i am so thrilled to have met the ratner's, and grateful they chose me to document this stage in their life. their sweet boys, max and ezra are almost identical in age to my two boys, and spending a saturday morning with them was very similar to the energy i would find in my own home with my family. 

i love the images as a whole, and am having a hard time chosing only a few to share, so if you'd like to see more, you can click HERE to view the slideshow. 

and, i have to share this very sweet and lovely note that alisa sent me:

"Dear Carrie, Wow...I don't even know where to begin! This slideshow is so beautiful, special, spectacular. The music is lovely. You are so talented. I am so glad i found you! I love the photos, they are so rich and say so much. I can't thank you enough. I can't wait for our next event or family photos. Also, let's keep connected about any letterpress stuff. Warmly, Alisa"

alisa in an artist, and works out of this very cool modern shed - inside she has a gorgeous vintage letterpress.