Children

 by Terri

Wallman Family | {Tacoma Family Photographer}

Ahhh, finally the weather cooperated for an outdoor session for this family and not only was it dry, but we had lot of sunshine…SO happy!!! The Wallman family…Ed, Kerry, Maddy and Max have become friends over the past couple of years as I’ve gotten to know them during their sessions and I really look forward to seeing them each time! It’s so hard to believe that Maddy is 5 1/2 and headed to kindergarten next year and Max…he just turned 2 in April – I remember the day Kerry told me she was expecting him…it doesn’t seem possible that so much time has passed! Maddy and Max…both are such cute kiddos and both have such amazing hair…Maddy…long, wavy brown hair that flows so lovely in the breeze and then there is Max…with his absolutely adorable blond curls…my oh my…such CUTIES!!

I love this photo of Max…such an sweet and innocent little one…who has lots of energy and kept me on my toes! He made me work for his shots and it was SO worth it!!Not much sweeter than a daddy and his kiddos…LOVE!!Max sure loves his MAMA!

I managed to grab a quick couple of shots of mom and dad…which were quick as the kids took off as soon as they realized they weren’t in the photos!! LOLWhat a wonderful family…Maddy and Max sure a lucky to have such great parents who totally adore them! ~ SWING TIME ~YEAH….sunshinePlaytime with daddy!These brown eyes are amazing with Max’s blond curls!

Family foot wear…love their colors…all suited to their personal tastes!!A momma and her babies…you always want to keep them little like this!Make a wish….
So happy we had sunshine and a warm day for your session, Ed and Kerry…you are a delightful family and I hope you enjoy these photos…and know that more are coming your way!

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 by Terri

Jeremiah, Anna & Emma | {Amazing People!}

It’s taken a bit longer than I had hoped, but I’m finally getting a chance to share a session from last month…with a great family, who are not only such wonderful people, but a kick to hang out with! A bit of background…Anna is a good friend of our son’s…and actually her family are close family friends…and I think of Anna as another daughter…so this makes them all pretty special to me!  Jeremiah and Anna live in Germany…and Jeremiah is is the Air Force and stationed at Ramstein.  It’s funny as Anna always said she would live in Puyallup forever…and look at her, not only out of the state, but the country and she’s adapted to a new country and she and Jeremiah and an amazing couple, it’s heartwarming to see the two of them together! Emma is Jeremiah’s daughter and she lives in Georgia with her mom, so it’s not often that she is able to see her dad. This was the first time I’d met Emma and what a doll…she’s not only a beauty (oh my goodness!), but what a character…she has a great sense of humor and yet is very sweet and thoughtful! She and my granddaughter hit it off and quickly became “best friends” in the couple of days they had together…it was very sweet to see! Watching Emma and her dad was touching…despite the LONG distance between them and the infrequent visits they get with one another…there is still a strong connection between the two of them, that brought tears to me a few times during their session… ♥

It’s late as I’m getting ready to post this blog, but in Germany it’s early morning and Anna and Jeremiah will see this and be able to start their week with some great memories of their visit here!

This beauty knocked the session out of the ball park, she was SO much fun to photograph and had some many great expressions, I just couldn’t get enough of her!

LOVE ~ LOVE ~ LOVE this photo!!

Dad sneaking up to surprise Emma…she had no idea…it was quite fun to watch!
See what I mean…this girl is could be a model…she’s gorgeous…LOVE her freckles!!

The relationship between daughter and dad was fun and filled with lots of silliness…and capturing that was a highlight of the session!Ahh…melt my heart!The silly faces…a big part of this session!What an adorable couple…so sweet and so much in love…….Anna and Emma…such fun girls and willing to do just about anything…loved these two together!♥ ♥ ♥Love this one!Giggles…some of the best sounds (and pictures) ever!

Great attitude…she’s got it and wears it well!!We wrapped up the session at the “play set” and couldn’t resist a shot or two playing around…Anna and Jeremiah, you two are such wonderful people and I so enjoyed this session…more than can imagine! And am so glad we worked it into your hectic schedule during your visit…love you both and meeting and getting to know Emma, a definite highlight for me…what a joy she is! Enjoy the photos and I hope it bring back some great memories from you time in the “states!” Until you return…know that you are missed here and yet, you are where you need to be now…and Jeremiah, thank you for your service for our country!!!!!

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 by Terri

Emma SMASHES it! | {Puyallup Baby Photography}

Just over a short year ago, our lives were blessed with the addition of a new granddaughter, Emma Lynn, who although she arrived early, it didn’t dampen our excitement or love that we had for her. Her first month was spent in the hospital, and once she came home, she fit perfectly into the lives of her parents, Sean and Jessalyn. Emma is their first child and let me tell you that these two new parents are amazing and naturals at this parenting thing!! I know that their roles as parenting didn’t start out quite as they expected, but they both stepped up to the task and didn’t bat an eye at what was involved the first month. Now, she’s over a year old and absolutely perfect!! She’s petite, but very mighty and likes to explore, and isn’t afraid to venture into “unknown” territory! She’s going to be an active and keep her parents on her toes!

For her cake smash, just a few days before her birthday, she was introduced to a cupcake, icing…aka…SUGAR!! Her first taste of the icing, she wasn’t sure about the texture, but continued tasting (and playing with it!)…and then we gave her a taste of the cake part, which she loved…absolutely LOVED and couldn’t get it in fast enough! It was so darn cute…and I must say, that the cake smash is one of my favorite parts of a one year old’s session…it’s such a joy to watch and a time that the little once can play with their food and not be told no!! Emma didn’t let us down, she made a good mess, really enjoyed her introduction into sugar and had lots of fun!

The cupcake was from Wanna Cupcake…I HIGHLY recommend them, their cupcakes are D.E.L.I.C.I.O.U.S…..

And…she’s done, ready to be cleaned up…and standing on her own for a couple of seconds…which will soon be longer and then walking…then the really busy times begin for her!!

BATHTIME…she loved it!!

Okay, I couldn’t resist the “naked buns” of this little cutie…all babies must have a few of these photos, for if nothing else to embarrass them when they are teenagers, but hopefully, to show just how darn cute they are!

Keep your eyes peeled for a post in the near future from Emma’s FIRST Birthday party…it was a blast and so fun to see her take it all in! Thank you all for indulging me with my personal posts, but I just can’t resist!

 

 

 

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