This sweet little family holds a very special place in my heart. Last week, Beth let me know it was time to mark one year of life for their sweet Will, so that’s just what we did! As I walked around the park with them during the session, it occurred to me that I have done more sessions with Beth & Kevin than any other clients since DTRphotography began back in 2012. I’ve had the pleasure of watching them grow from couple ( http://bit.ly/2qmKNeU )... to young expectant parents (http://bit.ly/2pMqhXN )... to anxiously awaiting “Baby E” ( http://bit.ly/2qtmJ9i ). Soon after, I had the honor of capturing this new family of three in their home just two weeks after Will was born! ( http://bit.ly/2qmJdtp ). Then, I captured Will’s sweet smiles as they marked six months with their precious baby boy! ( http://bit.ly/2pkSqDW ) Now, here we are, and I’m almost overwhelmed with just how much these folks mean to me. They’ve trusted me with these once-in-a lifetime moments, and it’s been an incredible journey that I have thoroughly enjoyed. Will is a BEAUTIFUL boy…full of energy…and curiosity…and sweetness (those eyes! Oh, MY!), and he’s got two parents that love him beyond measure. I know because I’ve seen it firsthand every time I’ve watched them together through my lens! Happy Birthday, Will! Much love to you and your Mama and Daddy! :) One of my favorite parts of shooting teenagers is the conversation we share throughout the session. With Seniors, I always ask what their plans are beyond graduation, and, most times, I have a fairly good idea of what their answers will be. This teen, however, totally took me by surprise. You see, Turner Banks is an athlete…and a good one. He’s headed to play college baseball, so I figured his answer to me would be something along those lines. While there’s absolutely nothing wrong with a sports-related field, I was blown away and so sincerely moved when he told me very quickly with deep conviction that he wants to focus on Special Education…that it’s very important to him to be able to help those with special needs. Wow! Steve & Kathy Banks, you’ve raised an impressive young man! Now, I know that you still want to get together again and do a session spotlighting his sports (and we will, Kathy!), but I’m glad this one was focused solely on Turner… the teenager with the beautiful blue eyes, great smile and a heart of gold! Enjoy these last few weeks of high school, Turner! Congrats on reaching this milestone in your life and my very best wishes for what lies beyond your Granite Bowl graduation! I’ve known this gorgeous young woman and her family for a long time, and I simply cannot believe she's about to fly out of her Mama & Daddy's nest! It seems like just yesterday she was that quiet little girl down at the lake! Now look at her....all grown up with an unforgettable personality to match! Lauren, you are a beauty (just like your sweet Mama!), and I am so honored to have been able to be a part of this big milestone. Congratulations and my very best wishes to you and your parents, Candice and Kevin Brown, as you all wrap up this unforgettable “journey to the Granite Bowl!” Much love! ~Dot Caps & Gowns have arrived at our high school, and that means the Class of 2017 is in the final stretch to graduation! I did another fabulous session with this gorgeous ECCHS senior back in the fall (here’s the link if you’d like to see them again: http://dtrphotography.weebly.com/albums--blog/morgan-class-of-2017 ). This time, in addition to the coveted cap & gown, Rifle Season has just wrapped up, and Morgan is the top shooter on her team, so, of course, we had to get a few of her looking down the barrel of her rifle! Most importantly, however, is preserving these memories for her parents, Rock and Laura Evans. Much love and my very best wishes to all of you as you celebrate this family milestone! Morgan, soak up every moment of these last five weeks. Your walk across the Granite Bowl will be here before you know it! :) |
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