The Zainy Twins

Zainy - what a great last name!!

Laila and Kai Zainy are the twin babies of Jolene and Heider. Jolene is truly one of the kindest people on earth and Heider can crack anyone up! Honestly, just a fantastic family. Jolene asked me to photograph the twins in early November (yes, I'm still playing blog catch up), when they were about six months old to get some photos for Christmas cards. I happily obliged her.

Laila and Kai are really just adorable. It was still nice weather out, even though it was November 9th, so we took a few outside first.





For some reason, Kai just loved the taste of his mittens.



Laila just played as cute as a button.



We then headed inside to take a few of the twins.




A couple of Kai - I can tell he is going to be devilishly handsome as he grows up, just like his Dad.




And a couple of Laila - who I know will be beautiful just like her Mom. I bet she is breaking hearts already with that smile.




Last, one photo of the family.


Thanks again Zainy family for having me spend the afternoon with all of you!

Introducing McKenna Griffis

Back to playing a little bit of catch up on my blog! I think one of my New Year's resolutions needs to be to get caught up and then stay caught up.

McKenna was born to our good friends, Justin and Jen Griffis, on October 28, 2008. I had the chance to do her portraits when she was about two weeks ago - still just so tiny. McKenna has this perfect little round head!









I always love doing the detail photos of the little one's hands and feet.






Justin is in the Marines, so we had to take a couple with his fatigues. In December Justin graduated from the University of Colorado and was commissioned as an officer. Congratulations Justin!!




Jen and Justin also have another daughter, Madison, who I believe is currently three, but the time passes so fast I may be mistaken. We have also known Madison since she was very little, and she is growing up so fast! She loves her new little sister very much.




The following portrait is one that Madison wanted me to take. I like to incorporate all the kiddo's ideas in the portrait sessions. It keeps them involved and interested and they tend to be so naturally creative that I end up with some fun stuff!



Last, Jen and Justin ordered baby announcements from me, so I thought I would include the design that was their final decision.



Thank you again Jen and Justin for letting us be a part of your family's exciting times. We will miss you when you have to move away!

Happy New Year!!!

Happy 2009! Every year on New Years Day Joe and I go snowboarding. In the past we have taken trips to Steamboat Springs, but this year we decided to just head up to Keystone for the day. The snow wasn't that greatBelow is the picture taken today from my Blackberry of our trip today - I love the reflections in our goggles.



2008 was a rough year for us, so I'm hoping 2009 is better. I'm putting the good thoughts out there, so hopefully that will help.

Best wishes and much love to everyone!