A Lovely Autumn Afternoon!

I got to spend a wonderful, autumn afternoon with a family that I enjoy so much.  I have known my sister-in-law for as long as I can remember.  She and I grew up in the same church family so I've known her parents and sister for as long as I can remember too:)  In fact, Julie is the whole reason why my husband got the second date.  When I found out who his brother was, I couldn't resist!
Now we're sister-in-laws and I feel so blessed to have her.  When things get just a little to serious, I can count on Julie to understand my frustrations and appreciate my sillyness.  Now I know why, her family is as kind, and silly as she is! 
I had a blast spending time with all of you.   Thank you so much for inviting me to capture images of your family.

Yes this is what it looks like!!!  When I jokingly said, "wouldn't it be funny for you to go act like two teenagers in the porto-pot over there", they said, "sure let's do it"!  See, they get my goofy:)

A bunch of love

     Before I ever met Dawn, Tim, and their beautiful family, I'd heard lots of stories about them.  It seemed that we knew many of the same people and often I'd hear about how their family was growing or changing.  So when I finally did meet this wonderful family, I felt like I already knew them.  That was probably six years ago now, and all the great things I'd been told about this unique family were absolutely true! 
   They are quite a group!!  Tim and Dawn are super organized, super patient, and super blessed.  They make having this many children (and homeschooling them) look like a piece of cake, but of course it's not.  This family was built by the grace of God!  Lots of prayers, lots of miracles, and lots of love and laughs along the way. 
   Tim, Dawn, and kids.....I love that I've gotten to know you guys.  My family has been blessed by yours.  Thanks so much for allowing me to try to capture a little of your love with my camera.