Sunshine and Smiles

Sunny days come few and far between around here, but we've been lucky to see the sun and enjoy some warm weather lately. Seems like any time the sun comes out, we make a fast dash to a waterfront - usually one of our two favorite spots: Alki Beach and Browns Point Park. The kids love it, and have smiles plastered on their faces for hours!

There's nothing better than these kinds of days - we get a chance to get away from the grind, and our busy lives, and just enjoy each other, the warmth, and the beautiful views.

My husband catches great shots of the awesome scenery (photo credit to him for those shots below); and the girls give me tons to work with, always ready when the camera comes out.

Thank Heaven for Little Boys

I'm happy to announce that my little man is finally here! He's perfect in every way, and once again, I am amazed that I can love this child as much as my other children, when I didn't ever think it was possible to love any one person that much! Our hearts' capacity to love is truly immeasurable. Our baby boy is only 5 days old, and already, I can't imagine what life could've been like without him. He is his sisters' (and parents, of course) pride and joy, and they're thrilled he's here.

His dad gave him his first name, and three middle names after it! Baby Israel was born on April 9th at 9:35 am, and weighed in at a good 8 lbs 12 oz, and measured 21 inches long. Here are a few photos of our newest addition, who melts our hearts every time we set eyes on him!

Thank Heaven for Little Boys :)

Israel @ 1 day old...





And @ 2 days old with his daddy and big sister Eden...


And one with his angel of a grandma, "G-Mom"...


Puckering up!


4 days old with his big sister Taimane...


5 days old :)






My heart is truly full, and I am SO very thankful for my precious bundle of JOY!

Growing too fast!

In a few weeks, our family will grow by 1, and we will welcome our baby boy into our crazy household :). It seems like just yesterday we were bringing our girls home for the first time, and now they're toddlers, approaching school faster than I can believe. My husband constantly says that they will be the best big sisters ever, and I'd have to agree - they're ecstatic for a baby brother!

I wish I could slow time down sometimes; they've definitely grown way too fast for me. It's always so special to me to see that while they bicker as sisters often do, they're the best of friends too. I hope they always stay that way. ♥





Lately, Eden's been quite the ham and jumps in front of the camera any chance she gets, while Taimane couldn't be bothered most of the time..lol!

Official Teenager!

HAPPY 13th BIRTHDAY ELIJAH! It's hard to grasp that today, you are an official teenager :). You've grown up so much! On this day, and every day, we hope you know how much you are loved.

Becoming a teenager is a special time, and the years ahead will play a huge part in the man you become someday. Remember to make the most of every challenge, and every opportunity, and great things will always be in store for you. I know you have the potential to become anything you can dream up if you put forth your efforts and try your best - visualize your goals and remember that "you miss 100% of the shots you don't take." We are always behind you, and hope for all the best for you. Make good choices and never forget that you have a family who loves you dearly.

May Heavenly Father bless you with many more birthdays to come. We love you and hope you have an excellent day!

I ♥...

+ breakfast in bed.
+ pre-Valentine's Day dinners at the Crab Pot.
+ delicious dinners made by my hubby - beats having to fight the crowds, and yummier than a restaurant.
(yes - in general, i ♥ food. lol)
+ handmade Valentine's Day cards made by my baby girls, and how their faces light up with smiles and pride at their little pieces of art.
+ flowers when I don't expect it.
+ a day of endless "I Love You's" and "Happy 'ValenTIME's Day!" from my favorite people in the world.

And I'm thankful for...
+ lots and lots of l o v e.

Lucky me, this Valentine's Day :).

Just Because : TIARE TUIOLOSEGA | California

I took these photos last summer and never got around to posting them. My baby sister is the namesake of Tiare Photography :). She is sweet as can be, and I love her beyond all words. As much as she's grown over the years, I don't think I could ever see her as older than 2! She's a great aunty to our girls, and the best little sister ever ♥.

For as long as I can remember, Tiare has been quite the ham for the camera ;)! We had a good time taking a few pictures of her at a park close to my mom's house in California.

Love you baby girl!

Heaven Sent : ROSE RAMSEY-SUIAUNOA | Fife, WA

I've been MIA from my blog for a long while - the "busy-ness" of my days have reached an all-time high! I have a couple of other shoots to post, but wanted to get this one posted before the start of another crazy week!

This shoot was special to me for many reasons, and it was truly an honor to take these pictures. Rose is one of my very best friends, and in these photos, she's almost 37 weeks along with her baby boy, who we affectionately call "Baby L." There are some things of which I am COMPLETELY certain and have no doubt in my mind about - and one of those things is what an amazing, wonderful mother Rose will be, and how lucky and blessed her son and all his future siblings will be to have her as their mom. Rose is a second mom to my girls who love her to no end, and I know motherhood will be second nature to her! Rose is so many incredible things, and I am so blessed to have her in my life.

She is absolutely RADIANT in these photos and will make one hot mama!! :)