We were up in Nebraska a few weeks ago to do some more large group portraits. As lovely as it is to have everyone in the same picture, my favorites are the ones that showcase the individual emotions of individual people. This is what family life is really about...

Laughter.

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Tears.

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Playfulness.

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Tenderness.

2012-08 Karen & David (192 of 208) Big kids.

2012-08 Karen & David (131 of 208) Little kids.

2012-08 Karen & David (167 of 208) Babies.

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Growing up before our eyes...

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Daddies.

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Mommies.

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Families.

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Grandma.

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2012-08 Karen & David (80 of 208) Knowing everything about one another...

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Keeping a sense of humor...

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Choosing to care for and love one another.

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Isn't this the beautiful stuff of life? No wonder I love photography.

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