sara e rose photography

jack is 9 months

January 26, 2012 By sara 1 Comment

My little buddy Jack came to see me early Saturday morning out in Franklin. He just turned 9 months so it was time to visit with Ms Sara again. And, boy was he HAPPY about it!! OR, was it….something else? Maybe a combination of things but one of those things had to be because his photographer is so silly…or funny looking? lol

Jack has always been one of the most laid back chill babies since newborn so it was so fun to see his grins get real big and giggles come straight from the tummy. It was adorable!! I LOVED the clothing choices mom came with. You really can’t go wrong with anything from Mini Boden! And, I am absolutely loving stripes this year. Who ever said stripes aren’t good for photography was crazy. :)

Anyway, my babies are still happy happy this month! It’s cold and sometimes dreary and they are all smiles!! I sure am lucky!

Next up is the BIG ONE YEAR! Where or where did this year go big guy? See you soon my sweet sweet happy friend…..

X’s and O’s, sararose

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fam(ily) personal blog

January 25, 2012 By sara 1 Comment

It’s been 7 months. Seven whole months since my Grandma Sally went to be with the Lord. Seven months ago that I would get a call that would change my life forever. And, Seven whole months of being completely grateful for what I have, who surrounds me, what I have been blessed with, what has been difficult, all the lessons, all the struggles, all of it. Waking up everyday since then *trying* not to take one single moment for granted. Have there been days that I have failed miserably? No doubt about it. But, everyday I try.

Since my boys were babies we would travel to Murfreesboro every week to have lunch with my Grandma Spears. No matter what we went. Then life happened and excuses and work and other things kept us from visiting. Then…7 months ago happened. What in the world? I was reminded in a very very difficult way that we are not guaranteed tomorrow. No matter how healthy or young you may be it may be your time. It may be your grandmothers time. And, then I was reminded by Him that we all still have so much to live for and be grateful for. There was still another Angel here on Earth. My grandma Spears. So, our weekly visits started back up.

Our visits are filled with soul food, hugs, laughter, sometimes tears, but always…ALWAYS…love. I am so grateful that she is still here and that my boys get to feel her love as I did growing up and still do today. There is something truly special about a grandmother. Lucky I had two of the most amazing ones.

Someone asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. Simple. I want to be a Great Grandma one day….

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lucas is 6 months

January 24, 2012 By sara Leave a Comment

Oh, how I adore this 6 month old little boy! Sweet Lucas. He sure makes me work hard to get him to show me that precious smile, but it’s an hour or so I enjoy very much!

The Factory seems to be the place to be this month because the weather outside hasn’t been the best. Although, I say that as I look outside to the most beautiful sunshine! Anyway, I will be out there soon enough. BUT, I wanted to get this guys sweet session up for he and his family to enjoy. I asked mom what his favorite thing to do was and both parents chimed in “on the changing table”. So, guess what…to his back he goes and silly sararose standing over him probably annoying everyone around but making one little boy smile so big! Hey, it’s my job. And, one I LOVE very very much. Lucas finally caved and showed me his silly self. I love that!

Of course back to his bum he goes because we needed to show how much he’s grown and serious boy comes back. But, I don’t care…he has the sweetest “serious” face in the world. And, those cheeks….just precious!

Definitely one of those families that I am so very thankful came into my life just 6 months ago! Lucky I get to watch Lucas grow and Lucky I get to watch these two be such amazing parents. It’s the best!

See you soon sweet boy!

X’s and O’s, sararose

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kate is 3 months

January 20, 2012 By sara Leave a Comment

Miss Kate may just win for one of the best 3 month sessions ever! She is definitely at the top of the list for sure! Momma timed it perfectly. I arrived, momma was watching dad finish up feeding sweet Kate and then we were ready to go! About 45 minutes later she was ready to take a nap, but for the entire time she was SO happy, SO smiley, SO sweet.

This age is tough only because they aren’t doing much and they have an extremely short period where they are willing participants of a photo shoot. So, I know going in that I have a good 30 minutes. Sometimes I get lucky and get an hour, but that is extremely rare! But, this little bug. I tell you what. If ever she stopped being smiley mom knew exactly what to do so within 2 minutes she was ready to go again. I love that Sarah already knows Kate’s sounds and cries. Each sound has a different need. You know that, right? Well, it’s true!

