Joselyn and Pat's family has always been one of those families that make my job feel so special. Maybe it's because they're dear friends, or maybe it's because they simply enjoy being together. Either way, this session was filled with the kind of genuine moments I love most.

We met at Forest Park on an evening that had us all watching the weather. Storms threatened throughout the afternoon, and it seemed like we might spend the evening dodging rain instead of taking pictures. But just before our session began, the clouds broke apart and the sunshine poured through, giving us the most beautiful summer light.

Instead of rushing from one posed portrait to the next, we stopped quiet path alongside the stream. The girls explored, laughed together, and stayed close to Mom and Dad. Maggie, Jane, and Allison each brought their own personalities to the evening, making every part of the session feel natural and fun.

One of my favorite parts of the evening was watching everyone love on Joselyn's growing baby bump. In just a short time, they'll welcome their fourth daughter, sweet Ruthie, into the family. It's such a special season—one filled with excitement, anticipation, and the beautiful chaos that comes with preparing for another little life.

These are the sessions I love most. There's no pressure to be perfect. Just a family slowing down long enough to enjoy one another while I quietly document the moments they'll want to remember years from now.

Joselyn and Pat, thank you for trusting me once again to preserve this season for your family. I can't wait to meet baby Ruthie soon and watch your family of five become a wonderful family of six. 💛