I went to high school with the mom of this lovely family. When her mom got in touch with me about gifting a session to her daughter for their anniversary, I jumped at the chance to catch up with my old friend. See, I consider myself supremely lucky to grow up where I did. Sure, at the time I took it all for granted, and was the typical whiny teenager.

“Mom, there’s nothing to dooo!”

“I’m bored!”

“I can’t wait to get out of this place!”

Looking back these past few years, I realized my good fortune at growing up out in the boonies. Knowing almost everyone in town. Feeling safe no matter what time of day (or night) it is. Not knowing what Marc Jacobs, Anthropologie, Nordstrom, or premium denim even were until college (although I’m sure my husband wishes I STILL didn’t know about any of that designer stuff).  I’ve also made some amazing friends. People who I will always be comfortable around, no matter how much time has passed. Who I can catch up with and leave out parts of stories, because they were there for those parts, they already know the background. I love catching up with my childhood friends, I wish I could do it every day.

(blowing kisses to the camera–could J be any cuter?!)And my fave. She was checking out her reflection in the fireplace.

Seriously adorable.

B, it was so great catching up with you, and meeting your amazing family! I wish you guys the best in everything, and for happiness always. Thanks for letting me spend the morning with you!