Sunshine On My Shoulders

There was sunshine everywhere this day and not in a good way.These were some of the last ones we did-trying to find a shadey area that had some type of a background.

These guys were a lot of fun-really Kim! They were funny and energetic and helpful.The boys were so helpful-helping me carry my stuff.

We did these at the New Lenox Commons which is beautiful but a very busy place.There was a women's group meeting right where I wanted to photograph.Then it was movie night and more people hanging around than usual.And the sun was brutal that day. These guys were good sports though.

Lots of people get stressed out doing family pictures.It's hard to figure out what to where,where to do them and making sure everyone is behaving.These will be a treasure and you'll be glad you did it.

Beautiful family.Thanks for letting me share this memory with you guys.

The Sullivan Clan

The WHOLE Sullivan family! Gorgeous setting for a gorgeous family. We took these in Maria's backyard.It was fun trying to keep the younger ones still.I miss having all that energy.

The above picture is all because of these two. It always amazes me how big families always start with just two people.John & Betty came all the way from Ireland and eventually settled in New Lenox.I love these two.

Oh the stories I could tell you...just kidding. This is Diane, one of my oldest friends. Not really the oldest-we've just been friends for SO long.She married a very funny guy(so funny that he laughed during my first viewing of the Titanic movie!Who could laugh during that movie? :) )

and they have a beautiful daughter. I smile when I look at this picture-maybe it's because Davey is in it.

You might remember Michael from Christmas pictures I had on this blog. I smile when he smiles because he always looks like he is just about to crack a joke or pull a prank. He's adorable.He looks a lot like his mom Eilesh-whom I've know since she was a young girl.Now she's an awesome mom,successful business owner and going to school.She's amazing!

On to the family of Patrick and Bonnie.I'm so glad you guys moved back. These guys always look so good together. Beautiful family!!

It's kind of weird for me to see these kids so grown up. I've known them all since they were babies.Maria & Rich-you have a beautiful family. Thanks for letting me do your family pictures-it was so good to see all of you!

The cousins!

Perfect Portraits

Today Baby "M" came back to see me.It was time for 6 months pictures.It's so amazing how much they change in just a few months.She's such a happy baby .It's fun for me to see how much Jamie & Tom adore her and just enjoy being parents.

There were so many great shots from this session.Baby "M" is so photogenic. Good luck trying to narrow your choices down, Jamie & Tom

Baby "M" is definitely a Daddy's girl.

Thanks for letting me get my baby "fix"!

Baby Love

Today I took some pictures of Baby E. My kids are teenagers and you sometimes forget how sweet and innocent babies are.His mom & I have been friends for a long time(since jr.high/highschool).It's so cool to see how happy Sally is with her beautiful,baby boy. Talk about glowing!

Have you ever seen a sweeter expression?

Pretty soon he'll be in this same position with a t.v. remote and a can of pop .

Beautiful family shots.

I am so honored to share this exciting time in your lives. Evan is a very lucky baby.There is so much love and kindness in this family.I can't wait to watch him grow up !