**Session must be booked before June 20, 2010.

As expected, with such awesome parents, he was a cutie during our session as well. He started out with all sorts of smiles for me right off the bat! That’s my kind of newborn!

Check out this little man and all his cuteness..

Look at that little smerk!

I love how tiny his little fingers are wrapped around the side

I'd love to know what they dream about!

So great to spend the morning with all three of you guys — We’ll be in touch soon as soon as the rest of your gallery is ready!

Get some sleep when you can — Much Love,

So we headed down to the waterfront in Newburyport and decided to do the majority of our session out there.  The historic feel of the city matched with the excitement of these parents to be made for a rockin’ session!

Jessica was rockin' these fantastic red shoes! I was so excited I saw what she was going to wear -- What a hot mama to-be!! Love this shot!

a moment of quiet surrounded by love.

See! Perfect day - Perfect company

i just love moments like this!

Jessica and Mike,it was so hard to pick just a few for the sneak peak! We’ll be in touch as soon as the rest of your gallery is ready and I can’t wait to see you guys in a few when you’re new little blessing has arrived! Here’s to a perfect labor!  See you soon!!

***Help Jessica and Mike get a free print!  Super easy for you — all you have to do is leave some a little note in the comment section below and if 20 people comment they will receive a complimentary 8×10 print! Go tell them your favorite picture – how adorable they are – how awesome those shoes are! Anything – Hurry – go!

Much Love,

After I had Molly I spoke with the wonderful people at my OBGYN’s office and asked them if they might be interested in allowing me to decorate their office with my images.  They had just finished renovating and with a blank canvas I thought my images would be a nice compliment to their waiting room, exam rooms and hallways.  Lucky for me, they fell in love with my images and style and were gracious and kind and allowed me to pick 16 images to display in their Danvers office.  They have asked me to display my work in two other locations as well.. super exciting!
I chose images that were mostly newborns and toddlers given the location and I couldn’t be happier with the way they look!  The best part is some of the images are actually from patients of the office – I always get text messages or emails when a Mom goes in and gets to see her little blessings photograph on the wall.  It warms my heart to know how happy it makes them

Check out some snapshots of just the waiting room I took today while dropping off more cards with all my information… (there were supposed to be three images per wall but they ended up moving some around so they could add them to the exam rooms instead..)

left and front walls

closer of front wall

right wall

peaking around the hallway corner

**NOTE:  If you are a patient of Essex County OBGYN, you receive a special promotion on your session fee and print order when you schedule your session!  All the information is located on the cards at the reception desk.  Be sure to mention it when you call to book!

Although I believe I have the greatest job in the world (giving families the gift of their memories to have forever – how amazing, right!) – But, there is one other job that is even better.. being a Mom.

As we all know, I think being a Mom is an incredible honor and blessing.  Although there are many important amazing jobs out there, I think being a Mom the most important job in the world.    I think it is nothing short of a miracle when a baby is born. I think it is such an honor to be trusted with these little souls that you are responsible for – to grow, to teach, to learn from, to leave the world a better place.  Amazing, isn’t it!

Now, just because its amazing doesn’t mean it’s easy. Truth be told, its THE HARDEST job on the planet really.  This quote was given to me when I was a nanny but it translates to the role of a mommy as well, don’t you think?

What is a Mom: activities director, teacher, dresser, beautician, nutritionist, chef, hygienist, janitor, nurse, dramatic reader, performer, entertainer, costume maker, arts and crafts instructor, dance partner, chauffeur and stroller-pusher, personal shopper, secretary, historian, detective, confidant, companion, counselor, coach, bodyguard, self-defense instructor, tutor, cheerleader, appreciative, audience, hugger, boo-boo kisser, potty trainer, learner, listener, helper, peace keeper, lifelong influence, shaper of the future. 

I bet all you Moms out there agree, don’t you? – AND you Dad’s should be nodding your head yes as well!

So why the gushy post about being a Mommy – Well to have a giveaway of course! Thats right – a giveaway for a Mommy who deserves it!  I know how fast these days with my little ones go – Somedays I just want to bottle it up and keep them this way forever… At least with my photographs I can do that… and now, you might be able to also!

The Rules:

* One entry per person. no double entries punks! ***But your friends and family can enter too!
* You must enter a comment in the comment box below.  It has to relate to being a Mom.  Tell me    
  something funny – tell me what you think is the greatest thing about being a Mom – tell me the
  hardest thing about being a Mom – Tell me something about YOUR Mom (or Mom of your kids!)  that
  makes her the best –  tell me SOMETHING about being a Mom! 
* Entries must be received by Friday, May 9th at 12:00pm (noon) EST.
* Winner will be announced Saturday, May 10th (Just in time for mothers day!)

What do you win:

* A FREE SESSION (up to 4 people – a $200 value)
* A $400 print credit
* A Slideshow set to music of all images
* A low-res copy of all images for web/blog/facebook display! 

(This session can be used for a family session, newborn session, or child(ren) session – It’s the session of your choice!)

One a sidenote — For all of those of you who are wondering what to get Mom for this Mothers day – Gift certificates for photographs of the kids or the entire family is always perfect! Contact me for specific questions – keri@sweetwhispersphotography.com

Happy Contest Entering!  Don’t forget to tell your friends and family to comment and enter as well!

Much Love

xoxo