Dancing like a kid at the studio today

So, Donna had an appointment this morning and asked me to watch Mia for a few hours. That's like asking a kid to watch the candy store. First I took a few cute shots, then we partied! I had Abba and Bob Marley blaring from the Bose ipod dock. Mia, Laura and I danced in the studio like a bunch of kids. Then we ate Goldfish crackers off the floor. (Sorry, Donna but the floor was clean.) There may have been some coloring and hair brushing going on, as well.  

Hayley is back!

Hayley ready to go for The Princess Tea Party
Promo photos for Children's Wish
Hayley and her family today

I meet a lot of sick children in my work with the IWK hospital and Children's Wish Foundation. I never ask about their illness; I don't want to know. Instead, I ask about their friends at school and their favorite books, their siblings and their toys.

I first met Hayley a few years ago when she was quite sick. Children's Wish was raising money to send her and her family to Disney.

Hayley's Mom stayed in touch, and contacted me recently with a request. Hayley's parents were separating and Mary wanted new photos of her and the three kids to start their new life together.

Sometimes, I am blessed to take photographs in beautiful venues, exotic places, with gorgeous people. Those photographs are often visually stunning. Then sometimes, I get to take everyday photos of everyday people who are extraordinary.

That's what I did yesterday. I hope these simple images of these beautiful children help to heal Mary's heart and serve as a new family heritage for Hayley and her siblings.

A day at the beach

A beautiful fall day at the beach, adorable little girl, sunshine and waves beats a day at the office

everytime.