Michigan child photographer

Be who you are and say what you want, for those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind!

That quote pretty much sums up this GREAT family!  I grew up with Kelli and Chip and nothing is better than getting to know them all over again as an adult.  Kelli is one (and I usually do not swear on my blog) helluva kick a$$ yoga instructor and Chip a laid back wonderful man that has come a long way from high school.  Sorry Chip….hated you then (wink)….then again you might have hated me also.  Thank you for allowing me to photography the family.  Chaz and max have soooo much personality….even more after a vanilla latte. lol  Enjoy the sneak peek!

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HAVE HOPE….BE STRONG….LAUGH LOUD AND PLAY IN THE MOMENT.

SMILE BIG…REMEMBER YOU ARE LOVED…AND NEVER…NEVER…GIVE UP!!!!!

…Another wonderful family!  I love this time of year in the studio.  I am able to catch up on all my clients from the past and also able to meet so many new wonderful families.  These two siblings were so much fun to photograph.  Full of personality and smiles.  Enjoy the sneak peek.

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“The love of the family is life’s greatest blessing.”

A wonderful shoot with a wonderful family.  Mom is also a fabulous teacher ….Saline teachers are the best!  Enjoy the sneak peek…

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“Being happy doesn’t mean that everything is perfect.  It means that you’ve decided to look beyond the imperfections.”

I was talking with a dear friend last night about life and that no matter how bad we think it is….it’s relative…it could be worse!  Here I sit…I am behind on edits, my car is having major issues, my garage floods with every rain, I am recovering from a broken heart, my dog has fleas, I miss my kids and I shake my head wondering why some people make the choices they make in life.  Saying that I stand back and realize how many blessings I do have….the laughter with friends, watching my boys create weapons out of legos, dancing with my daughter, fighting for what I believe in and NEVER giving up in the belief that there are more good than bad people in the world.

When I stand behind my camera the broken heart, the fleas, the car repairs…etc….fade away.  I can honestly say that photographing all my wonderful clients places things into perspective.  THANK YOU……and I may be behind on edits…and orders…and phone calls….but I am catching up!

Enjoy the photos….a mix of moments behind my camera.

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“The most important thing in life is to learn how to give out love, and to let it come in.” - Morrie Schwartz

I have had the joy of photographing this beautiful family before.  Such beautiful children and personalties that would light up any room!  I cannot belive how quickly baby I. has grown up.

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Here she is today:

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“Laugh as much as you breathe and love as long as you live.”

Nothing warms a heart more than seeing a child burst into true laughter. One of the MANY joys of my work.  Watching children and babies smile and laugh.  What a wonderful family to work with.  It was such a pleasure meeting you!!!  Enjoy the blog photos!

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“A sister is one who reaches for your hand and touches your heart. ”

Having a sister is one of the greatest gifts one can have!  What a joy for me to have two sets of sisters in the same day.  When I edited their photos I thought of their moms.  One looking at the older girls saying….one day they will be that old?  The other mom thinking….where did the time go?  I remember like it was yesterday dolls, dancing together and sharing secrets.  When young our sisters can at times be our enemies….as we grow older it’s the strongest relationship one can have.

For my sister…who I hold dear to my heart and love.  Thanks Lorenda for always being there for me.

An older sister is a friend and defender - a listener, conspirator, a counsellor and a sharer of delights.  And sorrows too.  ~Pam Brown

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If you carry your childhood with you, you never become older.  ~Tom Stoppard

I have had so many clients ask me how I keep my patience with the adorable children I photograph.  Bouncing, running, laughing, crying and testing the limits.  It’s easy…I am a kid at heart!  To see the smiles, to hear the laughter and to know in my heart that every child is full of innocent love gives me hope that the world will be a better place.  Remember to smile…hug your kids, blow bubbles, let them eat cake for breakfast.  Who knows…..maybe you’ll find that kid in your heart again.

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“Children are the hands by which we take hold of heaven.” -  Henry Ward Beecher

Such a beautiful girl!  Full of life and joy!  M. you know how to work it and as always I have a ton of photos to edit of you!  Not only is she a wonderful little girl but she has two of the best parents around.

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A brother is a friend given by Nature.  ~Jean Baptiste Legouve

Congrats to B. and N.  S. is just as adorable as his big sister.  I love working with you…and S. is so funny!  So full of spunk and happiness!!!!!