Hersey Family Reunion Adventure on Lake James, NC | Boone NC Photographer

I had the pleasure of photographing this fun-loving family last week when they reunited for the first time in many months. Debbie and her family live in Colorado while the others reside here in North Carolina, but they stay close and keep in touch through regular Skype sessions and facetime chats. 

I hear that it's customary for them to have breakfast together every morning from far away! Don't you just love technology and how it keeps us connected with loved ones?!

These next couple of weeks they get to be face-to-face for a change because this tight-knit bunch will be meeting up in Canada for a relaxing summer vacation. It's a trip they take every year together to reconnect and unwind.

Even though there is a great distance between the sisters, they still managed to sync their pregnancies. The girls, Elise & Leanora (2 years old), were only seven months apart; however, the second time around they were able to deliver their babies even closer together! The boys, Taylor & Eli (6 months old), were only two weeks apart!



That's some good timing! Seriously, how'd they do that?! hahaha

The Hersey Family Photography Adventure took place at their private residence on Lake James. This location was chosen because their home is a special place.

This is their dream home, and it's also where Barb's dearly departed sweetheart, Randy, lived out his last days. They set out to build this house because he wanted her to be taken care of once he was gone. 

As you can imagine, his presence in this world is sorely missed, but the memories are vivid and ever-present!

Laura, the youngest daughter, is one of my best friends, so I've had the opportunity of experiencing the love shared by this free-spirited family on many occasions.

Her and I have been thick as thieves for the past four years now. I'm naturally drawn to folks that like to laugh and be goofy, so we all mesh well because this group doesn't take themselves too seriously either! 

We walked around the property nestled next to the lake, spent some time at "Loon Lookout," the furthest point on their plot. They named it after a species of aquatic birds often seen swimming around the lake.  

A boat ride on the pontoon was discussed originally but it was all wet from the rains received the evening before and it looked like more was due at any moment during our session, so we stuck to the dock instead.

The garden Barb keeps was at its peek and bursting with blooms, so we took the girls to play in the flowers! It didn't take long for them to start lopping off the heads of marigolds and daisies!

It was really cute watching them shout, "HOORAY! HOORAY!" while brandishing the blossoms in the air.

I asked Leanora (on the left), "Are you a princess?!" and she responded, "NO! I'm a PIRATE!" hahaha I promised her treasure so I could bribe her into cooperating for the camera! ;-)



And lookit that little face! Don't you wanna snuggle him?! Even though he hasn't been feeling well, Eli was an extremely tranquil baby throughout the entire session!

I had so much fun hanging out with these superb human beings that I get to call friends! 

It was an absolute blast, and I'm so honored that they chose me to capture the special connection they share.

My goal as a family photographer is to make having your portraits made fun for everyone, even the fellas who hate "posing" for family photos!

That's why I like to focus on helping you make new memories with an experience that is fit for your family whether it's with an "At-Home Adventure" or a hike along the Blue Ridge Parkway! 

 

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Choose Your Adventure Sessions include: 1-hour session for up to four people at the location of your choosing in the Boone or Blowing Rock, North Carolina area, you'll receive up to 25 high-resolution digital downloads with printing rights, a website for viewing/ordering, and a smartphone app to quickly and easily share images with friends and family for 299 + tax.

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Simply send me an email at wayfaringwanderer@gmail.com or message me through my website contact form and I'll get you on the schedule ASAP because availability is limited between Sept-Dec! 

Hi! My name is Jessica a.k.a. Wayfaring Wanderer and I reside in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains here in Boone, NC. I'm a free-spirited wedding, engagement, and lifestyle photographer who loves working with couples, families, and individuals who are committed to travel, adventure, and laid-back lifestyles. If you think we might be kindreds, I invite you to join the WW tribe by signing up [ HERE ] for weekly updates & get connected to the [ WW Facebook page ] to join the conversation! | Website www.wayfaringwanderer.com

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