Chris and Izzy. Best buds.

I met Chris over a year ago through my running group. Being around him brings out positive energy and after you have left his sight, his energy lingers. He is calm and collected and has an open heart. (Izzy, his dog is the very same way!) I am constantly amazed that Chris has lost 75 pounds of weight. One day he made a decision to change his life for himself. Along the way, he decided to never to look back at that 'other person' he used to be. What impresses me most is that he changed who he was on the inside, for the better. Chris is inspirational and what's so great about him, is that he doesn't even know it. His dog Izzy knows it though.....

...just look at that face!!!

When Izzy sniffs his eyes disappear, how cute is that??

LOVE it.


Chris loves photography and does it as hobby, so I let him take his own shot of Izzy. Great eye Chris!

love the laugh!
one of my favorites.

Dreamy eyes.

Best buds.

Chris, I enjoyed talking with you and adored meeting your snuggable Izzy. Happy 30th birthday!!! High five to you! Hugs, Sarah

The May Family.

We documented the May family out on their land in Corrales. Their property has been in the family since World War II. During their session, the children's great grandmother was able to join us for some portraits. We quickly found out that it was her birthday! (I won't disclose her age..... because a lady never reveals that. But lemme just say, she is gorgeous!) While I was taking great grandmothers photos, I couldn't help but sing happy birthday to her! The smile that spread across her face was so sweet. I will never forget what a moving moment it was. I thought about her for the rest of the weekend and how life is too short to be forgotten. Absolutely lovely!

Great laughs.

The horse had something to say about the photo session!


Beauty.

Wonderful laugh!
A perfect cuddle with great grandmother.

If you ask me, the turtle smiled too!

Best buds.

Happy face.

Mother and daughter. Everyone that has a mother should have a photo like this.


Pure beauty.

May family, We enjoyed your families interaction! Lots of joy and love! Thank you for welcoming us to your home and sharing your laughter with us, Sarah

Saying goodbye.

I am realllllly bad at saying goodbye. This weekend, I had to face 'a goodbye'. There are many reasons that I find goodbyes hard. My past is scattered with getting attached to someone I care about and then having to say goodbye..... some are for a little while and others I know I won't see again. And because I can't control that space of time, it makes it that much more difficult for me. This week I had to say goodbye to a wonderful family and my running coach. His training and support has made such an incredible difference in someone that means the world to me... my brother, Lincoln. I learned that my running coach is leaving for an opportunity that will benefit his family, which makes me glad he is going......and for selfish reasons I am beyond sad.

Before they left out of town, I documented his family. As long as I stayed focused on joyful baby Issac, I was able to compose myself...... just long enough to take their photos.

Sweet face.

Perfect hair.

Cute tush.
i love this one.

I adore the anticipation on Issac's face in the 'peek-a-boo' game.

I truly believe that only a mother knows what this feels like.... happy Mother's Day beautiful Ivy.
I don't understand why this door is low.... and why it needs a sign to warn people but, I love it!

LOVE it. love them.

Lincoln and I have a tradition at the end of our races together. Winner gets to be carried. The image below was from Lincoln's first race ever. 5k Run for the Hills where he placed third! On a side note: The following images were taken with moms camera phone or point and shoot.

I placed first in my age division. 10K.

Lincoln placed second! We also entered this race as a team and got fourth place together. Our team name was: Hungry Hippos...... when we run long distances (while training) we talk a lot about what we are gonna eat afterwards.

Dear running coach, Lincoln needed you more than words can ever describe. A little over a year ago he lacked direction in life and confidence in himself. No matter how many times I would tell him that he could do whatever he wanted with his life, he would remain stagnant. He simply just needed someone else with a different perspective (and on the outside) to tell him so. That's where you came along. There was a pivotal moment when I knew that Lincoln believed in himself. We had just finished a seven mile run and I was driving Lincoln home. Both of us were on a runners high, talking all the way home about what we were going to eat and how satisfying our hill workout felt. Lincoln was just about to get out of the car when he turned to me and said, 'Sarah..... I am pretty awesome, huh?' My heart burst with happiness and as I held back tears the only thing I managed to say was, 'Yes Lincoln, you are.' A year ago those words would have never come out of his mouth. He wasn't saying it to be boastful, he said it because he was proud of himself. The support that the running group and your positive coaching has given to him is something that I will forever be thankful for. Lincoln needed you more than even he knew and these days he has so many ideas about what he wants to do with his life that it's hard for him to choose! We will miss you soverymuch. Love, Sarah