Anne Miller: 11/19/15

As I eased into this week, keeping my thoughts and prayers with those whose lives were forever changed a week ago today and as we look forward to a week of giving thanks, I have been in a reflective and grateful state of mind. Grateful for the gifts of the people in my life and the families I have the privilege to work with, they bring me so much joy and happiness--each experience truly leaving a lasting impression in my heart.

Last month, I had the honor of photographing my college roommates loving family up in Massachusetts. We enjoyed a memorable afternoon reuniting as the leaves in New England were changing.

My dear friend Alycia is one busy mother who I admire so very much with everything she juggles! She was the college roommate who kept me organized and always knew how to ease this homebody's worries about being away from home. One of our favorite parts of the day would be watching A Wedding Story on our tiny 13" SD television and enjoying an afternoon cup of freshly brewed French pressed coffee, which was a big deal for us to make in our room! She took the best notes in our Communication classes, would help me study through the night, and took care of me when I was sick. Teachers would often get us mixed up or ask if we were sisters and we still crack up thinking back on all the fun times we had together, a sisterhood built on love, trust, and friendship.

Seventeen years ago when we first met, I would have never imagined that I would someday be a photographer photographing her beautiful family. She is married to an amazing man, Tony, who makes her laugh and who loves her dearly. And can we talk about their two adorable girls?! I met their oldest daughter right after she was born and had yet to meet their youngest! This was a reunion I had been looking forward to for months! And now the girls and I send video messages to each other saying how much we love and miss one another.

Their little personalities are full of love and are independent, curious, and hysterical! They are a beautiful mix of their parents, kind and strong just like their gorgeous mother and witty and playful just like their loving father. It was a very special afternoon for us all, I loved every minute of capturing their special connection. Moments like this is what it's all about!

Here are a few of my favorites from their family session!