But on a more serious note...
But on a more serious note...
I’ve been catching up with a lot of families around Snohomish County lately, and the common thread is that 2025 was just... heavy. It wasn’t always a specific crisis, but more of a "mindset” crisis. Between the headlines and the economy, it felt like we were all collectively holding our breath, waiting for the world to settle down before it felt safe move forward with life again. While trapped in survival mode, the very things that add life to a family—the adventures, vacation, the photos, the shared dreams—often get pushed to the "we’ll worry about that later" pile.
Things happen, and it’s okay to admit that. Sometimes, the reasons we stall aren't just "excuses"—they are legitimate, external weights. But here is the hard truth: even when the big thing in your way isn’t your fault, it’s still your problem to solve. To be honest, my family felt this deeply last year, too. We had our moments of being overwhelmed by the "crazy." But eventually, you have to find a quiet moment, process the weight, and decide to get moving—because no one else is coming to do it for you.
In my recent conversations, I’m seeing a shift. People are finding the other side of "their big thing." The consensus is that they see 2025 as the dead-weight anchor holding them down. It's a fresh year, and now they're ready to cut the chain, cast it off the weight, and plot a course. Yes, these feelings are part of each New Year, but can we agree there is something unique about this particular transition from 2025 to 2026? Are you feeling it too?
If you spent 2025 just trying to keep your head above water, this is for you. If you realize you’ve neglected your family’s "visual legacy"—the portraits that tell your story and the milestones that deserve to be captured—I’d love to help you breathe some life back into those memories. Milestones mean more when they come on the heels challenging point in the journey. They aren't just markers of where you are, but proof of what you made it through.
Family is about more than just surviving the latest news cycle; it’s about the thriving life you build together despite whatever may come. If 2025 took more than it gave, let’s change the narrative. I’d love to help your family reclaim your footing and story.
Message me when you’re ready to get moving!