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I am always honored to be asked to do a littlest hero's photo session.
This one was particularly fun, I got to photograph two little ones. Oliver and his big cousin Mila.
Oliver's parents found out that he had Down Syndrome when Mari was just four months pregnant. "We felt very anxious throughout the rest of the pregnancy but as soon as he arrived we fell in love and the fears dissipated. Oliver had to spend a few weeks in the NICU because he had pulmonary hypertension and wasn't able to keep his oxygen levels high enough. He has a heart defect that will hopefully resolve on its own without surgery. He is a delightful baby. He just started smiling and cooing and we are enjoying every moment with him."
This is about the time that I was paid one of the best compliments EVER. I am not sure where it came from, maybe her mom was trying to bribe her into the kitchen so I could get some images of Oliver by himself. But Mila said that I was better than Pancakes. That's right, Pancakes are no match for me. I am better than Pancakes. It was nice to hear, I have a new mantra.
I can't get enough of those freckles. Mila is such a cute little munchkin!
Sweet little Oliver. He was such a good sport. He seemed to be perfectly happy to let me photograph him. No fussing, a totally happy baby. It is no wonder his parents fell in love.
Oliver and family, thank you for an amazing session! Mila and Oliver, you two are just beautiful. A delight to be around and of course, I think you are better than pancakes too!
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Thank you so much Sara! We love them!
(08.26.10)This series with Oliver, Mila and Mari is so well done. You've captured some amazing expressions. Beautiful!
(08.26.10)Of course you do, that darling boy of yours makes my job so easy!
(08.26.10)As the proud grandpa of the two beautiful kids, I have to say your art is itself a wonderful addition to the world. Thank you much. Rick
(08.26.10)Mari's friend Lauren passed this link on to me -- I love love loved seeing this set! Sara, your photos are beautiful. Ollie and Mila, you are gorgeous!!!! Mari, I think you are so cool :) xoxoxox--Kh
(08.27.10)Thank you Lana!
(08.27.10)Wow, Rich that is so nice to hear. Thank you for your kind words and thank you for having such a wonderful family!
(08.27.10)Thank you Karyn, it is so nice to get feedback. I love what I do and when other people appreciate it, it makes it that much better. And I agree, Mari is pretty cool.
(08.27.10)What wonderful pictures. I'm sure they will be treasured for years to come.
(08.27.10)Thank you Elizabeth, I hope so!
(08.27.10)Hi Sara, I'm Ollie's dad. These photos are better than we could have imagined, but of course we don't possess your considerable talent! Thank you so much for being involved with Littlest Heroes, we wouldn't have found you otherwise. - Phokham
(08.27.10)Hello Phokham, you have a darling little boy. I am so happy to have had the chance to spend time with him and your sweet wife too. Congratulations on your beautiful family!
(08.27.10)I love your work and Oliver and his cousin are just absolutely precious in your shots! You have captured the love of all and the beauty of simplicity in your works. God Bless!
(09.02.10)Thank you Jenny!
(09.02.10)Sara, my friend had a baby with downs. He is seven months old. Iwanted to share some of your photos with her. Could you send to her at Casslong@gmail.com. How can I send her othersmom
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