Look at me! I'm on a roll! I could get used to this...
A couple weeks ago I returned 'home' (my hometown Pendleton) for a shoot with friends. Chuck and Lori are so great. I had been looking forward to this shoot.  I've known Chuck (aka Boog) from at least the 5th grade when we were at the same grade school, and of course had classes with him through junior high and high school.  His wife Lori is awesome! When we met for lunch to discuss plans for the shoot, we ended up talking for a couple hours and I didn't want to leave! The kids, Rosey, Chauncey, and Clara are so fun. Each with their own unique personality.

We started our shoot with everyone dressed in their Native American regalia. I was so excited to take their pictures out at the Cultural Center. We aimed for some traditional Lee Moorehouse recreations, with of course a little Tana Teel Twist. I couldn't help but catch some relaxed moments with the kids.

 This is the spot Chuck and Lori got married. What a beautiful spot!

 After a nice lunch and a quick change of clothes, we headed up river to the Sams' family's property. This is the spot he spent many happy childhood moments. I really enjoyed his stories; like how this old cat was his 'tank' and that Boog has a picture of his grandparents standing together in the same spot he and Lori are standing. Okay, yes, I did start to tear up.  I LOVE when special places and memories make their mark on our present moment.

This was truly so much fun on so many levels.  I loved hearing Boog tell his kids stories from his childhood as we stood on the very spot.  I enjoyed following the kids around as they explored. Clara made me laugh the entire time. Rosey was the quiet 'old soul' I could identify with, and Chauncey's stoic seriousness was so easily broken with his spontaneous smile. I hope I captured the love, closeness, and traditions that Boog and Lori and the kids shared with me.