Crazysocks Shop Crochet {Sanger, CA. Model Session for Custom Made Crochet Hats}

I first came upon this artist when I had two more weeks till I was due with my youngest child. I had been planning his newborn photo session for a while before that and had been searching for just the right little hats for his first pictures. I was fairly new to the website etsy.com but had heard that was a great place to find wonderful handmade items. This is where I first crossed paths with Danyel from Crazysocks Crochet Shop. Her beautifully handmade crochet hats combined with her quick and very friendly email replies back to me had me "hooked" and I have been ordering from her ever since! I highly recommend her for any special hat you'd like custom made! She does a wonderful job! Also, though learning to crochet is definatly something on my bucket list but is something I have yet to try, she also sells crochet patterns to those of you who are knowledgable in the art of crochet too! Check out her shop!

The Adult Natalie Hat (can be made for children too)






This is the Adult Ann Hat (can be made for little ones too)




This is the Adult Angie Hat (also can be made for little ones too)




This is the Adult Bear Ear Beanie...just as adorable on the adults has it is on the kiddos!!




Special Thanks to Natalie for modeling her wonderful hats she had custom made for herself by Crazysocks Crochet Shop!!

Hug O' War {Sanger, CA. Fall Family Portraits}

My life is surrounded by boys! I literally am the only girl in my house...yes even the pets are boys! And even though I love ALL of my boys in my life, it was nice to take a morning and hang out with the girls. These lovely little ladies and their mama did such a great job and smiled for pictures even though one little lady had the sniffles and the other little gal got a tad chilly in the cold weather from time to time. But we figured out ways to warm up with running, jumping, and yes playing "hug o' war". Thanks ladies for spending the morning with me. Here are just a few to enjoy! ~Hugs to you!

Everytime I see this first shot I think of the wonderful poem "Hug O' War", by the late Shel Silverstein:

I will not play at tug o' war.
I'd rather play at hug o' war,
Where everyone hugs
Instead of tugs,
Where everyone giggles
And rolls on the rug,
Where everyone kisses,
And everyone grins,
And everyone cuddles,
And everyone wins.

Happy Birthday!! {Sanger, CA. Baptism Portraits}

I was honored to have the opportunity to take this pretty little lady's baptism portraits. What a joy she is and I know that her wonderful parents and family are so proud of her decision. Congratulations again and we all look forward to your continued accomplishments!

A House Full of Love and Laughter {Fresno, CA. Fall Family Portraits}

As I get older, I am so lucky to be in a time of my life that allows me to be amongst peers that I admire. These wonderful parents are a prime example of that! As I spent the afternoon with them and their loving family, I was able to witness a glimpse of what a great life they provide for their children! Their afternoon session was spent with lots of laughs, silliness, and much love for eachother... perfect ingredients to a wonderful home. Thanks for allowing me to capture your family portrait this year guys! Here is your preview! ~Enjoy!

















And this should be a testament to this wonderful family's teamwork. This young lady made everyone work for her smile and it took the teamwork of the whole family to finally get her to show me that beautiful smile of hers!! YAY!!