The thing I adore about the Family Lifestyle Experience is that I get to catch a glimpse into the warm and beautiful things that make a house a home. The love of a mother and father. The normal traditions savored as a family. Hot chocolate on crisp November evenings, a stroll through the fall leaves, and the guys playing chess as the sun slips into the mountains are all part of the joys and moments I got to capture with the Smith family.

As I look at these images of a family simply hanging out together, and kids playing with toys that are precious to them, I’m filled with nostalgia because I know that one day they will look back on these photos and say – hey! Remember when Josh was just learning all his card tricks? Remember that princess sticker we had on Grace’s door? And the flood of happy feelings will trickle back – and most importantly – the little moments that seem so insignificant now weave a beautiful tapestry of love and life to remember.

Janet, thank you for your terrific friendship, we are so grateful for you and your family!

“We love making and enjoying hot chocolate as a family”

The beautiful garden where Janet works her magic