We were standing near the foosball table at Silvercliff Ranch in Colorado. I remember all of us girls standing a bit away from all of those boys. The ones that were click-clacking the little plastic "men" around and trying to one up each other. There was lots of giggling and staring and pointing. Who were these strange beings and why did they like playing foosball? We all stood around, us girls in our camp t-shirts and colored wind shorts, the boys in their Air Jordan's and Girbaud jeans. They were loud, we were giggly. Each trying to get each other's attention. High school.
That was when I first noticed Eric and Tricia noticing each other. I didn't go to their high school but we were all in the same youth group and when I heard whispers like "Eric and Tricia are going together" I knew they were perfect for each other. Both sweet and quiet. Their last names were even alphabetical.
Now they have a little family and are still very sweet. Their eyes still twinkle when they look at one another and that makes me very happy.
This session was many things. Family photos for Christmas cards, newborn photos for baby announcements. Two precious little girls? Oh!
And even though the majority of the session would be about the newest little bundle of joy. I had to get Miss L all by herself.
With the family pics over and Miss L and daddy off to McDonald's, Mama and I got to focus on sweet baby M.
I love baby lips.
We had fun playing dress up with different hair doo-dads.
And then it was time for a break to eat and cuddle. This little guy gal had been a faithful assistant throughout the morning. I had to get a pic.
Don't you just want to snuggle her?
Sweet little girl, all tucked in.
I love newborn shoots. It's such an honor to be trusted with someone else's tiny treasure. The sessions are quieter and a bit slower than others. They are calm (hopefully!) and warm. Mom and I talk and laugh. I remember my own babies and those precious first days. Days of cuddling, wonder, joy and newfound love. What could be better?
We had so much fun taking these pictures and the results are amazing! Thank you Bethany for capturing these moments when Madelyn was only 10 days old! What a treasure!
Posted by: Tricia Wilkie | January 26, 2011 at 12:03 PM
Oh Bethany, what a beautiful photo.s. The one's with the baby are just so adorable.
I love your blog.
Posted by: Heidi | January 26, 2011 at 12:03 PM
I love the fond memories ... and the pictures! Absolutely gorgeous family.
Posted by: Rene | January 26, 2011 at 02:01 PM
Love the Pictures!!!
Posted by: Mindy Hawkins | January 26, 2011 at 04:25 PM
Those are absolutely beautiful photos. and it was so nice of you to let the delivery man be in one as well.
Posted by: Casey | January 26, 2011 at 04:26 PM
Amazing Pictures! Lauren and Madelynn look beautiful!
Posted by: Stephanie smith | January 26, 2011 at 04:26 PM
These pictures are absolutely fabulous or Tricia and her family.
Posted by: Sara | January 26, 2011 at 04:29 PM
Beautiful pictures and beautiful family!! Tricia, your girls are adorable! We decided that you all looked like a "first family" in your Christmas card pic! ;)
Posted by: courtney e. | January 26, 2011 at 04:31 PM
Beautiful work!! I love the basket pictures!
Posted by: Kalley Sadler | January 26, 2011 at 04:31 PM
What wonderful pictures!! Tricia doesn't even look tired.
Posted by: Amanda Kelleher | January 26, 2011 at 04:39 PM
I wanna kiss that baby face!!! FABULOUS pics!
Posted by: Charee Godwin-Smith | January 26, 2011 at 04:43 PM
Amazing work! Tiny baby feet in the basket---LOVE IT!
Posted by: Jamie Graham | January 26, 2011 at 04:43 PM
With miles between me & my dear old friends, the (beautiful!) photos are such a great way to stay connected. It's almost as though I have gotten to hold sweet Madelyn and play with Lauren! Miss them all like crazy!
Posted by: Meredith Kunkle | January 26, 2011 at 04:49 PM
These pictures are amazing. I absolutely love the pictures of Madelyn in the basket and Lauren's pictures are beautiful and perfect. I have to agree with the Edwards comment... you guys definitely could be a "first family." Ha! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: melanie paul | January 26, 2011 at 04:54 PM
The pictures of my precious granddaughters will be treasured forever. They are both so beautiful and are loved so much by their Grandpa. Thank you so much for capturing their beauty and innocence. I am also very proud of my Wonderful Daughter in Law and my Son.
Posted by: Jerry Wilkie | January 26, 2011 at 05:10 PM
So beautiful!!!
Posted by: Jenny Kirkland | January 26, 2011 at 05:12 PM
Love the pictures! They are truly amazing!
Posted by: Libby Bunn | January 26, 2011 at 05:24 PM
Such beautiful pictures!
Posted by: Laura Gadberry | January 26, 2011 at 05:25 PM
Gorgeous, of course!! Bethany you did an outstanding job. Lauren you did too. Beautiful family.
Can you work your magic on my 9 year old son?
Posted by: Monica Terrell | January 26, 2011 at 05:31 PM
What great pictures. You even managed to make Eric look somewhat straight!!
Posted by: Cody Rogers | January 26, 2011 at 06:19 PM
Truly gorgeous photographs of a beautiful family!
Posted by: Jennifer | January 26, 2011 at 06:37 PM
In a word - beautiful. Beautiful big sister. Beautiful baby. Beautiful family. I just wish Bethany was in Dallas. :)
Posted by: stephanie wehner | January 26, 2011 at 06:38 PM
Love these!! They are just beautiful!!
Posted by: Alisha Cato | January 26, 2011 at 07:41 PM
Gorgeous! Very proud to be the great Aunt! Bethany, you have fabulous talent.
Posted by: Lisa Magee | January 26, 2011 at 08:21 PM
Great Pictures and a Great Story. I love happy endings....
Posted by: Randi | January 26, 2011 at 08:34 PM