Holy crappers. She’s already a one-year-old. Is it possible to bundle her up and stick her in a time warp so she stays like this forever? Probably not. But in the meantime, thanks to my girl Laura Farris and her uncanny ability to find products that fluff up any child to...
OOOHHHHHHHHHHHH MYYYYYYYYYY GOSHHHHHHHHHH!!!!! I AM IN LOVE WITH THESE!
Okay, seriously? Could she be any cuter? And that outfit??????????? To die for!
P.S. I can’t wait to see the party pics 
so flippin’ cute!! Makes me soo baby hungry….she’s delicious!
I cant wait to see her party! SHE IS BEAUTIFUL!!!!! So much personality, SUCH AMAZING SHOTS OF COURSE!!!! I can’t believe our babies are 1! HOW DID THAT HAPPEN????
Well I think she is her own person but at the same time I see a lot of her sissy in her as well. She is BEAUTIFUL! You mommy and daddy got some pretty girls!
She WILL be a heart breaker with those eyes!!!
I can’t believe she is already one. Time…that’s just what happens.
Little Charli has certainly been special ever since she was born. She loves life and everyone around her and has the sweetest personality. Grandpa and I just adore her!!
Melissa.
When I typed this note – it sounded “scary!” Please realize I am only joking.
I was just wondering if you are your girl’s only photographer. You do not contract them out, right? Charli is not under contract with Jet-puff marshmallows, right? Because she needs time to grow up and not be hounded by the paparazzi, as you have been, over the years, {Yes, I heard about the restaurant incident. I’m so sorry that the paparazzi ruined your meal.)
Your site is blocked from all sugarholics “Registered” or not, additionally have your blocked barren women throughout the world?
Did I see that her actual birthday is July 7, 2009? Guess! with whom she shares a birthday!
I think your girls are beautiful and with your husband’s genes I hope they are even a few inches taller than you when they grow up! ?
LOVE, Floss
Back to my attempt at being funny over email……
BTW: Great on the Kick-boxing! Wouldn’t it be fair to have you and Phillip on opposite sides of the room so more people can watch an expert discreetly? Does the “Y” pay you guys? Do you get free babysitting there? Have the instructors ever asked either of you to substitute, just to motivate people?
I have to tell you this though, even though others just learning the routines felt pretty good about their own slow kick-boxing progress; some left the class feeling less than coordinated and more like they were newly cerebral palsy inflicted.
(This would be more funny in person…. I promise.)
Love, Floss XOOXo
Melissa.
When I typed this note – it sounded “scary!” Please realize I am only joking.
I was just wondering if you are your girl’s only photographer. You do not contract them out, right? Charli is not under contract with Jet-puff marshmallows, right? Because she needs time to grow up and not be hounded by the paparazzi, as you have been, over the years, {Yes, I heard about the restaurant incident. I’m so sorry that the paparazzi ruined your meal.)
Your site is blocked from all sugarholics “Registered” or not, additionally have your blocked barren women throughout the world?
Did I see that her actual birthday is July 7, 2009? Guess! With whom she shares a birthday!
I think your girls are beautiful and with your husband’s genes I hope they are even a few inches taller than you when they grow up! ?
LOVE, Floss
Back to my attempt at being funny over email……
BTW: Great on the Kick-boxing! Wouldn’t it be fair to have you and Phillip on opposite sides of the room so more people can watch an expert discreetly? Does the “Y” pay you guys? Do you get free babysitting there? Have the instructors ever asked either of you to substitute, just to motivate people?
I have to tell you this though, even though others just learning the routines felt pretty good about their own slow kick-boxing progress; some left the class feeling less than coordinated and more like they had been newly inflicted with cerebral palsy.
(This would be funnier in person…. I promise.)
Love, Floss XOOXo
Seriously. I am NOT NOT intimidated by your kick-boxing talents. I just have NOT been able to get to that class. Vince said the Intro to “Chair Exercises for Seniors – LoveToKnow Seniors,” would be more my style. I’m signed up!
How cute are these!! Weren’t our babies just born? A year goes by way too quickly. Charli is such a beautiful baby. That romper couldn’t look cuter on her either. Love these!
It was 7:30am. My eyes were still cross-eyed when I tried to unscramble the words from his text message. “We’re headed to the hospital, and she wishes you were here.” I leaned over and woke Philip. He smiled, rubbed his eyes, and we jumped out of bed. Just minutes later, we had the girls in...
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Thanks for making me cry! Still waiting for that book to come out Mrs Niu!
Wow, what a blessing to be able to be there for the birth. There is no doubt in my mind that there is a God when I witness the birth of a brand new baby. Fantastic story with fantastic photos.
What a precious experience, thank you for sharing. Congrats to Brad and his family (looks like two protective brothers in the making)!
What a beautiful story with word and pictures! And I’m typing through tears. My friend gave birth to a still born a few weeks ago and I’m sad she didn’t have a photographer to share her story! What a gift they can treasure with your photo documentary of this beautiful miracle of life! You’re filled with talent lady, serious talent!!
Thank you so much for taking those pictures! They are beautiful.
I too am so grateful she is here safe and sound. There can’t be a happier event than this! I will be sooo excited to meet her! Your photography is amazing.
Melissa, that was so beautiful! I’m crying over here!! How lucky they were to have you there. What an amazing sister.
Words can’t express my depth of gratitude for you and Philip!! You both are so caring and sharing with your talents and support for others engaged in worthwhile life experiences. This was a courageous act on Brad and Erin’s part–to take another little spirit into their home when so many obstacles were placed in their way and you captured their joy with your amazing ability to see it clearly through the lens of your camera. Thank you for these timeless treasures. Brad, Erin, Tyler and Thomas will treasure these forever.
Thank you so much for taking those beautiful pictures! I can’t look at them without getting teary….and I too am so thankful Alexis is here safe and sound. Your photography is amazing….everyone who comes into the mission office sees it!!!
Well I’ve started the day crying now. What’s happened to me? Yay Alexis!
Ohhhh, this made me cry! It was so touching! Wow, Melissa, you really did capture so many emotions of the day! These pictures will be treasures forever!
Oh man you’ve got me crying *again*
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