*SIGH* So little and so perfect.
I met this family about a year ago at a party. At that time they were a little bit into the process of adopting their daughter from China. As you all know, adoption and China are both very close to my heart! Both my husband and I instantly liked this couple and we hoped that one day our little girls might be friends. However, the adoption process is taking longer and longer these days and even at this point it might be two or three more years before their little girl is in their arms.
Here is the part where God steps in and shakes things up a bit! Nine months ago this couple found out they were expecting a little one. A brother for the little girl who will someday be their daughter. What a blessing this baby boy is to this couple who longed for children and want to open their heart and home to them. They are deserving, loving, sweet parents and they feel grateful for this little fella.
I wanted to start the session with a few of the parents and little T. in the beautiful morning light. While Mom agreed to bring little Teddy out, I knew she was worried about the mosquitoes and other bugs outside. This time of the year in Georgia is always filled with little flying creatures. Dad was so sensitive to Mom’s worry and he literally stood right beside her swishing away bugs in between portraits.
With my work and in my social life, I observe lots of families each year. Sadly, not all Dad’s are this kind and sensitive to their wives needs and wants. I was impressed by how nurturing and sweet this Dad was to both his wife and his son. Families such as this make my heart swell and make me love the small role I get to play in capturing this moment for them.
It took us a little bit to get T. full and sleepy but once he settled we were able to move him around a bit. I was trying to move his hand when he, all by himself, positioned his hands like this. I adore how “little man” like he looks in this image.
I loved this session and I am so excited to watch little T. grow and one day become a brother!
