Easter!

It was nice to be home for Easter this year.  We started off the day by going to church and then had some family come over for lunch.  My cousin had a baby 2 years ago and I finally got to meet her!  She's adorable and I love love love her.  I hate missing out on family things because of living on the east coast, but I am so glad I got to meet Marlie this Easter!

Dad, Marlie, and Kristen.

She wasn't too sure about the turtles at fist but eventually warmed up to them.  "Move turtle, move!"

Adult Easter Egg hunt.

Kaden the Explorer

I didn't do much when I was home last week.  I did a lot of relaxing, hanging out with mom, and not much catching up with friends...I'll do more of that when I'm home in June!  I did go to San Juan with one of my best friends Kim and her son Kaden.  Kaden is a total boy.  Loves to explore and not very into posing for pictures.  He is so cute and I love him so much. I wish I could spend more time with him but for now I will cherish our San Juan Capistrano memories.  Oh, how much does he look like his mom?!  Dad too, but a lot like mom.

I love his pouty lips :)

See you guys in June! xoxo.

Senior Portraits Part 2

Patrick and I had a lot of fun taking pictures around Lake Mission Viejo.  He was such a trooper and was open to anything I asked him to try.  I love all of the pictures we took and am having a hard time picking out my favorites, so I'm sure I'll devote another post to his senior portraits.  I love you Pat!

Senior Portraits

Taking pictures of this young man today was a reminder of the harsh reality that I'm getting OLD!  Jared has been friends with my youngest brother since they were in kindergarten, and now they are both stressed about what college they should choose...WEIRD!  Jared is no different than any of his family members.  He's fun, laid back, and full of life, which made it so fun to take these pictures...enjoy!

They're not bad looking...

I went to the Tide Pools in Dana Point to take pictures of Andrew and Caitlin.  We had a lot of fun walking around and exploring.  I love these two together, and I love their love for each other.  One of my favorite things to do when I'm home is to head to Dana Point with A and C because I know I'm in for a good time.  Here are some pictures we took at the beach...