Making A House Our Home | Idaho Family Photographer

Last week marked a year since closing on our forever home. This Spring, we are beyond happy to not be in an Airbnb through renovations while navigating a stay-at-home-order during a pandemic. So here we are, in all of our chaotic glory - finding our new normal one day at a time. We have worked hard to make this space our own and have managed to have some fun along the way. As difficult as this last year has been, I have infinite gratitude for all the good that has come with it. Our sweet Eddie, our health and our home.

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.

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.

Balmy Sunday.

We had one of those weekends. We didn't do anything extraordinary, but we had the best time being together. I felt jolted with the sense of how lucky I truly am with all these boys I call mine. Hank Davis Giuffré turned eight months yesterday and the day matched how we feel about this little guy. He throws in some trying moments throughout the day but ultimately just melts us when he throws that sweet gummy smile in our direction. And as shown in these images, my love for Leo is through the roof. He is the absolute sweetest big brother with his thoughtful and playful attitude. He has us constantly cracking up and checking our own behavior (as most three year olds do with adults I imagine). Hank and Leo sure are different in quite a few ways, but one thing is for sure - they are happiest while outdoors. When things feel this good, you've just got to soak it in. And maybe snap a few photos along the way. 

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. 

School of Soccer Part I

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! 

www.BoiseYouthSoccer.com

www.facebook.com/treasurevalleysoccertots 

There is more cuteness to share, so be on the lookout for Part II!