I have to say the weather has certainly been cooperative this summer compared to last.  There has been little rescheduling so far due to the wonderful sunny days we have been having.

Getting to hang out with these two little guys was a blast!  They were very well behaved but very much into exploring, climbing and of course when you see a pond and there’s rocks, then one can’t resist to throw some in.

Big brother was very smart for his age and was open to all sorts of discussions.

And he was a very loving older brother to Mr. S his younger brother!

They also knew how to play and have a lot of fun!  One of my favs!

and there were more laughs and quite moments.

Beautiful smiles!

And one beautiful, sweet mom that I so enjoyed meeting!

I love what this does to my heart when I look at it!   It kind of turns to mush!

Thanks Amy for bringing your boys to the park for some quality hanging out time!

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Do you ever wonder what the little babies I photograph grow up and look like.  Well you may not but I often do.  So when I get to go back and visit them at 6 mos. or a year or even later it is always so much fun to see how they have changed and grown.

Miss E. has definitely grown in a year but I also think she looks alot like her newborn images.  She is gorgeous for sure.  But how could she not with these gorgeous parents!

Oh the anticipation of expecting your first child.  There is no other feeling that comes close!

Then they arrive with all the wonder and sleepless nights that come with it!  Yet oh so worth it.

You blink… and a year has gone by!

With each day that passes they become even more gorgeous to you.  Filling your soul, the piece you didn’t realize was missing.

They make you say and do things you said you would never do, but it’s OK because now, you simply can not imagine life without them.

What was life like before them you ask yourself?

Before….

…the sleepless nights.

…the constant worrying.

before the hugs, cuddles and little laughs that make your heart dance.

As parents we all ask the same questions.

But… maybe it is best not to ask, but rather enjoy each moment we share, always looking upon them as a gift.  The best gifts that life has to offer!

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I am happy to share a sneak peek of a family session I recently did.  I have known Jill for a few years as our daughters go to school together.  She and her husband Chris are wonderful parents who make it obvious that their children and family is their focus in life.  The love for their children is so apparent, as is the fun times and pure enjoyment they get out of spending time together as a family.

Chris is always taking the photos so Jill wanted a chance to have him in some and I think we managed just a few!  Actually a ton and I am having a hard time narrowing down the ones to show here on the blog.

The girls loved to give Dad “knock-down hugs”.  There was a ton of hugs, tickles and kisses.  All this makes it easy to photograph the natural interaction of this family.  When my clients can relax, have fun, and even act goofy, I love the result.

Check out some very fun pictures below.  Jill, Chris and their two sweet girls Miss J. and Miss A.

Miss A has the BEST sense of style for an eight year old!  Check out the shoes!

Miss J was definitely a mama’s girl!  And what a great mama she has!

mom and dad have one of those relationships that you can tell they are friends first above all else!

OK I could go on and on with this sneak peek but then there would be nothing left for them when I show them the gallery!

Thanks Jill and Chris.  I had a wonderful morning with you and your beautiful girls!  Thanks for letting me capture your wonderful relationship!

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Well things are getting busy with all the nice weather we have been having.  I did a mini session for fathers day and the spots filled within hours of sending out the email.  I will be doing more so watch for them.  I am finding them alot of fun, to see so many faces in a morning is very different for me.  To shoot in a 10 min time frame is very different for me.  The idea of doing mini shoots was a bit scary to me at first who’s typical session runs from one to two hours!  But I think we got alot accomplished in the 10 min.  When you have such wonderful clients, who arrive on time with their cooperative children… it all works out perfectly.  Even the weather held out just until the last session. Take a look at these wonderful kiddos.

and a few moms and a Dad joined in!

More sneak peeks to come.  I have been getting to meet lots of new little ones… and then some I already know.

Shanyn’s kids are on my blog page topper and I got to see them once again.  This was a family session with the grandparents and I will be showing more soon.

and Mr. D who was a bit quiet and laid back.  I think we still managed to elicit a few great smiles from him.

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Well it is that time again, time for a mini session.  And again we will celebrate it for fathers day.  Last year my “Mommy and Me” sessions were so popular and so much fun that I am going to offer them yet again.

There are only a limited spots available and they tend to fill fast so don’t hesitate to email me to book a spot.  This is open to all current clients as well as new clients.

here are the details.  I look forward to seeing you!  Click here for a larger view of the details.

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Not sure if that title get’s your attention but it should!

I have something fun to share with all of you for my upcoming offerings this year.  Something new.. something very fun and very custom.

The new Rankin Photography Skins!

Ummmm yup, all the moms that come to me for a session can now carry along a custom phone skin with their beautiful babies on them.  Or get inspired with an image on their mp3!

And I am going to be focusing on really launching my Grad site this year and these are sure to be a huge hit with the teens.  What teen doesn’t now have an mp3 player or phone?  I wish I could say not many but we all know that is far from the truth!  So why not customize it.

