On December 10th, 2017, 12 days early and on her own terms my newest addition Nola Jolene entered this world at 8:27PM weighing in at 8 pounds 10 ounces! I am now the mother of 3 girls and 2 boys ranging from 18 years to 1 month old and I am the happiest I have ever been.

For many many years it was just my son Nicholas and I, but in the last 5 years between adoption and biology I have welcomed 4 more children into my family. It is an amazing journey and experience, one that I am happy to be sharing with my husband Patrick.

I am still “technically” on maternity leave, but slowly working my way back into the studio with boudoir sessions later this month (FYI be sure to snag your spot for the boudoir marathon on the 28th! I hear a cute little baby girl will be joining me that day!). I am so thankful for this time of lazy days and snuggles with Nola as I get to know her little quirks and what makes her happy.

We were blessed to have Adina from Thistle & Lace Photography document her birth as well as Carrie Weaver Photography to document her newborn photos. I am so happy to know so many amazing photographers, it is sometimes hard to pick!