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We are so excited to announce the birth of our super cute baby boy Benjamin Lee. Ben was born last week on July 6th at 8:12am weighing in at 9 pounds on the nose and 21 inches tall. Everything went really well, and we are so happy that Ben has joined us. He is so even tempered, and really laid back – obviously he gets that from his dad.

Dustin was amazing during Ben’s birth and photographed the whole thing AND videotaped it on my iPhone4. He’s such a multi-tasker! We had to be at the hospital CRAZY early (5am!) for my scheduled c-section. I was tired, hungry and strapped up with crazy baby moniters. Dustin thought that would make for some pretty great pictures. Me… not so much.

And then it was go time! We headed to the OR and had ourselves a baby! They apparently gave me a little something to calm my nerves and it REALLY calmed my nerves.

And then at 8:12am our baby boy was born!

One of the nurses offered to take a few pictures for us as a family, and of Dusty and the baby. Poor thing was REALLY confused by our gear. Back button focus? Viewfinder not screen? huh? But she did a great job and I am so grateful for the photos she got of us and especially of this one of Dustin and Ben. It makes me happy.


It was nice to get some baby time with my boy. Then Ben was off for a bath… which apparently was not his favorite.

Then came one of the best parts of the day… Lauren meeting her new baby brother. She LOVES him and it just amazing to watch. Every morning the first thing she wants is Ben. She has also taken to telling us that she is the ONLY one who taken care of Ben… THE ONLY ONE! I find it pretty cute. I also like that she pets him like he’s her pet. It’s pretty adorable.

Ben and Lauren also had a little gift exchange. Ben brought Lauren a Buzz Lightyear (he’s such a thoughtful brother!) and Lauren brought Ben a silkie teddy bear. I think they both enjoyed their gifts.

We are so happy about our Benny boy, and are so happy to have our little family. Thank you to our family and friends for all of the love and support you’ve given us. And a huge thanks to my clients for your patience at this time. We are slowly getting back to our computers, but we really like this baby boy… he’s pretty fun to look at and snuggle and kiss and love. I mean…hello! He’s pretty irresistible!

Tags: Around the Office, Benjamin Lee, birth photography, My cute husband, my family, personal, Sarah Maren Photography

Just a reminder that on (or before) July 6th we are welcoming a new baby into our family! Sarah will be away from the office through most of July – but email, phone calls and inquiries will be handled by our office manager. Consultations will be available in August, and we will be available for shooting beginning in September. We have a few fall and winter dates available for weddings in 2010, and are actively booking 2011 as well. Please contact us for more information. We are excited to meet our little man, and will be sharing pictures soon after his arrival. Thank you for your patience, support and love!

Dear Cute Husband,

Today you turn 31. And if I do say so myself, you are pretty darn cute. I am grateful every single day that I get to wake up next to you because you are the perfect beginning to every day. I love you so much for all of the beauty you have brought into my life. You made me a wife and a mother (twice!) and a much, much better person. Thank you for being you – the perfect guy, my best friend, the one I laugh most with, the one who mocks my crazy bed head, the best kisser ever, the selfless guy who rubs my swollen preggo feet even after you’ve spent all day shooting a wedding too, the kitchen dancer, the dishes washer, the best partner ever, and the person I love very best in the whole entire universe. You are everything, and I can’t thank you enough for being mine. Happy birthday Mister!! I love you lots! You are my friend.

Love, Me

Tags: Dustin, My cute husband, personal, Sarah Maren Photography

For Easter this year our friendly, neighborhood Easter Bunny brought LJ her first big girl bike. Oh my gosh, all I can say is good job Easter Bunny! LJ is a BIG fan of her hot pink princess bike, and hasn’t even given us grief about wearing the helmet because, again, PRINCESSES! This was her on a cold Easter morning as she took her bike for it’s maiden voyage.

She has been riding every day that the weather has allowed for it, and I have to say it just makes me really happy. My bike was my prized possession as a kid, and it looks like LJ has started a love affair of her own.

Tags: Lauren Jillian, my husband Dustin, my kid, My Life, personal, Sarah Maren Photography