The Sweet Life

After a few years of photographing little ones, I can honestly say that this little guy deserves a medal. Of ALL the babies, toddlers and children that I’ve had the great pleasure to work with, Jackson will always come to mind as the biggest trooper, the most patient, and just an all around stellar guy.

“Why?” you ask…Well, let me tell you.

Yesterday I drove to Austin for a session with this California-based family. Last night Jackson fell and hit his head. Not only did his mommies have to wake him Every. Single. Hour. last night to make sure he was concussion-free, they also had to deal with a tummy bug that he managed to pick up during their week here in Texas. The majority of which managed to strike DURING our session.

But can you tell that he had just thrown up? Look at those laughing blue eyes…

Somewhere in here he threw up in the kitchen (TMI, I know…but you *have* to understand the conditions he was having to perform under today).

Then we loaded up for the Austin Arboretum (with lots of towels, just in case) and grabbed a few more sweet images.

(and then he threw up again, just as their car was pulling away and heading for home).

*Sigh*. Poor little guy. I mean, if we had a few more days we could have rescheduled, but their flight for home leaves tomorrow (can you imagine that flight? Julie and Lori-I am sending you strength and easy-travel vibes!).

So, given what this guy had going on in his system, and the amazing results that came of it…I am, without a doubt, naming Jackson From California our first Sugar’s Subject of the Year.

Ta-Dah! (Oh yeah, and all the accolades and honors that come along with that…of which I draw a complete blank).

Love you Jackson! Hope you are feeling better!!!