:fab family of five: child and family photographer in hastings, nebraska

I love, love, love this family so much (and I always love when grandparents get in the shoot, too)!  Our children are the same ages and have pretty much grown up together, so it is always wonderful to connect with people who are at the same stage in life that you are.  Well, except she has twins.  And as we all know - that's a whole different ball park!  Thank you for choosing me to capture your family!

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:baby Luke: Hastings, NE newborn photographer

I had two friends who were due with their second baby within days of each other - how exciting!  Well, Mr. Luke decided he just didn't want to wait - he came several weeks early, and he happens to be absolutely perfect!

:the h family: child and family photographer in hastings, nebraska

This family is awesome. Seriously. They're the kind of parents that roll with anything that happens, and every time Dad would lift up one of his boys their smile and giggles were just contagious! It was so wonderful getting to know you, H family!

:the B Family: hastings, ne family and child photographer

I have known this family for a couple of years, and their oldest son Bennett reminds me so much of my own son!  They play together well, and my son will talk about him for days after a play date together.  Poor baby Griffin wasn't feeling his best for our shoot,but he did the best he could in the cold wind!  I loved getting to spend time with you, B family!

:the H family: hastings, nebraska child and family photography

Once in awhile. you have a photo shoot that you have so much fun and capture so many beautiful memories, you just can't believe this is your job!  I have been friends with this mom for over 4 years, and our kids have been to more playdates together than I can count.  I just could. not. choose what photos to put into this blog post, so it's a pretty big share! These are three beautiful ladies, inside and out.

:renata: children's photographer in hastings, nebraska

I was so excited when Renata commissioned me to capture these photos of her with the children she nannies!  I love spending time with kids - and I haven't had the opportunity to experience the energy that comes with 15 little ones running around since my elementary teaching days.  It was so much fun. After hearing how wonderful Renata is with these children for years, I loved witnessing the connection she has with each of these kids.