This little cutie pie was just a few days old and sweet as could be. She had a really mellow disposition and was incredibly quick to settle back down after pose changes. When she smiled really big you could see the MOST adorable dimples in her cheeks. I love that you can see traits, even this early on, that will stay with them the rest of their lives. I am such a huge fan of dimples and freckles!
At one point while we were doing family photos dad starting having "happy tears" and next thing you knew we were all crying! It just reinforces how truly magical this time is, especially with a firstborn. The transformation that occurs within the family unit as well as within mom and dad individually and as a couple is huge. It really is a metamorphosis.
People always tell you: "your life will never be the same" and it is so true but it goes well beyond the physical changes. Yes, you no longer get any sleep. Yes, your time is no longer your own. Yes, you are up to your eyeballs in poop and spit up. Yes, most of your day is spent nursing! Yes, parenting is a 24/7 all consuming act of love, devotion, sacrifice and reward. But beyond all that, your heart and your soul are also forevermore changed.
I can only speak for myself but the day my son was born, a new "me" was born as well. I could suddenly understand and relate to the plight of mothers everywhere. I could suddenly feel that powerful unconditional love that a mother has for their child, a love that transcends everything else. On so many levels my thinking and perspective were altered. I saw life differently from that point on. My priorities were restructured and I had a new purpose in life.
Babies are pretty amazing, aren't they? And this precious time goes by sooooooo fast....
Ok, I think I have kept Veronica and Peter waiting long enough with my little spiel so here you go, ENJOY your images!!
color or B&W?
dad plays the piano so we wanted to include it in a few shots!
I'm not sure why but I love this shot of her peeking at me from behind her hand. So cute!
