:54 pm

Why yes, I do believe I made a new word! But, when you are dealing with cuteness on such a high level there really isn’t a word out there that would do them justice. These two handsome young men belong to a young couple who hold a special place in my heart. I’ve had the honor of photographing this growing family on five separate occasions now and I can say, without hesitation that they are the most genuine, good natured, totally in love people you would ever want to meet! I really truly them.

*snicker* I call this one…”Uh-oh. I didn’t do it.”

Uh huh, what did I tell ya Mom…Daddy has his very own little “Mini Me” :mrgreen:

“Leggo my bubbbbbblesssssss!” :lol:

Oh and Mom, ye of little faith…yes…not one but SEVERAL and you’ll have to wait until tomorrow to see them. Ain’t I a stinker? :twisted: ;)

For those following along…here’s a quick link to their first, second, third, and fourth sessions as posted on the blogity-blog. :cool:

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Munchin’ on Sand on Naples Beach

August 29, 2008 – 1:59 pm

Just going to pop in and post one or two, really quickly. I’m a little backed up and bouncing off walls just thinking of everything I need to do but my computer doesn’t move as quickly as my brain does so instead of crossing things off here I sit, waiting, working, waiting, working, waiting. Oye! I really need to find a way be in two places at once…seriously. It would make life so much easier! ha ha

So, I’m sharing a quick one today, this little guy is Adrian. He recently visited the Naples area for his first birthday. Now obviously he brought the family along with him, but I’ll share more of them later. Mom swears up and down this little guy wasn’t enjoying the beach at all in the days prior to our session. In fact, if I remember correctly there was mention of tears and meltdowns as soon as the toes hit the sand. Well, let’s just say that was NOT the case when I arrived that day. In fact, I’d say this little man thought the sand was de·li·cious! *snicker*

This is one of those shots that when you first look at it you can’t help but to giggle out loud. You know, the kind of giggle that sneaks up on you and makes you snort when you laugh. Yea, that kind of funny!

Ok, just one more because he’s so stinkin’ cute! I need a caption for this one. Something that reads, “Who me? I didn’t eat the sand, honest!”

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A Session at the park with Saylor

August 21, 2008 – 12:44 pm

Saylor has to be one of the most expressive one year olds I’ve seen in a long time! This little angel has the best personality, so happy and easy going. She reminds me of my own daughter with her thin blonde hair, huge blue eyes and that adorable ‘laugh until you scream’ smile. I don’t think I’ll ever forget her newborn session when Mom lifted her up to look into her eyes and little Saylor decided to latch on to her nose! ha ha ha No surprise to see she’s just as much fun at one! She had us giggling at her antics through most of the session. Better watch out Dad, between her beautiful baby blues, that precious pout that melts your heart, and her sparkling personality I think you’re going to have your hands full in a few years! ;)

Okay, it’s seriously hard to pick favorites from this session to share on the blog, I think they’re all my favorites! Yikes. I don’t envy you’re job Mom & Dad. Not my fault your daughter is adorable. Nope. That’s all your doing. ha ha

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Introducing Jack {Then & Now}

August 20, 2008 – 7:00 am

I can say I’ve know Jack since before he was born. ;)

I first met Jack’s Mommy and Daddy a little more than a year ago now for their New Beginnings Session. Their image showcased in The Big Book of Babies was a result of their subsequent newborn session. Jack is a big brother now and just bursting with energy, evidence included below for your viewing pleasure. ;)

We asked Jack’s Mom to answer a few questions for the blog, here’s what she had to say…

What are your child’s favorite books to read?

“Anything with airplanes or boats.”

Where do you shop for women’s clothing, you know, the kind of clothes that make you feel wonderful and don’t scream “teenager” or “mom”?

“Macy’s Dillards, Banana Republic, Saks Off 5th Ave, Puddy ‘n Pearl, and Mollie Montgomery for traditional items”

ha ha ha I think I’ve finally found someone who likes to shop as much as I do. Good taste too, hm, maybe I’ve found a new shopping buddy! ;)

Photographs are important to me because…

“They document memories, windows into our pasts - where we’ve been, who we were with, what we were doing, expressions…”

My favorite little escape from parenting is…

“A night out with my husband - to enjoy a nice dinner and each other over a glass bottle of wine in peace and quiet.”

Do you have any special plans for this summer?

“Going to a Buffett concert for sure!”

What do you love about lifeXpressions? (Hey, you know you would ask too!)

“Your ability to capture the ‘everyday’ shots and turn them into something beautiful that sends sparks to your heart and will be cherished forever! :) THANK YOU!!”

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