Going Fishing

How special it is to share the things that you love with your children. I love to read. Growing up I could get lost in a novel so much so that the characters became my friends. I was drawn into their world so much so that it  seemed as much of a reality as my own at times. In my room I had a doll house bookshelf that held all my favorite books. I had the joy of moving that same bookshelf into my own daughters room and filling it with her special stories. Watching her discover new adventures as we read together has been so much fun.

When I walked into Owen’s nursery, I could tell that each piece of décor had been specially chosen just for him. A hand made fishing mobile hung above the crib and his name was carved on several wooden signs. But what really drew my attention was his book shelf. It was hand crafted by his uncle in the shape of a canoe and filled already with a variety of books. I couldn’t help but think how special that bookshelf is now and will be in the days to come as it takes Owen on his own adventures.

Haley and Ryan, thank you for sharing your handsome son with me and letting me capture this newborn period for you guys. I thoroughly enjoyed jamming out to some country favorites as I moved Owen from pose to pose. And watching the glow in your eyes as you gaze upon your son, was so heartwarming. I pray that he will always bring you such joy.