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It is always special when friends and family get together from all around the country, and I am always honored to document that happy occasion. Especially when the families are as fantastic as these three were last Sunday morning. We had a gorgeous (BRIGHT!) day to hang out in Millennium Park together, and I sincerely enjoyed being a part of their fun reunion. Shirley, Grant, Mimi, Presley, and Harper, it was wonderful to see you again! And it was so nice meeting you Ji Yong, Martin, Jaden, Kelli, Sebastien, Felix, and Xavier. I had a blast with all of you, and I hope the rest of your time together held as many smiles and laughs as this photo shoot.

Last Sunday, I spent the morning exploring the North Park Nature Center with four of my all-time favorites. As always, Ori and Tali and their cousins Arielle and Adam were top models, and so much fun to hang out with. I love capturing fun moments during their special sessions together with their parents and grandparents. Thanks Judith and John, Rachel and Aaron, Jan and Bob! It was wonderful to spend the morning with you all.

Getting to spend the morning on the beach + seeing a handful of my favorite families in rapid succession = why I love my job so much! The 2018 JSP Beach Party is in the books, and it was such a great time. After our original Saturday date was rained out, our Sunday backup proved to be the perfect beach day for photos. WOOHOO! Lighthouse Beach in Evanston was a lovely backdrop for these beautiful families. We had a lot of laughs as we caught up, playing in the surf and sand. I can’t thank you enough for joining the fun Sue, Geoff, Lila, and Andrew; Katie, Nick, Mia, and Abby; Jenn, Rashad, Jaelyn, and Ariana; and Linda, Steve, Sean, and Brandon. You guys are the best!