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October 5, 2016

Ellie : 1yr

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My time as a high school teacher taught me how to instantly connect with teens and make them feel comfortable in front of the camera. I love photographing high school seniors all over the Greater Des Moines Metro and Midwest (yes, I’m willing to travel). 

Hi, I'm Carrie

This family is so sweet to me and it feels like we just saw each other (even though it was waaaay back in June!) Little Miss Ellie is a whopping ONE already and doing pretty well at getting her feet under her. A mini session felt the right length for this occasion and Ellie did a fantastic job smiling for us, celebrating her first year.

When Adelaide turned one, I realized that parents make a big deal out of the first birthday because, while it is a celebration of a year with a sweet new life, it’s also a victory lap that the parents made it too!! Steph and Andy seem to have thoroughly enjoyed the ride, laughing all the while Ellie grips Daddy’s hair, or picks his nose. 🙂

Steph + Andy: Congratulations!! You made it!!! I’m not sure that parents hear it enough, but you are doing a fantastic job and Ellie is a wonderful little person. See you on the other side of tax season in April!!

Blessings, 
Carrie

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