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Life is Magical

At times, it simply takes a different perspective in order to see what is always there.

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I’M RECREATING MY ENTIRE BUSINESS! 😱🙊 Som I’M RECREATING MY ENTIRE BUSINESS! 😱🙊

Sometimes, directions need to be changed and chances need to be taken…

SO, if you don’t already know, I’m transitioning to shoot outdoor “adventure” elopements!

With the move to San Diego, and my true passion for all things wedding planning and LOVE, I decided it makes the most sense.

I’ll be using this month to plan so things will be a little quiet, but then you can expect lots of love and magical moments on here! 

Along with my kiddos thrown in because I just love all things childhood and can’t help myself. 😇

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“Worrying is like a rocking chair, it gives you “Worrying is like a rocking chair, it gives you something to do, but it gets you nowhere.” 

Worrying may be one of the largest wastes of our energy, and brain power. Have you ever heard the quote above about the rocking chair?

Throughout our time on this Earth, we change, we grow, and we learn. This is the way of life. We are all constantly going through transitions, change is the only thing in this world that you can count on. 

Change is always guaranteed.

I have a whole blog going into more detail on why worrying is a waste of energy. Go check it out if you need a reminder today that worrying isn't worth it!

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Hey, Welcome to my little space on the internet! Hey, Welcome to my little space on the internet!

I’m so glad you’re here!

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If your family is anything like ours you rely on p If your family is anything like ours you rely on playing outdoors in the summer. 

But the next time we see rain on the forecast, we’re not going to worry. Because I’ve got 3 rainy day play ideas for ya today! 

None of these are ground breaking, but when you are panicking thinking “what are we going to do inside all day?”, pop over here because I got you. And who knows this might stir up some creativity in you or your kiddos and you may think up tons of other ideas!

🧸 1. Grab their favorite stuffed animal and play hot potato. It’s a fun high energy game and even your littles can play along! 

📚 2. While this one isn’t ground breaking, it can be easily overlooked. Let them choose what book they want to read and just sit and read it (over and over again if they’ll let you). You’re taking the time to be with them but it requires the least amount of energy from an already drained mama.

🪀 3. Get creative with their toys. Just because it’s made one way doesn’t mean we can’t use our imaginations! See who can come up with the silliest way to play with their toy or the quietest or the loudest. The possibilities are truly endless and gets them thinking of other ways to use the toys you already have at home!

✨ Bonus: go out and play in the rain and the puddles!! This will likely require cleanup before going back into your house, but if you’ve never gone out and played in the rain with your kiddos you’re missing out. ☺️

Let me know in the comments below what your favorite rainy day activity is to do with your kiddos!!

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Do you think about childhood photoshoots and feel Do you think about childhood photoshoots and feel immediately stressed? 🫠

I bet you’re thinking of wrangling all the kiddos together to get that one perfectly staged shot.

I’m here to let you in on a secret... Embrace the chaos. 🙌🏼

Stop trying to get that perfectly staged photo and let the creativity flow!

»»» Let’s chat a little about why chaos can actually be the BEST ingredient for a childhood photoshoot:

No childhood session looks the same once you embrace the chaos. This kind of photography isn’t about striking the perfect pose or having the biggest grin. 

It’s about capturing memories of this phase of your kiddo’s life.

It’s about capturing moments and turning them into photos you’ll treasure forever and your kids will actually want you to show their friends when they’re older.

It’s about capturing the joy of childhood in whatever form it takes in the eyes of your kids.

You WANT to see and capture your kiddo’s true personality! 🤩

To me, childhood photography is all about capturing the unique personality of your children. When you embrace the chaos, you’re able to let their personality shine.

To read more on why to embrace the chaos, head over to my blog. I just posted one on my top 5 reasons to embrace the chaos!

See you over there!

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Let's play a game.... Two of these facts are true Let's play a game....

Two of these facts are true, one is a lie... Which one is it?

1. I was born in CA, in the same hospital as my son.
2. I've never left the country.
3. I was a legal assistant for five years.

Leave your guess below in the comments. I'll share which is a lie in my stories!

Happy guessing!!

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