The {Love} of a Family.

Since having children of my own, experiencing the distance that life can put between siblings after my sister moved to Alberta (I still miss her dearly!) and seeing how important grandparents are in the lives and tapestry of a family’s life … I can honestly say there is nothing more important as the love and closeness of a family.

And there’s something to be said about a long-lasting marriage in today’s society, don’t you think? Wendy & Barry celebrated their 36th wedding anniversary with a gift of photography from their four children, children in law and grandchildren …

Where it all began …

And four beautiful children and 36 years later …

(Don’t worry, guys, I have a more formal photo than this but I loved this shot with all the smiles … and Talia’s serious look … she thinks you’re all nuts …)

Most of you will recognize my gorgeous, darling friend, Tamara and her awesome family. Tamara and I share lots of stories of our “interesting” lives as moms to many little ones – she’s a precious friend and I just love sharing our journey together!  What a gorgeous gang, eh? Do they not look too young to have kids?! You guys really made my job easy. And HELLO. I LOVE all the pink!

Happy six months, Elleora – you are such a precious gift from God!!

Gavriel has a pretty big job, protecting all his little sisters …

and adorable little Roan …

{awww…}

It was awesome photographing your family, Wendy & Barry! Happy (belated) anniversary. xo

September 2, 2010 - 7:54 pm

mustang lover A Freudian slip is when you say one thing but mean your sister.

August 31, 2010 - 10:54 pm

Mich Beautiful pics Gillian of such a wonderful family. Happy Anniversary Wendy and Barry!! Tamara, your family is so precious and I too, LOVE the PINK!!!

August 29, 2010 - 4:54 pm

maryann Lovely photos of my sister her family. i have seen a lot of your work and your photos are simply amazing!

August 29, 2010 - 12:46 pm

Michelle O’Bonham Lovely photos as always. We’re a smashingly gorgeous group!

August 28, 2010 - 10:43 pm

Jennifer G Great pictures! It looks like it was a really fun shoot!

August 27, 2010 - 10:30 pm

Cathy Bray Alot of love in this family! : )

August 27, 2010 - 9:23 pm

Lynda Stade Dear Barry & Wendy. I LOVE these photos. I’m not sure which two boys are the Barry “Juniors”!!!! These are GREAT photos.
Love you both…it’s has been a great 36 years, hasn’t it.
Love Lynda

August 27, 2010 - 9:21 pm

Lynda Stade Dear Barry & Wendy. I LOVE the photos. I’m not sure which two boys are the Barry “Juniors” 🙂 These are GREAT photos.
Love you both…..36 years….it’s been great hasn’t it 🙂

August 27, 2010 - 7:50 pm

Janet Walsh HAPPY ANNIVERSARY WENDY AND BARRY: 37YEARS HAVE GONE BY SO FAST AND YOU HAVE DONE WELL WITH ALL THOSE BEAUTIFUL CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN.
SORRY TO HAVE MISSED YOUR SPECIAL DAY, BUT DO WANT TO SEND SOME MANY MORE GREAT WISHES AND MEMORIES FOR THE NEXT 37YRS.

August 27, 2010 - 7:47 pm

Rebecca McLaren Such a sweet family! Love the pictures and love all the little girls in pink, so cute!

August 27, 2010 - 6:02 pm

Wendy Thank you Gillian, for doing such a great job with so many people and personalities. We were all so excited for the shoot and we were not disappointed, thank you again for capturing this time in our family’s life.

August 27, 2010 - 5:17 pm

Christine Taylor Great family photos, and I love the pink, looks great.

August 27, 2010 - 4:53 pm

Tabitha Awwwww – I too have known the Bonham’s since high school (well…Jeremy, at least!!) – and I absolutely love these photos!!! Such an amazing family!!! Gorgeous Gillian!!! And such BEAUTIFUL children!!!

August 27, 2010 - 4:43 pm

Deanne I have known the Bonhams for years. From the picture of Wendy & Barry to pictures of the kids and grandkids.
Gillian, you have captured in a picture what this family says to each other through their eyes ” I Love you”

August 27, 2010 - 4:41 pm

Deanne I have known the Bonhams for years. What a beautiful picture of you and Barry and then those beautiful children and grandchildren.
Gillian has captured in a picture what this family says to each other every time they see each other ” I love you”

August 27, 2010 - 4:31 pm

Keri Love them!!! Such a beautiful family Tamara!!!