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Christmas is coming — and if you’re anything like most Kansas City moms, you can already feel that mix of excitement and overwhelm creeping in. There’s the shopping lists, the decorating, the class parties, the travel plans — and somewhere in all of it, that quiet hope to slow down and actually enjoy the season. […]

Every year is different, but right about now is the time we’ll whip out our family recipes or Pinterest dreams and start thinking about Thanksgiving, including the meal we’ll serve and gather around. Whether you’re planning to cook the whole Thanksgiving feast from scratch, go for a hybrid with some homemade sides and some ready-to-go, […]

I’m not good at gate keeping some of my favorite locations that Kansas City has to offer for your photo sessions. If you’re a photographer, take it and run with it. Every photographer will see and photograph differently in each location. If you’re one of my mamas (or hoping to be) – just know I’ve […]

If you’ve been dreaming of family photos that feel relaxed, beautiful, and real, the good news is — you don’t have to go far. Lee’s Summit and its surrounding areas are full of locations that give us the best of both worlds: stunning backdrops and easy access for families (no hour-long drives or tricky parking!). […]

By Joanna Goodman It started out as a spoken dream from the front seat of the family car. The abandoned brick and mortar on the corner was begging for use, stirred an idea, and expressed itself in a mother’s word. Opening up shop together was always a possibility. The three sisters in the backseat knew […]

By Joanna Goodman Whether you have a mother, are married to one, or ARE one, Mother’s Day is a day that deserves celebration! Your motherhood seasons grow and change. No matter which one you find yourself in, this season is worthy of reflection. Mothers around you are worthy of your encouragement. Mothers who love you […]