Baby Emma

I am so excited to be an aunt (the favorite, no less) once again! Emma Allison O'Dell was born to my brother & sister-in-law on April 1st. I was hoping to be there for her birth, but scooted in just seconds after she was born. And from that first moment, she was absolutely one of the most precious babies I have ever met. She is just so sweet and cuddly.

Dana and Keri, I am so happy to be an Aunt to sweet little Emma. She warms my heart and I cannot wait to be a part of her life. As always, thanks for letting me taking 2 million photos of your family! It's my favorite.

Isn't she just so sweet?One of the only ones with Grayson actually looking at me... I guess that's your luck with the 3 year old brother.Now, I know this one of Aidan isn't so sentimental in how he's looking at Emma or anything like that. But, I just love his laugh and this is one of my favorites. I think this was the point where Grayson had hit Uncle Patrick with a pop-bottle on the head.

Uncle Patrick was there to keep things going. I love how much they love him.

And how he participates in doing hair when necessary.

Aren't these shirts the cutest?

Newborn :: Charlotte Lena

Baby Charlotte seems like a celebrity in my life. I've worked with her parents, Joe and Amy, over the course of the last six years at Red Lobster. And to say that this little arrival was highly anticipated is quite the understatement. She's all the buzz at the lob! And I had the great privilege of being one of the very first RL'ers to meet the tiny bundle.

Joe and Amy, I couldn't be more honored to have the opportunity to capture these moments of Charlotte. She is beyond beautiful and I can only imagine the lovely lady she will become with parents like hers. Your love for each other has always been so endearing, and I know that it will only grow greater to encompass this precious gift you've been blessed with. I'm beyond thrilled for you both!

And without further ado:

Newborn :: Ruby Lynn Julie

This is my newest niece Ruby, born on October 20th to my lovely brother and sister-in-law, Carly and Luke. Plus, this is my very first newborn photo shoot. It is was definitely a challenge. Aren't newborns supposed to sleep all the time? Ruby decided to wake up when I came over this time (the price I pay for being her favorite.) But there's no way I could be mad, I mean, look at that face!

I may be slightly partial, but I loves these! I hope you enjoy them, too!