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Albums are magical. They are a collection of important moments and beautiful memories. Ever since I was little (and with my own children today), we will sit and flip through the same albums of my Mom’s again and again. It’s the story that never grows old or tired – it’s us. I adore albums, as do so many of our clients. They are wonderful chapters in our family story.

My love and gratitude towards my clients continues to bloom. Traveling from Calgary to come see me, this is the fourth time I have been honored to capture this families miracles. On this day however, I was so happy to help them welcome the very first, darling baby boy to the family. Welcome sweet prince. You are loved.

Love Ashley ~

Sometimes you don’t need words when pure love speaks much more eloquently.

Love Ashley ~

Two wonderful, amazing new beginnings growing side by side. It is such a beautiful way to start this life, to be with a friend.

Love Ashley ~

If I were to guess of what the feeling of love looks like, my guess would be that it must look like a dream. Perhaps how a dream appears in your mind as you begin to wake.

Sweet little butterfly, you are home and you are loved.

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I apologize for my blog absence. Every so often I tend to bury myself in wonderful sessions, my beautiful family and projects to make head and heart happy. I have many recent sessions to share and still many more due dates coming up, all this (hopefully) before my big trip in May. There is so, so much to do before then though. Wish me luck!

Love Ashley ~

When was the last time you have cleared your mind of the tasks that must get done and the deadlines that must be met, to take in a moment of beauty and contentment?  There are extraordinary moments that happen in between the ordinary.  They wait for you.

This year I will devote more time to experiencing my family.  Loving them and getting to know their hearts.  My girls are getting so big now.  I can really communicate with them and they can really express themselves to me.  I love documenting my family through images.  My goal to also start being *in* more of them.  I want my girls to know that I was there in the moments with them.

Love Ashley ~

From feisty girls come strong, independent women.  They will become fearless leaders and shining stars, risk takers and magic makers.  They will do extraordinary things and become extraordinary people.  Dear child, you will be amazing.

Love Ashley ~

There is such beauty in life.  One of the greatest gifts we could give to ourselves is the time and willingness to simply … breathe it in.

This day … was awesome.  I guarantee that if you saw someone singing their ever lovin’ heart out on the highway this day, chances are it was me.  If it wasn’t me, than it was someone else with a grin ear to ear.  I cannot tell you my pure joy when I am when I feeling good, it’s a beautiful day and there is good tunes on the radio.  lol!  I *am* that person you drive past and they are all alone, singing in their car.  It makes me laugh and sing louder when someone sees me.  If you don’t already do this, you simply must start.  Your heart and mind will feel lighter and happier.

Love Ashley ~

Yay!  My orders that I placed just before the holidays are starting to finally arrive (with vengeance).  I am currently sorting through them all so that they can make it to their new homes!  If you are waiting to hear from me, you will be soon!  I will also be taking the next couple days to respond to all the emails received while I was on my wee holiday.

The new year has really got me all fired up, full of motivation and totally inspired.  I have some exciting projects on the horizon – some business, some personal and some non photography related as well.  One thing I am excited about is some new custom display products that will be available this year as well.  It’s going to be an amazing year!

Love Ashley ~

PS – Isn’t the lovely Miss Lila (above) so cute it hurts? lol!  She is the sweet miss of my very good friend Andrea Hanki from Pink Sugar Photography

One December day I was so lucky to spend my day with four extraordinary little people.  Something special was in the air this day – it was cold but oh, so lovely out.  Beautiful light spilled though the window so we danced, played and giggled in it.

Love Ashley ~