So much can happen in a year. Some of us know more than others what this can mean. It can mean tremendous growth, it can mean large gains, it can mean great loss…it can mean all of those and so many more. One thing I do know for sure, having a little nugget like Ella in your arms makes life joyful no matter what! You may recognize this mama and dada from my wedding posts a few years ago when I photographed their wedding, or from their newborn session with Ella last winter when she was a tiny little peanut, see that blog post here:https://tarahamer.wpengine.com/2019/03/ella-rae-swampscott-ma-lifestyle-newborn-session/ Talk about incredible growth! Can you even believe this is the same kid? She has had a busy year of growing, moving, babbling, eating new foods, bringing incredible joy to her mama and dada all along – and mama and dada have grown closer through those longs nights, balancing work and family, balancing caring for each other and caring for their child – and caring for their families. They have all grown so much over the last year, from nervous, exhausted new parents into confident, experienced parents – and my heart is so full being able to document the milestones. XO