Almost 3 years to the date after we photographed the Overby’s in the orchard their family was a part of planting and starting, Mom Jennifer, Father Josh, Natalie, Eli and their latest addition, Jaden Overby were photographed among the audacious blossoms of the peach trees. This season, the orchard exploded and we were thrilled to see this family for a very special and timely photo session.

Natalie and Eli have grown so much in three years; time will do that, you know, but their personalities have only developed more and they were so sweet with their new little brother, Jaden. Check out the side-by-side images of these two cuties. I especially love how Natalie has moved from “hair bow” to “statement necklace” in three short calendar flips. As the mother of a boy, I love noticing these little shifts.

Jennifer is a descendant of the family who planted the orchard and they also live next to it. Heritage is important to this family, as is legacy and I would be remiss if I didn’t mention that this session was scheduled around the time that Jennifer’s father became very ill. We offered to reschedule the session so that the family could spend time together, but her father’s wish was to see photos that included Jaden, the youngest of all of his grandchildren.

Only a few days after we showed the family the portraits, Jennifer’s father passed, but not without being able to see the family portraits with his new grandson, and in a place he knew and loved so well.

To end on a happier note, Jaden is a close to perfect baby. Not one tear, not one cry for the entire session. More often than not, this happy little man was grinning and giggling and we love that he is not only a part of this terrific family, but was able to be in the orchard that day and during that time. We send nothing but blessings for the future for this family.

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