This is my friend Katie and her family and extended family. We were reunited at a 10 year high school reunion social gathering for old friends we hadn’t seen in a long time. Some came from back east, one from Europe and some from down the street where they still live with rent from their parents.
It was really fun to see how she has not changed AT ALL- still tall and beautiful- very Southern California like. I say let her have two more kiddos and then we can talk! 
Moving on… she let me know that they wanted to set up a family session with me and I was thrilled. Not so thrilled about the 6 hour drive… so we met up at Lake Tahoe where they were having her husband’s family reunion.
So Steve, the baby and I piled into his ‘67 Chevy (fire fighter red of course!) and headed up. It was a beautiful drive over the mountains in Amador County! And wouldn’t you know it, that very weekend was Hot August Nights! So we fit right in with the truck.
Katie had scouted for a great field for us to shoot in and we had a great, relaxed time. I really enjoyed the kids! There was Katie’s little girl, and the twin boy cousins! And they looked totally different! One blue eyed and one brown! It was a kick. Steve and Mav went for a walk and found a small stream and played around in the water. We spotted them from above.
I think that these pictures turned out great and Katie will love them. But as it seems this summer, happiness is tied with sorrow for me and those I know. Just a few days after returning home, Katie’s step father passed away. Please remember their family in your prayers today. Katie’s mother in particular.
As you see this happy smiling family, remember to hug your little ones tonight and call your mum and dad to let them know you love them. Katie made the most of her last visits with her step-dad I am sure. Let’s all do the same.
Katie- I am thrilled to show you these. I know you have sorrow now, I hope this little peak brings some joy to your day.
