Phew! Thanks for hanging tight with all the pictures this past week. Here is the last o' the Family Focus bunch.

This is one of my favorites from the season. I took a few families to the same location and I was amazed at how lovely this spot was every single time. It gave me something unique each time I went. This particular day, the leaves were a bright, blazing gold. When their family stepped out of the car, I knew it was going to be good. Beautiful family. Beautiful colors. Just fabulous!

I love cute little Claire's face in this last one. Apparently I was saying something that got a good reaction from her. Love it!

And another family…belonging to my sister-in-law, Shelle. If you've looked into music lessons for your child here in the valley, you may have heard of Let's Play Music. Shelle is the one who created this incredible program! I bow to her musical talent and her ability to teach and motivate others. She is pretty amazing and has some cute kids too!

Here is another wonderful family I had the opportunity to get in front of the camera. I love the sunlight as it fell between the trees that afternoon. So beautiful…and so are they!

This is Tyler and Jill and their three handsome boys. I can't tell you how much I love this family! It seems like our lives have gone in similar directions ever since we both got married. Actually it's more like we've been following in their footsteps because they are such incredible examples to us.

Right now they are in a special place in their lives. They are hoping to adopt another child and are on the road in that process. I've come to realize that adoption can be facilitated through word of mouth. So I'm spreading the word here…if you'd like to learn more about Tyler and Jill, check out their blog. I know wonderful things are in store for their family!

Updated: Here is their adoption profile page.

These last two shots are my favorite. Jill, you are beautiful!

If you've looked around my blog at all, you will recognize this family. She is the one that kick-started me into the business and I love her for it! When I took these photos, I didn't know that she had a new little bean in her tummy!!
I can't wait to welcome another sweet boy to their family this year!

Next up is another great family with two stinkin' adorable little boys. I get to see these two cuties every Sunday and without fail they both give me a smile that well, just makes me want to find them again the next Sunday so I can see it again. Here…see for yourself!

The end of 2010 was full of families.

It was, no doubt, busy around these parts. But it was a good busy as I attempted to give families a little glimpse of themselves together. This week I'll be focusing on the family as I post a family a day.  

First up is my beautiful sister and her family. Growing up we used to hit and kick each other…a lot. Mostly over clothes. Oh, teenage years! I'm glad we've gotten over that by now. 🙂 Love you, Janene!

This love is something special.

I met Kelsea and Mitchell a few days before he was headed off to Navy boot camp. They are engaged to be married in the spring. But in the meantime, she writes him letters, plans a wedding, and waits for his return. I loved watching them exchange glances and hearing about their love story. Most of all, I loved watching Kelsea stand by her man.  

Congratulations, you two! Here's hoping these next few months fly by!