I want to do my very best for every family I work with, and I really wanted to make that happen for Cheryl. She set up her family's photography session with me, went to various locations near her vacation house to find the best one that would work well for everyone in her family, read my whole welcome and style guide, and expertly implemented my suggestions in the beautiful outfits and jewelry she chose for herself and her family. 

The weather on the Outer Banks in July is usually consistently hot and sunny. But this week was an anomaly, and it rained for the most part, Saturday through Wednesday. There were flash flood watches, flooding on the roads, and steady rain and thunderstorms for the day of her session. We waited it out, moved it earlier, then I just had to make the call to reschedule. Cheryl was cheerful and helpful throughout, being flexible as we must here sometimes with our changing weather. We rescheduled to Friday, and thankfully had a beautiful day and evening for her session.

Cheryl's grandchildren are just amazing! Evelyn, the youngest, is two. Most two year olds won't really smile for the camera, stand still when asked, or pose. Not Evelyn! She is truly unbelievable, smiling when I asked, standing still, posing, laughing. And her two older sisters, Olivia going into 2nd grade and Valarie going into 4th, were equally wonderful, having a good time and taking directions throughout the session. Valarie loves art and both girls will be playing instruments next year in elementary school, either trumpet or saxophone, as both of their parents are drummers! 

Sometimes, even when you're an adult, you have to get your individual photos taken. Thanks Mack, for doing what your mom asked, and letting me capture your portrait. And thank you Cheryl, for trusting me with your family's photos, being flexible, and working with me - I really enjoyed meeting all of you!