AND from now until the end of February if you book and pay for a spring or summer session with me then you will receive one of these very cool skins when your place your order!!  (book now for spring)

HOW TO GET YOUR FREE SKIN? To book a session and get this free skin email me at srphotos@nb.sympatico.ca and in the subject line type “I want a free skin”!

I am off to design my very own for my blackberry.  I will show you it when I am done designing it.

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meaning me… has been taking a bit of a break.  Winter and especially December and January are my times to refocus on family and take some downtime.  I know the blog has been desperately ignored.  I am going to be getting back to work soon and updating the website (in desperate need says my friends) as well as my blog.

A quick peek as I run to get my kiddos at school of a newborn I snuck in during December for a friend.  A short but sweet session.

beautiful mom.

one more…. a collage I made of Miss L

More to come soon.

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A wonderful session with two or I mean three wonderful clients.  I had the pleasure of photographing Julie and Mark’s wedding and then I got to meet Mr. O after he was born and now one year later.  They are a young, trendy couple who decided they would trust me when I suggested a downtown session.  Well… I can honestly say we have not had a colder morning since this day in October when we met to photograph Mr. O.  Wow was it cold.  So luckily we were able to pop into a store Julie use to work at and warm up then take advantage of their decor and large front window to grab some images.

We walked and played and then stopped to have a treat.  What a great morning.  Thanks guys.  And Julie said it would be ok to share her slideshow with you.

Oh YUM!!  A sweet happy cookie for a happy, beautiful boy!

Mr. O is turning one.  His slideshow…

 http://www.photodex.com/sharing/viewfile.html?fl=3151032

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I am in my busy season and I have more images to share if I could find time to update my blog!

Few words… just wanted to say brrrr… snow already!  Yikes.  But then I love the ski season so bring it on I say.

A few recent and some more of Mr and Miss A.

I love this one…”can you go away already” look!

And more beautiful ones… loved their coffee table!  Future Scholars!

Love close up ones.  What I would do for a shots like these of my 10 and 8 year old when they were new.

I hear this…. Miss sound sleeper in Daddies hands.

Restful dude.

squishy girl…

And they had the best room!  I went back for more “editorial” type shots.  Love the saying above the window!

and proud parents.

what a gorgeous, proud mamma!

Thank you Jennie and Aaron!  I feel privledged to have been able to capture this amazing time in your life!  And I know from the time we have spent together, you are both going to be and are amazing parents!

and another session with a mamma to be.  And her sweet girls… more to come soon from this session.

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We as mom’s try so hard to make things run smoothly and efficiently in our homes.  Back to school brings even more stress and the need to be organized and there for our kids.  I often think that we are too hard on ourselves and worry about things that often end up turning out fine, especially when it comes to our kids. I am a self professed worrier and obsessive when it comes to wanting things to go smoothly, who can quickly fall to pieces when things aren’t going well.  I get mad at myself for not using my time better or being more efficient.  I take on the problems of the world and think they are mine to solve.  Yah… I know… we mom’s have no pressure.  :)  So I thought I would share a few UTube video’s I found very very funny and can help bring a bit of lightness to the role of being a mom with kids. See them at bottom of page! ( you may have seen them)

And of course some recent images!Deline had her session last night and will be shocked that I put a few up already.  But I am trying to be better about my proofing now that the kids are in school and I have more time.  Well… actually my son is home sick yesterday and today! :(Deline, I will share more soon but had to share a couple here.  Found a secret place in the country that we had a fabulous time taking images.  Now I just need to find out if I can buy the land for a studio!  ha!  :)  Thanks Deline, Gary, Mr. M and the girls!  I loved seeing you AGAIN!!

Mr. M turned three the day before this session.  I have known this little guy since the first few weeks of life when I did his newborn images.  I just adore seeing these kiddo’s grow!   What fun.  And a new bike for his b-day… battery powered.. and the coolest kid and shades.  Do you not just love his hair!  *sigh*.

he isn’t all about the smiles all of the time… but this look makes my heart go pitter patter. 

and two gorgeous older sisters!  What a lucky little dude to have these two amazing girls as his older sister.  They were incredible with him!  Ummm and gorgeous!

And a few more from recent sessions I didn’t have a chance to share here yet.  Another great mom and her kids.  Andrea and Jason and the boys were so much fun to hang out with and sooo laid back.  These two boys have it made with these parents.  I’m impressed how much energy mom still has after a playdate with these guys.  They are busy but she rises to the challenge!  Dad was super cool as well.  Thanks guys.

This one totally cracks me up!  There are a series of these funny ones.  Brothers are the best!

Big eyes… sweet boys!

wonderful Dad… super family!

Don’t forget to check out the video’s for a laugh.

ANSWERING MACHINE MESSAGE AT SCHOOL

THE MOM SONG

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