Life with three curly-headed teenage daughters is a full-on adventure, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything (okay… maybe one quiet weekend, a nap, and a pantry that stays stocked longer than 12 hours). My oldest has left for college, and I’m somewhere between bursting with pride and Googling “how to let go without sobbing in public.”

My middle daughter has fully launched her teenage career as a Riverdale HS cheerleader, and as she tackles high school, it’s clear that cheer is no longer an activity—it’s a full-blown lifestyle. We’re talking giant bows, constant glitter explosions, and a calendar that makes my head spin and my coffee cup shake.

Then there’s my youngest, who’s giving us a daily dose of hustle with softball and competitive swimming. If she’s not sliding into home plate, she’s racing laps like a mini Olympian—and somehow still manages to leave behind a trail of wet towels, cleats, and empty snack wrappers.

Oh, and did I mention I’m also a full-time maternity and newborn photographer. When I’m not running to games, practices, or drying another load of laundry, I’m in my cozy studio capturing the sweetest baby yawns, squishy newborn poses, and glowing mamas-to-be. It’s a dream job that I absolutely love—but let’s be real, it takes some serious juggling. Balancing diaper changes one minute and cheer competitions the next should be an Olympic event in itself.

With a house full of strong-willed, curly-haired girls, every day feels like a mix of beauty pageant, pep rally, swim meet, and snack-time showdown. And smack dab in the middle of it all is the love of my life—my high school sweetheart and the only man in a sea of estrogen and detangler. He deserves a trophy… or at least his own bathroom.

Life is loud, chaotic, and bursting with love—and I’m just out here doing my best to capture precious memories for my clients, cheer for my girls, and maybe—just maybe—drink a hot cup of coffee while it’s still warm.

Oh, and the beach is my ultimate happy place!