Two of my favorite things all in one place! Celebrating babies and coffee! Bailee & Gabriel’s baby shower took place at Goldberry Coffee in Ashland, was so sweet.

I arrived as a familiar face to no one, but within minutes it was clear this was the kind of gathering where that didn’t matter. I had so much fun talking with the mom and dad to be, Bailee’s grandparents, and even her sweet niece. Baby Samuels is coming into a family full of love, and that was so apparent in the way everyone traveled in to surround them and celebrate him.

What stood out most was how welcoming everyone was. Family members and friends made a point to include me in conversations, asking questions, sharing stories, and creating an atmosphere that felt relaxed and genuine.

Bailee & Gabriel, thank you for trusting me to step into this moment with you and document such a special day. Your baby is already surrounded by so much love, and it was an honor to capture the beginning of that story.