Summer Bliss ~ Durham Region Family Photographer

I hope that everyone has been enjoying their summer :). I can not believe that in less then two weeks, school will begin and our busy fall schedule starts up once again. Not that we haven't been busy this summer, because it has been by far the busiest one I can recall in years. Two little ones and no naps in sight have been keeping me on my toes and this year we have been keeping up with them in terms of day trips, camping, etc. to keep them entertained and curious about our world. Alas, this month has taken a toll on me with a summer cold and uncertain bug bites from our outdoor adventures, but I am overall, very pleased with how this summer turned out as of yet.

Below are some pics from our day trip to Center Ville on Center Island in Toronto a couple of weeks ago. I haven't been to Center Island since I was little and love all that it has to offer, especially for our girls at their age. I lived downtown Toronto for a year, many years ago and loved taking the ferry to the islands on the weekends in the spring, summer and fall months to escape the concreteness of our city. It was so nice to have that little oasis so close to the city. We loved it so much, we plan to go again next week, while it is still open.

We were greeted by beautiful gardens that attracted gorgeous monarch butterflies, a sure sign that fall is close by.





Both girls really enjoyed a rest by the water while daddy waited in line for tickets to the rides.


A deep stair down with a mallard duck.



This brave little goose towered over Madison and was getting quite aggressive with her that I had to have some words with it to persuade it to leave her alone.


One of the many vintage rides at Center Ville.






What a gorgeous city view!

XOXO

From this day forward we walk arm in arm, hand in hand, seeing the world together.
Sharing the experience of life through each others eyes.
Comforting each other, supporting each other.
Loving each other.

From this day forward we live, life, happiness and sadness.
The ebbs and flows of everyday living.
From this day forward we strive to be together through thick and thin,
to honor each other, and to work together as a family.
To raise each other up and let each other be our own person.

Life is different with children but having these little blessings has brought out the best in each other that I could not imagine any other way of living. They have created a purpose driven life where I want to paint the world a better place and help raise our little ones to do the same and hopefully make a difference somehow. I love this journey with you, my husband, my love. I love that I want to talk to you every day while you are away from home, even though I know you will be back that evening. I love that I miss you when you are gone, even if you are just out running errands. I love that I know you feel the same. You are a great father to our children and a wonderful husband.

Here is to 6 wonderful years of marriage and to our future together from this day forward.

I love you. xoxoxoxoxox

Sweet Baby ~ Durham Region Baby Photographer

I had the privilege of meeting this gorgeous 13 day old baby girl on the weekend. She was a dream to photograph and barely made a peep when she was here. Congratulations go out to the happy family!!

Below she is wearing a hand knit hat made by the local talented hands of Crazy Baby Accessories. It looks so adorable on this little sweet heart. The colour combination of pink and brown is a favorite of mine.




She looks so peaceful in this shot below. A true princess!

Baby Girl ~ Durham Region Newborn Baby Photographer

Golden slumbers fill your eyes
Smiles awake you when you rise
Sleep pretty darling do not cry
And I will sing a lullaby...
The Beattles

Here is a small glimpse into Saturday's newborn session with this beautiful 13 day old baby girl.

I couldn't wait to get a photo up

and will have more to share soon! 



Happy Monday everyone!!!

Baby Girl ~ Durham Region Newborn Baby Photographer

Babies are truly a blessing in this world full of such contrasts in beauty and chaos. They are full of hope and promise for a better tomorrow in their learning and guidance we give them. I love photographing them in this tender moment in their life where a true glimpse of innocence and radiance emanates from their very being in this world. Their soft little cries for want of warmth, cuddles, love, comfort and food are priceless to hear. Their peaceful slumber is enviable and so heartwarming.

Despite being so bright eyed for most of her session, this sweet baby girl from Sunday's session gave out to the land of nod as soon as she was wrapped warmly in my green cocoon and we headed outdoors. The heat wave helped as well as it was hotter outside then in my little space, even with a space heater. Note to self, just open side door in this weather to heat up the room ;). Here are a few of my favorites from the session. To the very happy parents, I can't wait to show you more!!

I just had to share this image below. This is how small she really is. Most of my photos of her depict a larger baby as I have photographed her close up to capture all her wonderful details. She in reality is very petite, weighing a little over 6 lbs. xoxoxo I can't wait to see her again!!