I promise I have not gone MIA, things have just been crazy busy lately!
I have been dying to share these pictures and what a better time than the day before Thanksgiving?! This is a very personal post and one that covers something I never talk about. I have been wanting family pictures for a while but just kept pushing it out of my mind for certain insecurity reasons until another photographer said something. She said don't wait for precious moments to pass you by that could be captured and documented over a weight loss issue. I HATE being behind a camera and being insecure about my body has always effected my life. I'm so glad I got up the courage to ask my fellow photographer and childhood friend Kalee Udall to take our family pictures. The day before the shoot we all got in the car and went in search of the hardest task- OUTFITS! Moms, doesn't this just stress you out to your wits end trying to coordinate looks?? It was at the beginning when we started looking for colors and patterns and started to get overwhelmed. *Stay tuned for next month when I will have a blog post JUST dedicated to helping you dress for success for your family pictures ;)* We went to Old Navy and they just happened to be doing an early Black Friday deal of 40% your entire purchase. I love to shop deals and got super excited! I was also brave and bought three things I have never worn before- ankle boots with a heel, a hat, and lipstick. When it was all put together I felt something I haven't felt in years- confidence!! I was able to be confident during our pictures and it gave my more motivation when I looked as some pics I really didn't love, to start to make changes so I feel and look even MORE confident during our next family pictures. It also gave me the confidence to dress nice more often ( yoga pants and hair in a messy bun is my go to everyday #thatmomlife) and so I can get that an even smaller size next time for pictures. I was hoping for some snow in our pictures because that is a rare thing in Arizona but it was already melted from the week before. Still hopeful, we headed up Logan Canyon and were able to find a little patch of it where we quickly pulled off of the road next to. Of course Boston smiles 24 hours a day at home but the second a camera is put into his view, he refused to crack even a smirk. He was SO fascinated by the cars whizzing back and forth and it gave Kalee only a one second window to when a car drove right behind her to get him even looking remotely at the camera. He did pretty good though, and it could always be worse ;) Now I am going to get a little sappy, but bare with me. Social media will be blown up with thankful posts tomorrow so I want to get in my two cents now ;) Because of the circumstances of how and when Boston arrived into our lives, it has always been a daily reminder to have a thankful heart. It is the best time of year to be thankful during November and Christmas, but why not make it a daily occurrence? I encourage you to say 'I love you' more often, be on your knees daily thanking God more than asking for things, and be thankful for the little things in your daily life. I would not be the person I am without these two boys in my life. They have forever changed me and I cannot wait to grow our little family in the future. My husband Sean does SO much for us and I couldn't have asked for a better companion to spend my life and eternity with. He works a 70+ hour week at a temporary job he dreads going to every morning at 5am. He does it without compliant (usually ;) so that we can have the things we need and so he can make my photography business a reality and not just a dream. Boston Boston Boston...where do I start with that boy? As much of a stinker he is, there is an indescribable feeling of blissful happiness I get each time he smiles at me, puts his arms up because he wants me, and rest his head on me while falling asleep. I could go on and on about these two but I will leave it at that and wish you ALL safe travels and the most wonderful Thanksgiving that is spent with people you love and care about you :) Photos by: YouDoll Photography Edited by: Me :)
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Brekka
11/23/2016 12:16:00 pm
Love these!
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Jessica
11/23/2016 02:08:39 pm
Thank you! :)
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Hiliary Stewart
11/23/2016 01:19:26 pm
Thanks for sharing this Jess! It's such a good reminder!
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Jessica
11/23/2016 02:09:16 pm
Oh good! :) glad you like it!!
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Meghan
11/23/2016 02:08:33 pm
Love the story and message! Adorable pics!
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Jessica
11/26/2016 07:39:57 pm
Thank you SO much! :)
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Jacy
11/24/2016 03:43:58 pm
Jess, I love this. You've given me a little more confidence just by sharing your story. Thank you!
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Jessica
11/26/2016 07:40:50 pm
Yay that makes me happy!! You are so beautiful little mamma! Don't ever forget that!
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Melissa
11/25/2016 08:14:47 pm
Thanks for sharing your sweet photos and your story!
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Jessica
11/26/2016 07:41:21 pm
You're so welcome!! :) <3
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Lindsey Jean
11/26/2016 12:50:12 am
This is so beautiful, Jess! When I see pictures of myself, I get so self conscious. You're inspiring me to get our pictures done!
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Jessica
11/26/2016 07:45:33 pm
Yay I'm so glad! I would definitely do it! Especially having a little one that is growing up so fast! For sure wear clothes you are comfortable in and feel confident in and voice to your photographer your concerns and to pose you in positions that most flatter you! :)
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Shay
11/27/2016 12:43:22 pm
I finally had a minute to read this and...Love this post Jessica! You are one hot momma!! And all the pictures are great
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Jessica
11/27/2016 09:04:58 pm
Yay I'm glad you liked it!! You're too sweet ;) Thanks to you for your outfit approval, the queen of style!!
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