There’s something special about Indiana summers. Especially when they involve maternity sessions like this one.
I’ve known Damon since before he was born!
I remember his mom sharing that she was expecting with a small group of other young moms at a Bible study I was holding in my home shortly after Joe and I moved to Indianapolis.
I was expecting my second child at the time, so Damon’s mom and I experienced pregnancies at the same time. My daughter Bethany is the same age as Damon.
I’ve also known Emma for a long time!
She was in early elementary when our families met.
When Emma was a young girl, I had the privilege of capturing her family when her grandparents celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary!
I was able to get some shots of Emma and each of her siblings individually, and this is one of my favorites of her from that special session!
As I have watched Emma grow up, I’ve always been encouraged to be around her. She is the kind of person that spills joy to everyone around her. She is full of joy and always has a word of encouragement for those she comes in contact with.
Damon’s mom could be described this way, and they say men often marry someone much like their mom. I’d say Damon has been doubly blessed to have a mother with these character qualities and now to have them in his wife.
I feel like you can just see that sweet spirit coming through as you view these photos, don’t you think?
Damon and Emma have been sweethearts since fourth grade!
How special to have been sweet on each other all through the growing up years and to see God lead them together as young adults! And now they are anticipating this new adventure of parenthood together!
Just as we were wrapping up the maternity session,
Damon made a special request . . .
He asked if we could do a few shots on the chair where he was holding both Emma and his baby boy. I absolutely loved his idea and we captured these precious heirloom photos for them to always look back and treasure this precious time.
When this little guy arrives, we plan to recreate this special scene. Keep watch for this special newborn session!