This darling little dove was a little spitfire at four weeks. She was going places and awake and aware of everything. She wanted to know what was going on at all times and it took two or three tight cozy wraps and a delightful pacifier to lull her to sleep.

I loved her gorgeous, intelligent eyes and her sweet little smile.

Her siblings were so precious, wide eyed and helpful, ready to laugh. Big sister was doting and careful with her little sister, and brother was sweet and gentle when he wasn’t busy with other things. They are a close family and this little bit of heaven will be right where she belongs with them.

I love meeting new people, big and little, it is the joy of my career.

Mary Thomas is a newborn photographer specializing in studio posing and family photography in Santa Maria, California.