The Carr Family

It's (almost) officially December. Which means the holidays are approaching... eeek!

The countdown begins... Christmas parties, December birthdays, two of my best girls arriving home from Asia, a fabulous wedding, CHRISTMAS with the family, and New years. What could be better?!

The best part is the anticipation... the days leading up to the holidays. I'm really going to make an effort and live in the now though, embrace every moment leading up to the excitement. Soak it all in and enjoy what's to come before it's here and gone.

It really helps that i don't feel like i'm playing catch up anymore, things have finally returned to a normal momentum. I can finally breath a little easier :)

Which leads me to this post of the Carr family, back when there were leaves on the ground....

Nothing like the love of a grandparent...

Sister love.

Precious little thing...

I had a session one year ago with these two little darlings. I just love seeing how much they've changed since then...

More sister love...

Melissa & Rob {e-session}

What a fantastic 'lil getaway i just had, and much needed!
I decided to book an extra long wkd off after being so insanely busy these last three months. I had no idea i was going to be shooting nonstop and it's been absolutely fantastic, but i needed a 'lil refresher.

I spent my mini getaway with one of my bestest girlfriends in the Collingwood and Wasaga area. We indulged in loads of gourmet foods and some much needed pampering. If you've never been to the Scandinave Spa in Collingwood you must go! This was my third time going and it never disappoints. My first experience a few years ago at Mont Tremblant was incredible. They also have a location in Whistler; if you are around any of these areas... go! Get pampered and relax, it's well worth it.

I did manage to fit in a photo session while i was away, which made my mini break feel that much more satisfying. A bit of productivity and creativity always helps feed my soul.

But now i'm back to reality and sooo looking forward to Christmas. I'm breaking out the Christmas music this week and getting into the holiday spirit. It's getting close!

Here are some images from my session with Melissa and Rob who are friends of mine. They are getting married on Dec 27th and i'm super excited for the dazzling party they will have. What a great time of year for a wedding!

The beautiful fall colours that are no longer here...

Melissa & Rob live downtown Toronto and are getting married in the city as well. Melissa grew up in the Caledon area and wanted to have a taste of home in these pics, so they drove up one afternoon before the colours completely disappeared. It turned out to be a beautiful overcast day and we finished our session right before the rain came down.

Melissa and Zoolander...

One of my favs...

Love the contrast of her coat against the corn stalks... such a gorgeous pop of colour!

Right around the corner from where Melissa grew up...

Melissa and Rob happen to be huge TFC and Blue Jay fans. I mean MAJOR fans. They had to have a couple shots with their jerseys...

Congrats you two lovebirds. Can't wait to shake it up at the wedding!

Favorite girl in the world {Precious Allie}

If you're lucky enough in life you'll meet someone who changes your entire paradigm.

Someone who can make the darkest, gloomiest day seem like the brightest. Someone who makes you live your life a little less selfishly.
For me, she comes in a little feisty bundle of cuteness called Alexandra, my goddaughter.

I decided as a gift for her first birthday to do a photo session of her, my sister and brother in law. It was a beautiful thanksgiving wkd and the weather was absolutely perfect. (As you can tell this post is actually way overdue. I've been trying to keep up with my editing so the blog has been neglected. I have so much more to post on here i just need more time, stay tuned!)
Happy first Birthday Allie! (almost 2 months later)

Here are some images from our lovely session...

The beautiful Taylor Family.

So much love...

Her squealing giggles make my heart melt...

I'm absolutely in love with her.

She/we had so much fun in this corn field, she was loving it!

These are some of my favorites...