ATLANTA LEGACY SESSION: REBECCA + MAREN

I’m not sure what it is about getting older, but it stops you in your tracks and makes you realize how time is a thief. As I approached my 40s, I began to see my parents in a different way as they started to age. What was once a season of them caring for us and making sure we had our needs met has now changed. We, their kids, are now the ones making sure they are taken care of. We’re their Uber drivers, taking them to doctor appointments, ensuring they’re taking their vitamins, making sure they’re okay, making sure they’re eating, getting enough rest, and so on.

A few weeks ago, I met with Maren over lunch. As we sat at the restaurant, surrounded by the aroma of delicate Middle Eastern seasonings and enjoying some amazing Persian food, we talked about life and, of course, weddings. Maren is a talented Atlanta wedding planner with Toast Events.

As she discussed her mom with me, I could tell how close and special their relationship is. They live in the same building and often take coffee breaks and dog walks in their neighborhood. How sweet is that?!? There is so much emphasis on capturing mothers with their babies, toddlers, and teens, but as kids grow older, those photos tend to only happen at big milestone events. I truly believe these sessions are important, but I also feel there needs to be an emphasis on photo sessions with your loved ones as they age. And these sessions, my friend, are called “Legacy Sessions.”

If you are interested in booking a Legacy Session please contact me