Puyallup Family Photography

 by Terri

Ainsley and her parents | {Tacoma Family Photography}

With the mild winter we’ve had in the area lately, it was just our luck that the day scheduled for Ainsley’s 5 year session was a very chilly morning…although, we had some beautiful sunshine and despite the cold…it turned out to be an awesome session! It’s been a year since I’ve seen this little beauty and oh my goodness, how she’s grown and what fun it was to hang out with her! Last year she was a bit shy and not so sure about letting go of her mom for the photos…and this year, it was nothing like that! Ainsley was SO much fun and the smiles just kept coming, along with lots of giggles and silliness! It’s such a delight to watch my clients grow up…I first met Ainsley when she was just 6 months old and I’ve loved every session with her! She had both mom and dad (aka…Meghan and Dave) with her for this session as well…and there was an extra reason this session was so special! Mom is expecting another little one (a girl!!) early this summer…so we added a little bit of maternity into Ainsley’s session…a perfect reason to celebrate a very sweet 5 year old who will soon become a big sister!!!

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It was heartwarming to see what a close and special relationship Ainsley has with her dad…you can see the admiration is mutual! <3storyboard004Isn’t Meghan beautiful…of course, she’s a beauty to begin with but is truly glowing as she carries their new little addition!storyboard005storyboard006storyboard007storyboard008Momma and Ainsley…boy, is Dave a lucky man!!storyboard009This cutie was a BLAST to hang out with…loved her energy and such a sweet personality!storyboard010storyboard011storyboard012storyboard013storyboard014It was too funny…Ainsley had her own ideas about this session and was often directing all of us…and what a great job she did!storyboard015storyboard016storyboard017Smiles…they just kept coming…and I loved EVERY SINGLE ONE!!storyboard018A very blessed and loved little girl who will soon be sharing her parents, although I am sure the love with just continue to grow with a new baby!

Meghan and Dave…thank you for sharing a rather chilly morning with me…it was such fun and so great to see all of you! I can’t wait to meet your new daughter in a couple of months!

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 by Terri

Family Ties… | {Tacoma Family Photography}

It’s hard to say just what this session meant to me…it’s more emotions that words that come to mind! I first met Piper when she was just 6 months old, nearly 4 years ago…when I photographed her and her Grandpa Mike! I had not met them before the session and wasn’t sure what to expect, but I had been told that Mike did not like having his photo taken, but it was very important for him to have his photos taken with his new (beautiful) granddaughter! This first session was short, the shortest I’ve ever had, but wow, the impact it had on me was huge and I could see and feel the love and connection that Mike had with Piper…it was very strong! I’ve had the pleasure of photographing Piper and her parents a few times since then, but hadn’t seen Mike until this session and I was really looking forward to it!! We met on a Sunday afternoon (the fog had lifted somewhat and the fall colors were in their glory!!) and besides Piper, her parents (Brandon and Varvara), I had the pleasure of meeting Brandon’s sister, Emily and Piper’s Nana…aka, Cathy!! Of course, Piper was the star of  the session, but what a treat to add her family to her photos and capture some special photos of them to last a lifetime…I was honored and delighted with the time we spent together!! This session was longer than Piper and Grandpa’s first session and we got a few more photos of them together, but the emotions were still there and oh, how I loved seeing the connection these two have! Family is HUGE in my mind and to see such incredible connections between these family members was refreshing and encouraging…and just reinforced why I LOVE my job…sharing in a family’s life and seeing that there still are some amazing family units out there who WANT to spend time together…that is a gift and blessing…which this family definitely has!!

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Piper with her mom and aunt, Emily…three beautiful ladies!!storyboard003

The love that Mike has for Piper is undeniable…and as you can see, her dad has that same connection!! ♥storyboard004storyboard005

Oh my, there isn’t much better than dad and daughter playtime…melt my heart!storyboard006

Emily and Piper had matching dresses and painted their fingernails the same color…what a fun memory for both of them!storyboard007storyboard008

Cathy with her two kids…so great to capture some memories since Emily lives in New Zealand and was home for a visit!storyboard009storyboard010

Beauties…like mother, like daughter!storyboard011storyboard012storyboard013This was too funny, Varvara couldn’t keep a straight face for these photos…I love that she’s smiling…showing just how happy she is to have family all together!
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Oh, Piper…you are A.D.O.R.A.B.L.E!!!!!storyboard015storyboard016

This girl is a beauty…daddy better get ready for the teenage years…he will have his hands full!!storyboard017storyboard018Ahhh, being a grandparent myself, photos like this always bring a smile to me…♥storyboard019storyboard020storyboard021

Kisses for Grandpa…so LOVE seeing these two together!!storyboard022

Playtime with aunt Emily…they had such a great time together!!storyboard023storyboard024storyboard025

Father….Son….heritage and love….this IS family!!!storyboard026

LOVE ~ LOVE ~ LOVE

Mike, Brandon, Varvara, Cathy, Emily and Piper…I so loved sharing some time with all of you, and meeting some of you for the first time…it was an honor to be able to capture some more memories for your family and I hope that we have more sessions in the future to see how you are all doing and to see your beautiful Piper grow up!!

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 by Terri

Jayden turns EIGHT | {Special People}

A special girl just turned EIGHT last month and each of those eight years has been a blessing and filled with love and joy…as this is our oldest granddaughter! Jayden…who made my husband and I grandparents for the first time is a shining star in our lives and all those know and love her! Here’s a little bit about this beautiful girl…

  • LOVES animals and wants to be a veterinarian when she grows up
  • is silly and can make some of the goofiest faces!
  • ADORES her little cousin and loves spending time with her…and is great role model
  • is a GREAT reader
  • has many friends and probably no enemies
  • gives the best hugs and kisses
  • LOVES her family, unconditionally
  • is a wild sleeper and just might kick in her sleep
  • has a great imagination
  • LOVES to play GO FISH and is very good at it…and usually wins!!
  • isn’t sure about math, but is pretty good at it
  • her favorite foods are oatmeal, tuna, quiona, brussel sprouts and just about any fruit
  • is really good at cartwheels and can be found doing them whenever possible
  • is kind, considerate and caring
  • is becoming quite the jokester (thanks to her uncle and dad!)
  • likes to sleep in when possible (normal kid!!)
  • is beautiful AND smart
  • has become a great little model for me (aka…Mimi)
  • is very helpful with chores
  • her favorite color is purple
  • likes boots
  • has amazing brown eyes
  • is a really good soccer player
  • is a fast runner and good athlete
  • likes really crazy socks
  • and OH, so much more!!

So, here are some photos from the past month of Jayden…you will see silly and funny faces, beautiful smiles, serious looks, playing, hugging, sharing and more…but be warned…there are LOTS of photos…just because, I can!!

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Happy Birthday Jayden…Papa and I love you very much and wish you a lifetime of happiness filled with everything your heart desires…the world is filled with endless possibilities and you can do whatever YOU want!!

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