Mother's Day - Grayslake Photographer

I am so excited to share these images of some of my favorite Grayslake mamas.  This is about half of our Bunco group.  Not sure why it's called Bunco, I hear it's a game of some sort that we have never played. We get together once a month to connect, laugh and toast.  I've been dreaming about doing this for a while. I am so glad that they were up for it.. for the most part.. most of them were up for it ;)   

Susan is a working mom who never looks/sounds overwhelmed.  She always has it together.  Poise would be a great word to describe her.  Confidence radiates through her so I stand a little closer to catch some.  

Diane is a planner and an A type personality.  She made sure we had reservations after the photo shoot, I thought we should just show up to the restaurant.  She was right because the place was packed.  We are so different and I appreciate her that much more. She is intelligent and resourceful.

Stacey embarked on a new adventure this school year, going back to work.  In many ways she is fearless. One thing I love about her, is her knack for one liners.  She can make a joke within any conversation.  We are always laughing but don't give her the map, we will never get there.  

Ciara and Maria are cousins, I'm so glad Maria invited her.  Here is what Maria had to say about Ciara: "She is the definition of unique.  Anyone that knows her quickly realizes that there is no one quite like her! She has a fierce loyalty to her family and friends.  Her sense of humor is one of a kind.  She is a sister to me and I wouldn't trade her for anything."

I feel a deep connection with Maria because she "saved" me.  (Long story that I will probably share some other time.) She is the type of friend that would bring her camera to a photo shoot to make sure that her photographer friend got in a few pics.  I love that she wore a peace sign because she illuminates serenity.

LA has an excitement for life.  She is the first one on the dance floor and then she drags everyone else out with her to dance.  She doesn't just laugh with her voice or her mouth she laughs with every cell of her body. She transmits passion in every aspect of her life.  

Here we are, some of us.  Women.  Friends. Wives. Daughters. Mothers.  Individuals. One.  

Happy Mother's Day!