Newborn Valentine Photos

Devin and Callie’s family photos are proof that it is possible to have (successful and frameable) family  photos in twenty minutes and have fun in the process.  Necessity is the mother of invention, you see.  Between my unfortunately tight schedule in Jerusalem, Devin’s work responsibilities, and two adorably cooperative but increasingly hungry and tired children, the clock started ticking…

She squirmed away from her mom. So quickly, it almost looked easy. Who needed a new jacket, anyway? The old one was perfectly fine. Miki, for one, didn’t mind that her tumble in the mud puddle had “ruined” the turquoise. Mom did.  She’s the one who wanted Miki to change outfits.  Miki wasn’t super excited…

Katie, originally uploaded by jenniferpinkerton.

When moving to a new place, there is one important concept to master: assimilation. There’s truth to the adage “when in Rome, do as the Romans do.” (Within reason, of course.) For Marian and Ryan (formerly of Arizona and most recently transplanting from Alabama), their key to success in Idaho is going native. In this…