In a small town like ours, you know everyone.  The web of how people are connected is intricately woven.  Brandi is a part of the web that is my life.  You want the run through???  Her aunt Leann is a very dear friend.  Her nieces and nephews are classmates and companions of my own kids.  Another aunt and uncle were one of my wonderful wedding couples from last summer.  And lastly, her mom is my best friend this month.  My accountant.  Seriously, the beginning of my year is far less stressful with Lisa in my life!

It’s safe to say Brandi and I have the kind of familiarity that makes working with her so easy.  What did surprise me, however, was Brandi’s nervousness when she arrived!  I’m still not sure what she was nervous about because the camera absolutely adores her!!!

Brandi, my dear, you are so sweet and beautiful, just like your mom and aunts :)  Thanks for a fun evening

I have been photographing this wonderful family for years and every time seems like the first!  They are so full of energy and the kids all have very unique personalities that I have pegged…and know just how to get them to react ;)  Each year, Cheri and I plan for a completely different look from previous sessions..and this year Cheri chose THE perfect fall setting on the campus of Huntington University.  The fall colors were the best of the season and at their peak!  We met early in the morning to take advantage of the always beautiful warm light…ahhh, I miss fall!

Still can’t believe sometimes how much these kids have grown up.  Looking forward to next year’s session and finally getting Brady to show his teeth ;)

Although it seems impossible, Brock keeps getting cuter and cuter!  He is sporting two flashy new teeth and still charming women with those big brown eyes.  At every session so far, Brock has been very content to sit and smile at all the crazy things we do to make him laugh.  The last three months has brought a big change in his activity level for sure!  At six months, he was just starting to sit up on his own.  When I arrived at his Aunt’s house for this session, I was so surprised to see the big guy standing up and walking himself around the coffee table!  He’s now an official mover and shaker and we’re all along for the ride :)

Ok, the Bachelor shirt…Priceless!!!!!  Since our session was around Valentine’s day, I couldn’t resist!

Brock, you’re such a sweetie!  See you in May when I’m sure you’ll be running circles around me :)