Anyway, sure am loving that all the sweet babies this month have been so very happy. Every single one. I just love them all. Lucky me to get to know so many and their sweet parents.

6 months is up next!! If you are this full of sunshine at 3 months I can only imagine your personality in 3 months! OH, I can’t wait!! See you soon beautiful baby girl!

X’s and O’s, sara rose

p.s. HAPPY WEEKEND EVERYONE!!!

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evelyn is 9 months

January 19, 2012 By sara 1 Comment

I swear I photograph THE most precious, beautiful and happy babies in Middle Tennessee! It has been dreadfully cold outside but I have yet to witness “sad face” from any one of them. Every.single.one of the babies lately have been so happy and just grinning from ear to ear. I sure am a lucky gal.

One of my favorite families met me at the Factory this past Saturday so we could celebrate little Evelyn turning 9 months. If you have been following my blog for any length of time you would know that 9 months is definitely at the top of my list of “favorite sessions”. The babies aren’t running from me yet, definitely sitting up all tall and proud and they most certainly become expressive in their faces & hands. Lots of giggles, lots of squinty faces, lots of bubbles and some are even moving their bodies from side to side from hearing music. It’s such a great time in the baby’s first year!! And, definitely one I love to capture for parents.

Anyway, we just had the best time. So great that we even stayed together after the session just to catch up for a bit. Did I also mention I have the best client friends too? Well, I do.

Sure can’t believe next time we meet Evelyn will be ONE!! Looking forward to seeing her on her actual 1st birthday! See you soon sweet bunny lovin’ doll!

X’s and O’s, sararose

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nicole + matt expecting hunter

January 19, 2012 By sara Leave a Comment

Be you! That is the name of the game when it comes to this session and I hope for all future SRP sessions. I have a What to Wear on my blog and part of me wants to re-work the whole thing. I love giving some suggestions to clients on what to wear, but I have found that when people be themselves and dress how they would normally dress….it works! They are comfortable and it helps the session become a success.

Meet Nicole + Matt and their soon to be son Hunter! Precious and photogenic, eh? YES! I love that mom stayed simple. It worked with their personalities and the feel of the whole maternity session. I am GUILTY of over thinking outfits and then getting photos back and going…ugh….”that is so not me”. Don’t fall victim to that. Just because it worked for “her” doesn’t mean it works for “you”. Ya know?!

I had a big challenge this day because I was shooting two maternity sessions back to back. I am pretty big on folks photos not looking identical. Sure I have a formula and do some of the same poses, but I *try* to make them personal and unique every single session. I believe I succeeded and I am pretty darn happy with the results.

This next year sure is going to be awesome with all the sweet babies well on their way! Loving that I have lots of little friends expecting baby sisters or baby brothers. And, I am loving that I am meeting all of these new wonderful families! The SRP family is growing by the day and it’s just one awesome Blessing that I am SO very thankful for.

See you soon little Hunter! You and I are going to be the BEST of buds…you just wait!

X’s and O’s, sararose

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kim + jim expecting parker

January 19, 2012 By sara Leave a Comment

In one day I got to photograph two of my favorite things — a 9 month old and maternity sessions! Yes, TWO maternity sessions in one day PLUS a 9 month old. For lack of a better word and one that I use probably way too much — it.was.AWESOME! First up was this precious duo, about to be trio. Sweet Kim and Jim who are expecting their first child, first son…Parker. Don’t you think they are going to be fun parents? Definitely going to have a stylin’ little dude.

I met them early in Franklin this past Saturday. I joked as they were walking up “did you bring your whole closet?”. I would have done the same thing. Loved what they chose to wear. Especially Kim’s red and white top!! So cute! For the record and for future momma’s to be..wear prints. They are fun and really POP during maternity sessions.

Anyway, we had the best time laughing and getting to know each other. I am really looking forward to watching Parker grow and getting to know this sweet family of soon to be THREE over this next year!

Welcome to the SRP family guys! It’s a wonderful family to be a part of!

