You're wanted and loved more than you know...

I have known Julie for 15 years and during that time I have come to count Julie one of the most sweet, kind, and caring person I have had the privilege of having in my life. I believe if you asked other who know Julie they would all say the same. At her work, at UCR, she has been repeatedly honored with accolades - to put it bluntly Julie is a great person. I know that Julie loves kids - she has run children's camps for children in Moreno Valley and Riverside through her church for years. The thing is Julie didn't have any children but she absolutely wanted to

have that joy in her life. Like others she and her husband, although blessed in so many ways, were not blessed with children. Yes, there was a long road for both of them. Believe me, there was so much optimism and countless prayers but it just didn't happen. Through a lot of work, more prayer, and time Julie and Miguel were finally able to share their love with two very special and very lucky children.

Now was finally the time for FAMILY pictures. Julie contacted us to schedule and Shannon helped with wardrobe decision. We planned a session to capture portraits of this new family as they celebrate their first Christmas together. One thing Julie wanted was Christmas Cards with some of her family portraits. We discussed what she wanted the card to say and when she sent me the text - tears came to my eyes.

The card read, "We have waited so long for this special day, to hug them, to kiss them and say, "You're wanted and loved more than you know, a lifetime of memories as we watch you grow. You're someone to cherish, someone to love, a wonderful blessing from heaven above.""

We know that Julie and Miguel will give these children a lifetime of love, support, and care. We are so thankful that we got to be the first to take this sweet family's Family photos. Not only did we design Christmas Cards and a Canvas Wrapped mini-gallery to give to the new grandparents we also designed something special for Julie and Miguel to hang in their own home - a three image storyboard with frame that matches their home decor.