When I asked Savannah what she wanted to do for her 12th birthday she said a small party at home with a few close friends.

She also asked for pizza, Dad’s famous ice cream cake, and a dress-up photoshoot with the girls.

I’m happy to abide these simple requests not only for the ease but also for the joy of capturing these pretty hearts.

On the verge of adolescence and self-discovery,

may these carefree moments stay with them always…

reminding them of who they already are: precious and loved.