Last Saturday I had the extreme honor of photographing a very close friends party in honor of her mom. My girlfriend Steph and her two sisters threw a celebration for their mom who is dying of breast cancer. What I loved about this…is that her mom Barbara or “Babs” her nickname wanted this celebration of her life..wanted to see her family + friends one last time..and so in earnest in just a few short weeks the planning ensued. They sent out a lovely invitation titled “Ta – Ta for Now.” And with everyone’s help the party came together..a close friend of Steph’s did all the flowers, family brought so much food that the table was overflowing with delicious bites to eat, music was playing, drinks were served and as the day approached…family + friends from all over the country flew in to show their love for Babs on this very special day. There was so much laughter and yes there were tears…but the laughter and the love is what I will remember most about this day. You could feel the love for this woman radiating from everyone…what an honor it was to be a part of such a very special occasion for a dear friend.

Just this past Tuesday, three days after this celebration..Babs passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side..

Slideshow of Bab’s celebration, please turn your speakers up.

Babs Slideshow Click Here

my sweet friend Steph

the three sisters with mom

some sweet moments with Bab’s and Steph’s Dad

Steph and her husband Chad

From left to right: Heidi who did the beautiful flowers, Steph, myself and Kristen

towards the end of the party, everyone had a balloon and in honor of Babs everyone stood in a circle and let them go..it was a beautiful sight.