These two gorgeous girls and I secretly conspired on this photo shoot as a gift for their mom for Mother’s Day. With a warm breeze at our backs and sun in our faces, we wandered through the stunning Waveny Park, swooning over its beautiful old trees, tall grasses and charming architecture. We chatted about how their college semesters had gone and what they were planning for the summer—and a little about what they were dreaming about for their futures… It was heart-warming to hear them telling each other how pretty they looked and encouraging each other to let go and be in the moment. The results highlight not just their beauty but also their sweet and fun spirits and the special bond they have as sisters. The morning of Mother’s Day I eagerly waited to hear how the gift went over (I am pretty sure I was more excited for their mom than I was for myself this Mother’s Day!) and I was so thrilled to learn that she loved them (tears from the beautiful images and the thought behind the gift, all the effort to make her feel as special as she is). Photographs can be the very best gift, one that lasts a lifetime. What’s better than that??