The fifth human: Mama dreams a lot

You're all I think about these days.

The fifth human: A light on your heart

You have 2 lights on your heart. So we study this together.

The fifth human: It takes a village

It takes a village. These are some of the beautiful souls in mine. 

The fifth human: Sweet roundness

These make me so happy

The fifth human: Burgers & Babies

Sonograms, burgers, & announcements.

The fifth human: Your reveal at the ballet

Our very own Ninja Turtle

The fifth human: Twin love

They love you just as much as we do.

The fifth human: Your Papa hears you

Dear Baby,

We met Dr Pearlman. 

They take another round of blood from me. Apparently one of the tests, MaterniT21, was not processed because my blood didn't clot properly in the tube. This of course ignited worry although the first round of testing came back clear.  I know you are okay, but these blood tests sure do make a woman feel crazy. 

I expressed to the doctor that I hadn't felt very much movement after I had felt a lot of movement. She is not concerned as she doesn't want me to worry about it until a few more weeks. It's still a bit unsettling. But I respect that you are growing and just may not be in the moving stage right now. 

On the brighter side, we heard your beautiful and strong heart beat. 160bps.  I felt like Your Papa was a bit amazed at the sound. Nervous even perhaps?  

He wants to be there for every appointment. He doesn't want to miss a thing. This makes me overjoyed. 

You're going to be amazing. 

The fifth human: Is go carting okay?

Sweet baby,

It was your sister's 10th birthday and to celebrate we took her, her best friend and your brother go carting. With a a little hesitation and lots of encouragement from your Dad, Mama got into a cart, too. 

Slow and steady and cautious to stay out of everyone's way, I had a great time. I hope that wasn't too crazy for you.

-Mama

The fifth human: Movement

Sweet baby, 

You're moving so much. Your Papa rested his hand on my belly and was finally able to feel those sweet flutters I keep talking about. I think it was a turning point where things became more real for him. He expresses concern of you hurting me but I assure him that this is all okay. That both of our bodies can handle this. It's what we are created to do. We had such a funny weekend of laughs together. I hope you felt all that joy. 

-Mama

We still date and plan on doing so even after you're here. 

The fifth human: Two hearts

I have two hearts beating inside of me.

The fifth human: Movement

It was 5:30am when I felt movement. It was very strong fluttering and I was a bit freaked out. Is it too early? Am I dreaming or is it you? 

Then amazement set it. There is a HUMAN inside of me! Holy %@#*! 

This is incredible.

I wonder what's next.

The fifth human: Grandparents

I am so in love with you. My emotions are out of control and I just want to talk about you every day. I am in a different place today mentally, emotionally and physically than I was with your siblings. My mind is different. My heart beats more steadily. I appreciate this journey way more now than I did when I was younger. And I can only hope that makes me continue to strive to be a better mom. 

Today I told your Grandpa & Grandma. They were very excited and sent us lots of love and blessings. 

We are all so very eager to meet you. 

I do sometimes wonder if your Papa is okay.

The fifth human: The siblings are told

Dear Baby,

Your sister learns the news. Your brother soon after. Their reactions surprised me. 

Your sister came with me to a photoshoot in NJ. All weekend I had been feeling sick to beyond my comprehension. Headaches, nausea, feverish, dizzy. But I had to work. She was very visibly concerned and kept offering to help in many ways. 

When we got home from work, she asked me what was wrong and how did I get sick. I wasn't sick in the ill sense. You were just doing what fetuses do and sucking the immunity out of me so that you can prepare to do your thing. So I sat her on the bed, told her the news and she cried. A few moments later, Justin walked in, we told them and he cried. Then I cried. We were all crying happy tears. It was surely a moment to remember. 

They can't wait to meet you.

Beauty in the moments - A Sweet 16 Moment

I don't classify myself as a Sweet 16 or Wedding photographer. However, when the right family comes along, I get excited about capturing special moments of their very special day. 

And this is THE moment I look for everytime.

he was not letting go... and i photographed him

One of my favorite photos.


Jimmy 'ScareCrow' Santiago Animals MMA Yonkers, NY
Dead Serious 4 May 26, 2012 

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Date: May 26, 2012 
Time: 7:00pm 
Place: Rahway Recreation Center 
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