Recently I was inspired to write a blog post by reading one of a close friend of mine. Dr. Sarah is not only a friend but our family chiropractor. I woke up one smoky morning to a post she shared that she wrote. Mom's it's a great link at the bottom of this post which I absolutely reccomend reading.
When it comes to my busy life now I realize it's different with this child. As some of you know I recently had my second child. She's now 3 months and growing so fast. The main reason I went into photography after my first son was born (he's now 5) is that I wanted to capture moments and memories for not only myself but my clients. It's amazing what we don't see even when it is in front of us every day. I'm pretty lucky to have a studio in my home which allows me to head into there every month for a quick little session with my new girl. Not all parents get this opportunity.
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Now many time's after finishing a cakesmash session I warn the mom. I warn her she may cry. I warn her that she will notice how grown up they are. I warn her because I see it every day. These little miracles I get the opportunity to photograph and watch grow.
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| Mason - One year and birth |
I had a moment the other day watching my son skateboard (Yes I said that right) He's just turned 5 and has really taken a liking for it. I'm sitting on a bench at the skatepark feeding my daughter while watching him. Watching him talk to the bigger kids. Watching him interact and learn. I tear up a bit as I tell him we have to go and he walks over to the other kids and gives them a fist pump. I feel as though it was just yesterday he was in my arms. So when he wakes in the middle of the night with a bad dream I don't get upset or frustrated I am up in the middle of the night. I lay down next to him wondering where the time has gone.
These little people grow around us so quickly. I knew I wanted nothing more than to be a mom. I wasn't sure I would be blessed to be able to do it again. Family is so important to us and we take every moment we can to appreciate that. I was sitting with a couple other families the other weekend laughing at how life is so different with children. It was Saturday night and we were on the beach watching an outdoor movie. This was perfect to us.
Mom's remember to slow down. Please. Remember to put down your phones as much as possible to take in these moments. As you watch your babies grow just remember it goes so fast. Too fast!
This past week the air quality in Kelowna hasn't been good for kids. The smoke from all the fires is preventing us mom's from taking our babies out to the beach or park. However it's also given me time to slow down. To watch my kids grow. We have spent time indoors baking, crafting, and doing lego. Its even given me time to write this post while watching my baby try so desperately to fit her whole fist in her mouth as her teeth are on their way. Wasnt it just yesterday we were watching her move inside me.
We need to slow down. I know it's harder to do than we think. Many parents work full time jobs and when they pick up their babies it's go go go. How do you fit it all in while just simply getting through the day. Let alone enjoying these precious moments. Sometimes we just need a little reminder to slow down. To take in those little moments because before you know it...those little moments will be gone. They will be all grown up and you wont know where the time has gone. Oh and just another reminder to capture those moments as best you can. I offer regular mini sessions for families and they are perfect for families with young kids.
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Here is that link I promised before take a moment to read it.
http://www.healthinhand.ca/go-to-sleep-little-baby.php
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| Photo by Pixel Photography |
