the session that left me speechless

So, a few months ago I got a call from a grandma. She was interested in buying a gift certificate for her daughter, son-in-law and their little boy. She explained to me how her son-in-law had recently found out that he had cancer, and that they would like to get a family photo taken rather quickly, before Scott lost his hair from treatments. I mailed out the gift certificate really hoping that I would be able to get them in soon. Then, one day a couple of weeks later as I was reading the paper I noticed Scott’s obituary. We never had time to do the family photos.

I was so glad when Lanessa called me a couple of weeks later and still wanted to schedule something for her and little “L”. What an amazing thing to be able to do during such a painful time. Thank you Lanessa for sharing Scott’s story with me and letting me capture a little bit of your special relationship with your sweet adorable little boy.

A few of him in the little corduroy sport coat his daddy had bought him…

5 Responses to “ the session that left me speechless ”

  1. Carrie Serna Says:

    That is absolutely heartbreaking. My thoughts and prayers are with Lanessa and “L”. Great pics.

  2. dani Says:

    I could hardly get past the first photo after reading your post. This beutiful little boy will make is daddy proud no doubt.

  3. Holly Says:

    Heartbreaking… My thoughts and prayers are with the family. What an absolutely gorgeous little man!

  4. Mandey : ) Says:

    You sure know how to capture life in pictures! I got goose bumps reading this story and seeing these beautiful pictures of this courageous mom with her sweet little boy! Thanks for sharing! :)

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