Because She's Only Five Once.

Ava and I snuck away last week together and did a little photo shoot. I love taking yearly pictures of my kids, it's something we love doing each year. One of the things that I'm most thankful for is that I learned how to use my camera well and even though I'm not doing photography "professionally" anymore I can still use my skills and have beautiful photographs of my family.

I've been taking their pictures since they were babies and then some and I love filling our home with their faces. 

Ava loved the focused one on one time with me. Which ended with a shopping trip & ice cream! I love her so, and most days I just look at her and can't believe how grown up she's gotten. 

I love that I was able to capture her missing tooth as well in these pictures. Another new phase and a beautiful way to remember it. 

Ava's outfit: dress| zulily headband | Banner Boutique

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