We wrapped up this session by heading down to the water to grab a few more shots for their baby-moon keepsake collection. I’m so grateful I was able to work with these two love birds, and know their little baby bird is one of the lucky ones…

While we were in the book store, the shopkeeper told us he has a place out back that would be good for photos…so we followed him out back and sure enough! He was right! Even though it was a little strange getting there through the back door ally, once we stepped into the space it […]

We popped into a obliging book shop in Poulsbo to take a few themed shots…Harry Potter fans will really appreciate these ones!  They said that even though they are from different, nay, opposing houses, their love proves that these things can be overcome, transforming obstacles into assets; bringing peace and not strife. (or something like that…it […]

Because Andréanne and Michael were in from out-of-town, we decided the first stop in Poulsbo would be the famous Sluys Bakery!  After all, happy people make for happy pictures–and what makes a body happier than baked goods? 😉  Anyway, it was a fun and yummy pit stop during this session…stay tuned for more images of […]

Andréanne and Michael decided to take advantage of these glorious early days of autumn and get away for a “baby moon”! They stayed at the beautiful Green Cat Guest House in Poulsbo–we took advantage of the lovely grounds before heading into town. Enjoy the magical woods and, of course, all the love…

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It is written that a longing fulfilled is a tree of Life…and so it is. First looks, first touches, first latches, first hold are bursts of life: longing transformed to bonding.  Welcome, little one. You are very welcome here.

There are never words enough for moments like this…

Sometimes you just have to work and wait and work some more. Mama pushed herself with every wave, rested when she needed it, got help when she needed it, and just kept going. It won’t be long now until she see’s her child’s face…a sweet reward for a labor of immense love…

Long, close contractions. Water relief. Working hard, starting transition, while staying monitored is no small feat…but mama rose to the challenge, bravely and beautifully, with the constant help of her husband and both of their mothers…