We've had so much fun photographing these sessions, and every family has had a story to tell, so we decided to do a little interview with each family and post it with our image spotlights. 

Meet the Rapacki Family!

What was your favorite thing about your session?

• We just got to be real. It was fun being silly and it brought back some much needed normalcy. My oldest who doesn’t enjoy taking formal pictures actually thought this experience was fun. It was 15 minutes and everyone was happy.

Is there anything you'd like to say to your photographers?

• Thank you for capturing us in our environment and working so well with the kids. You always seem to get the right shots.

What was your favorite activity during quarantine?

• Family game night and movie night. It has brought us closer together.

What was your least favorite thing about quarantine?

• I’m really missing my family, it would have to be not being able to see my Mom and Dad and siblings.

Did you acquire any new hobbies or learn any new skills?

• I signed up months ago to do a yoga teacher training. Since COVID it has been taught via zoom. I wasn’t sure I would enjoy it the same as in person. It has been a life changer. It’s amazing what it does to quite the mind. I also enjoy the community we have developed. I love the resilience we all have, though it’s online I feel a sense of purpose and connection. I believe this experience will make me a better teacher.

What are some things you did to have fun outside?

• We are biking more then ever with the kids. We started a vegetable and herb garden. I grew up on a farm and it brings back nostalgic feelings of being a kid.

What was your favorite thing to snack on?

• I’m loving Pinterest and all the recipes I never had time to make before.

What are some things you did to help you feel connected with others?

• Organized a socially distant Easter egg hunt with the neighbors. We gave the older neighbors eggs and they placed them around their front yard. It was fun too see the younger and older generations unite. Our neighborhood is amazing I am so grateful to have such a close knit community.

What is your favorite memory from quarantine?

• My favorite memory was my Birthday. My husband and the kids made it so special. We went for a hike, ate like champs and celebrated all weekend. I heard from many friends and family through zoom and Houseparty.

What are you most excited to do after the restrictions are lifted?

• Go on a trip! See my family.

What have you learned?

• I have learned not take the simple things for granted. The simplicity of going somewhere and not worrying about catching something.

What are you most thankful for about this time?

• The slow down of the hustle and bustle.