The kyrouz family

Admittedly this was my first extended family session (we all have our firsts at some point, right?). This session was the day after Thanksgiving, with no flexibility in date or time due to family flying out of town. We were nervous about the weather (would it rain, snow?), the temperature, the winds, and the sun due to the time of day. I reassured the family that despite the lack of control over the weather we would make it work and have a blast at the same time.
Well, we didn't get snow or rain, but we did get all the forces of the wind and direct, mid-day harsh sunlight with no real open shaded areas. I'm sharing this, because my job as a photographer is to advise you on the best times of day to have a session for that perfect golden hour lighting, to help chose a location with that frame worthy background, and to reschedule (under normal circumstances) when the weather calls for it. With all that being said, another part of my job is to make the absolute best out of a session with less then favorable conditions and to still capture memories for your family to cherish.
We were freezing and the family was running back and forth in between photos to warm up their hands and snuggle in jackets. We were adjusting hair flying all over the place. I was moving this family all around trying to get out of that harsh cool winter sun. With all that I can tell you, we were laughing, cracking jokes, and having a blast. 
THIS is why I do what I do. I love my families, I love capturing all those in between "the scenes" moments and I love a good challenge. I look at these images and smile because they capture all the dynamics of this family, their love and the crazy fun experience we shared together.