Last night Jay and I were trying to figure out how long we’ve known each other. He claims it’s been 13 years, which is probably exactly right, but I’ll never admit to it because I refuse to believe that I’m old enough to say I’ve known someone for that long. (My impending birthday (THREE ZERO), has me in significant denial.)

What I will admit to is that I’ve known Jay and Jen for a long time and they’ve been some of my favorite people for years and years. They’ve rescued me when I’ve needed a place to stay, have cooked me delicious food, laughed for hours with me, provided me with worms for my worm compost (no, really), and have been consistently positive and uplifting souls in my life.

I’ve been photographing their family as it’s grown for the past couple of years. First was the exciting anticipation and arrival of Charlie:

Now, a couple years later, is the exciting anticipation of the second baby boy:

I can’t wait to meet (and photograph!) this newest addition that’s going to make an appearance any day now. After a crazy week in the world (and in the weather!) it’s nice to focus on the little things, and the people, that make life amazing.