Today my baby turns 3 years old. He is the craziest and funniest little dude I know. He is he life of the party and Mr. Adventure. How we have not been to the emegency room yet, is beyond me. I love you little man, I hope you have a wonderful birthday!
Back to one of my favorite little towns to meet two beautiful sisters. There was more a chill in the air with this trip, so yes, Cold Spring was cold. Although the temperature was a bit low, the energy in these girls was high. They were ready for some camera action and really hammed it up for me. Mother nature played a little roll in the shoot with a just of wind came through, blowing through big sisters hair, just a beautiful moment.
Thank you girls for being such great troopers. Mom, your rocked the outfits and Dad, thanks for the coffee!
If you happen to make your way to Cold Spring, be sure to pay tribute to “Jed’s Godzilla”
The leaves are beginning to drop to the ground, but luckily we were still able to capture the beauty of fall this weekend when I met up with little “D” and his family. Normally we end shoots with a snack break, but we began this one with a pear break. A lot of parents like myself struggle with kids who hate to eat, so seeing little “D” man here asking for and enjoying a piece of fruit, was such a beautiful thing. From what I understand, “D” man is a reserve little man around new people, but he was a charmer with me. Such a sweet little thing.
I originally met mommy, a beautiful spirit, a few months back at Waddle n Swaddle where she practices acupuncture. During the last couple weeks of my pregnancy, I made a visit to her office for treatment. I have to tell ya, it was the one thing that helped me sleep.
It was great spending a cool fall morning with you all, it would be great to see you in the summer (wink wink)
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My second “Classic” shoot was with one of my favorite families that I have been photographing for 4 years. I can remember the first phone call I had with mommy back before we did our first shoot. We were both new mommies and having to deal with having to go back to work and leaving our babies behind. Every conversation I have with her, makes me feel like a better person. Every minute I get to spend with this family is just an honor, and this little guy has no idea what he means to me. And although he has yet to say one word to me, I got the biggest hug and smile I could ask for. My heart was just happy the rest of the day. Thank you again Bailey Family, it was a honor. (Mommy, go get your tissues)
Last weekend was the weekend of “Classics.” Both families I photographed, have been with me for the past several years. This little sweetie was one of my very first sessions after my son Kieran was born and I have seen her every year after that. Now that I think about it, I might have to discuss an arranged marriage with one of my boys. She is being raised right after all, not only is she a Dave Matthews fan, but a Red Sox fan as well. Get the contracts!
I went to school in New Haven, and still consider it one of my homes. Although I no longer do what I went to school for, I wouldn’t trade my years there for nothing. While in school I earned my keep by working for Outback Steakhouse in Orange. I met some of the best people and still keep in touch with a lot of them, thanks to the beauty of Facebook. There were a couple of brothers who worked there, who in a sense were like segregate brothers to me, Gavin and Britton Broatch. They were the two oldest of 4 boys, with a sister in the mix too. We had some great times and some great adventures together. Stories that you look back on and just laugh out loud. As time went on, school ended, I moved to New York, the next round of life’s adventures came and we all parted ways.
A couple of days after I got married in 2003, my husband had to break the news to me that Britton had suddenly passed away just days before. I was stunned and deeply saddened, he was only 25 years old. The Broatch boys were avid wiffle ball players and to honor Brittan’s memory, they started the Brittan John Broatch Wiffle Tournament to raise scholarship money for his high school and other charitable needs. Having lost a brother myself, I really admire the strength of this family to make the best out of a sad situation. I am sure Britton is so proud.
Fast forward a couple years and I get an email in my in box. Subject: “A Broatch Wedding.” In the email, Kierran had asked if I was available to shoot his wedding. I immediately wrote back, “Is this Kierran Broatch, as in brother of Gavin??? ” “Yes, of course!” he said. I immediate thought wasn’t, how nice he asked me to shoot his wedding, but Gavin’s little brother is getting married. WOW, I feel old! This email totally aged me. Honestly, I was completely honored that Kierran and Mosey thought enough of me that they would ask me to photograph their special day. I couldn’t have been more excited to work with this family again!
The day itself could have not been more beautiful. There were a couple gusts of wind that were a bit chilly, but the location, color and lighten was just awesome. And I have a fantastic second shooter working with me. Thank you guys again for an amazing day and for having me be a big part of it. Best wishes to you both!
(Look Gav, you made the blog!)
Wedding Venue: Race Brook Country Club
