Family Night at the Skatepark | Boise, ID Family Photographer

In between the intense stares studying every move of the “big kids”, I captured a few golden moments of boyhood and brotherhood at the skatepark as we wrapped up our Spring Break stay-cation here in Idaho. Leo requested a stop at Balsamic (also known as Sonic) on the way home and we all indulged in pretzels, tots and blasts. We threw GUTS (yes that Nickelodeon GUTS) on the TV for a family show and thanks to Google, I found out you can buy a piece of the Aggro Crag trophy! Christmas gift idea anyone? This pandemic life may not be this most exciting, but it is still precious time spent.

1958 Chris Craft Boat Boys | Idaho Family Photographer

So we did a little thing this last weekend… still working on a name, but say hello to our new addition! Here are some snaps from our maiden voyage. The sun peeked in and out of the clouds, Leo worked on his swimming, and Hank loves nothing more than “diving da boaty”. We are so happy to have another way to get outside and enjoy this beautiful state.

Lucky Peak | Boise, Idaho Family Photographer

A casual Friday night… Dad comes home and we escape up to Lucky Peak. I’m exhausted from the week, I go back and forth on bringing the camera. I decide to bring it, but leave it in the car. I last maybe 15 minutes before I run back up to grab it. And boy am I glad. Documenting my boys on a summer night - my therapy.

Edwards Greenhouse Pop-Up Park Adventures | Boise Family Photographer

Edwards Greenhouse is always so inspiring for me. I’m in love with the way the light bounces off all the textures of the beautiful plants. It’s peaceful. It’s warm. It’s colorful. What’s there not to love? They hold an annual Pop-up Park in January that we have been going to since Leo was a baby. We explored, had lunch, and Hank only got called a girl twice! Only two people spoke to us.

Western Idaho Fair | Idaho Family Photographer

Well, I'm stuck somewhere in between wanting them to stay little forever and wishing they were tall enough so we could all go on the Ferris Wheel. No matter what stage we're in, we will still have lots of fun each year. I love their bright eyes and squeals looking at all the lights and hearing all the excited screams. Leo got to try "Coppin Candy" for the first time and of course loved it. Hank was just happy to be there to be able to steal more than his share of Fair food. 

Mustangs at the Drive-In.

I was driving Leo home from school when we saw a car show happening at Westside Drive-In. I thought that might be fun for the boys, so we picked up Dad and off we went. I was right, although I'm not sure if they loved the cheeseburger or classic Mustangs more. Either way, we will call it a win-win. The randomly perfect Tuesday night. 

Western Idaho Fair Twenty Seventeen

We've started some traditions the past few years as a family - one of them being the Western Idaho Fair. This year has been the most fun yet, but a bit more chaotic as a family of four. To see Leo's face light up when he sees all the colors and rides makes me giddy. We are re-living a pretty awesome childhood through his eyes and the feeling is indescribable. Hank took a warm snooze on me most of the time, but woke up at dusk to see all the lights come to life. We stayed out way too late and made the best memories. 

Sweet Ava

Meet Ava. She has the sweetest big brother Jack and is already so loved by her parents and Mimi. I'm so grateful my job introduces me to such wonderful families and allows me the opportunity to document their journey through parenthood. It goes way too fast, but they will always have these little memories to treasure. 

School of Soccer Part II

Last fall, I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to work with Steve Gamboa with School of Soccer. Leo has been a part of the program for awhile now, and I cannot say enough good things about it. It is wonderful to watch the kids come out of their shell and learn to play together. They improve upon listening skills, work their way through obstacles and most importantly - have fun! Spring registration is now open - checking them out is a must! 

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