{Family} Giulliane, Reinaldo, & Barbara

I had quite a busy weekend, and I was lucky enough to top it all off with an amazing session with Giulliane, Reinaldo, and their adorable daughter Barbara.  We initially wanted to have our session at the Tidal Basin with the cherry blossoms, but because of the delayed bloom we decided to move to Dumbarton Oaks Gardens.  It was a beautiful, late afternoon with the most perfect golden light.

A beautiful day with a beautiful family.

Blowing some kisses for the camera.

Making funny faces for Uncle Mar.

This place has such a Secret Garden feel, it's the perfect setting for a sweet little girl.

Daddy daughter moments are always so special to capture.

I had such a wonderful time with these three, it was definitely an afternoon well spent!

{Family} Emily & Molly

I'm originally from Missouri, and my family still lives there.  Unfortunately I don't get to vist them more than once a year, so when I do get there I'm sure to spend as much time as possible with the two cutest girls I know, my nieces Emily and Molly.  Schedules worked out so that I was able to visit over the holidays this past year, and of course my camera was constantly in use.  

{Emily is the oldest, Molly the youngest}

These two stole our hearts the days they were born, and they have certainly figured out how to wrap their uncle Matt around their fingers.

{He never stood a chance}

{This girl is beyond serious about her swings}

 I actually saved this post specifically for today because little miss Molly happens to be turning 5 today!  It's unbelievable how big she has gotten and the independent personality she has developed over the past 5 years.  I'm so excited to see the person she'll grow into, but for now I'm going to cherish this little face as it is.  

Happy Birthday Molly!