There's nothing quite like a brisk walk early in the morning on a chilly Autumn day to really wake you up & get you going! I got to enjoy just that with the Earley family, as I wrapped up Fall portraits for the season. It didn't take long to get little Carlisle revved up, despite feeling under the weather the day before (but you'd never be able to tell!) Candace & Jason wanted to capture their family of 3 together before their new baby son comes along - and boy, did he try to make a surprise entrance already! With her due date - and the holidays - rapidly approaching, we knew time was of the essence, so we set out to shoot and had a great morning in the park!

My wish for you all this warm Holiday season, is to emanate the same spirit & happiness that children do. Just look at the way he lights up! :)

And as for the Christmas-present-to-be, Coulson, well he's still hanging in for now; keeping warm from Mom (can't say I blame him!)