X’s and O’s, sararose

alvie + blaise

January 17, 2012 By sara Leave a Comment

I’ve met lots of new friends lately that I am so excited to introduce to you! And, can I just go ahead and get it out of the way….THIS family wins for “best names ever”. I mean, seriously. Are they not so cute? Alvie Rose & Blaise! Precious. I told Alvie that “did you know that MY name is sararose?”. She just smiled. I sure do love meeting new little friends.

This session was scheduled because Blaise had turned 5 months, but because it was my first time meeting them all I chose to spend lots of time with them as a family. Got to spend some time with Blaise. His giggles were ridiculous. In a great way. And, I got to spend a little time in Alvie’s room. She shared with me her beloved rock collection. Adorable I tell you WHAT! Then, I just wanted her be a “kid” and with moms permission she got to jump on her bed! You would have thought I’d given her the best gift ever. It was priceless. And, pretty sure I made a friend for life.

I am really looking forward to spending some more time as we finish out Blaise’s first year and hopefully beyond. What a wonderful family that I now can call my friends!

See you soon sweet W family!

X’s and O’s, sararose

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carter brand new

January 17, 2012 By sara 1 Comment

I know lots of folks who have been waiting on me to share this sweet boy and his family! And, I apologize for the delay….the darn cold that has been making its way through every household visited mine late Sunday and decided to linger for a day or so. Hopefully all is well and I am on may way back to my normal spunky healthy self! But, couldn’t think of a better way to revive my soul than to blog about one precious newborn boy who I knew was going to make a big impact even before he was born just two weeks ago.

Introducing Sweet Carter.

I have been photographing this family for about two years now. It’s so wonderful the transition I have been so blessed to witness. A young family of three, to expecting their first son and now a perfect family of four. I was really excited about this session.

I always chat with momma’s before their newborn shoot because unlike a lot of other newborn photographers in the area who have studios I shoot 100% at clients home. I think it makes it easier on the families…especially babies. It’s not for everyone, but for the families that I photograph it works perfectly. Anyway, I always have a “plan” and with the help of momma, milk and a sleepy baby things tend to go fairly easy. Momma said “he sleeps…all.the.time” Guess what? Carter didn’t want to sleep. Well, I take that back. Little man had no desire to be naked, so for 1 second that he was comfy I got a naked baby shot, but the rest…well, we just kept him swaddled. And, honestly…I think it worked out perfectly. He is such a sweet sweet soul.

Lucky to call this wonderful family my dear friends. This next year of watching Carter grow and getting to spend so much time with Livy is going to be amazing!! Until next time my sweet little friends!

X’s and O’s, sararose

cole is 9 months

January 13, 2012 By sara Leave a Comment

Happy SNOW day, friends?! That is somewhat of an exaggeration. If you are in middle Tennessee you will be able to understand where this sarcasm is coming from. For those of you that do not live in the area…where I am there is a speck of snow on the ground and they called schools out. Quite silly if you ask me. Not so fun to have a “snow day” when there isn’t actually any snow to be found, eh? And, it’s quite chilly outside to do much else but stay bundled inside. So, that’s what we’ve done today while I have tried to catch up on some editing and now blogging!! And, that leads me to this precious precious 9 month old and his darling big brother!

Not sure you can really forget this duo. You may remember Cole from his 6 month session with that adorable Owl hat! Yes, one of my all time favorite shots. You can’t quite beat October, beautiful fall colors and an adorable baby. But, I am starting to believe no matter the weather outside all you need are these two cuties to make a successful session.

We met mid morning on Monday at the Factory in Franklin and just had the best time. I love big brother Grants sweet but curious personality. And, I love Cole’s big infectious smile. It’s definitely one of the best. I always have such a great time with this family. It sure does make me sad that the next time I’ll see them will be at the big ONE year! But, good things to come…we are bringing the whole family back together for some fun Spring photos. Really looking forward to that.

See you soon sweet sweet boys!

X’s and O’s, sararose

p.s. wishing everyone a wonderful weekend!! I get to photograph a beautiful 9 month old baby girl and TWO maternity sessions. Going to be amazing! I wish the same for you.