Have you ever seen a beautiful beach photoshoot and thought “must be nice to live in South Carolina” or “maybe next time we visit Florida”? As someone who has traveled both north AND south to have beach photos taken, let me tell ya, sometimes it is more work than it is worth (I’m looking at […]
Becoming Desperate From my journals Feb 2017-Nov 2019 The woods were quiet and cold. But my heart was beating wildly and my temples were throbbing. I couldn’t even form thoughts or words to pray. The day had taken such a drastic turn and I was reeling with uncertainty. Part of me wanted to keep running […]
Mamas! Are you wondering how to get your toddler to smile for photos or look natural while being photographed? I have great news… getting your toddler to smile for photos isn’t your job, it’s mine. And it is one of the parts of my job I love the most. It is also the initial reason […]
Becoming Undone (from my journal in November 2019) When you have a small view of suffering, the tiniest stub of the toe could be the worst pain of your life. The older you get, the more likely you are to experience suffering worse than a stubbed toe. That fact used to terrify me. Pain, sorrow, […]
Becoming Vulnerable – how I met your father. Excerpt from my journal October 2019. When I envisioned my perfect future life with a handsome and godly husband, several beautiful obedient children, and a peace-filled home, I pictured finding my dream man in a Bible study or church. I was desperate to not mess up. While […]
If you’ve ever tried to plan your family’s photoshoot outfits and have felt overwhelmed and not sure where to start, this guide is for you. Spring and summer in Michigan are vibrant and colorful and full of warmth. These four colors will always give you a classy, timeless and elegant family photo wardrobe. Cream, blue, […]
Becoming my own Hero – Excerpt from my journal October 2019 Being a mom has *almost* always been the main goal of my life and the pinnacle around which I built my plans. I thought that being a mom would make my life complete and fulfill all of my dreams. As a child, playing house […]
Someday, I want our kids to know this story. I want them to see the hand of God weaving them into our lives, even if it is just for a short time, and to understand that only God could bring us together as a family.
More than a spring photoshoot or a Mother’s Day mini, Lamb & Bloom was designed for sentimental mothers who feel how quickly these seasons are passing. It’s for the ones who want to pause, just for a moment, before summer sweeps in with its full calendar of sports, vacations, and busy days. This experience was […]
Dear Dorothy (aka Dottie, Dordor, Dory, Dot, Do-da, sissy, sweet honey, babycakes, and scrappy),To know you is to love you <3 You are vibrant and a gift in every way… from your expressions to your personality your life reflects your name. I am so honored to have gotten to know you in all your versions […]