Szubinski Family | Michigan Lifestyle/Newborn Session | Fort Worth, TX Photographer

I remember meeting Lizzie back when she was in High School.  I’d met her parents by becoming a patron of their printing business, and they’d decided long before I had, that I was going to marry their son, Jonathan.  My Mother-in-law kept finding reasons to invite me to family parties, outings, etc., where I was the only non-family member.  Being honest – it was awkward.  But for those who had the privilege of knowing Lynn, she had a way of drawing you in.  Making you say yes to things you’d usually say no to.  She had a quirky, fun and spontaneous way of making complete strangers feel like old friends in a matter of minutes.  So, it’s fair to say – I fell in love with my husband’s parents, long before I fell in love with him.

When I was the newest guest at the table, I recall how Lizzie made me feel welcome.  She was quiet, at first, but made me laugh… and I liked her right away.  Though she was much younger, she was mature and generous.  Which made becoming a part of her big, boisterous Italian family so much easier.  Yes, my in-laws had it right.  I married their son 18 months after meeting their family. 🙂

But that was then – this is now.  Lizzie has created a beautiful life of her own.  One I got to share, albeit briefly, on a cold Michigan day in late November 2013.  I got to meet her daughter.  See where she and Jeff call home… and document some sweet family moments.   And it was:  truly. picture. perfect.

So meaningful:  Grandma’s Rose.
Hebrews 12:1 “we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses.”
Grateful to be a part of your family, Lynn.  Truly, truly grateful.

Adoration.

One of my favorite B&W’s to date.

Ok, so I love seeing myself here;).

Big sister <3

We say so much, with just a simple touch.