Meet the Beard Family!  So enjoyed being their family photographer, especially since I was recording an important moment in their lives.  Jacob, the youngest son, left just the other day to serve in the coast guard.   You can only imagine what that might be like for his family to say goodbye to him for a period of time.  I so enjoyed seeing the family connections and mutual love and respect in their family.   They were even brave enough to go outside in this winter weather with the snow to capture some amazing photos on their farm.   The best part is when I took them down to their old barn which was leaning to one side and the oldest said to me, “We have another barn that looks a lot better.”  I laughed and said, ” No, this is exactly what I had in mind. It’s perfect.”   It ended up being my favorite photo of the day.   The photograph reminds me of Narnia.  I could very easily see all three of them in that movie fighting off evil and befriending Aslan, the Lion.   Can’t you? 

The youngest looking super cute.  And yes, her two older brothers are very protective.  I always wanted an older brother for that very reason.. haha.   For Mom- something she said.

This staircase is their favorite part of their home. So, I thought it would be a good idea to feature it.

Dad may or may not have been comfortable in front of the camera.  And I may or may not have teased him to make him laugh.  Haha.  He was a great sport.  You can tell he loves his family.   

Their tree in their front yard was absolutely amazing.  I have no idea how old it is, but you can tell it has survived through harsh conditions with  twisted limbs and a huge trunk.   I think it can be very symbolic of families and marriages because regardless of what hardships it has endured, it has developed character and that makes it beautiful enough to stand out.  I can just imagine the root system it takes to hold up a tree of that stature – just as it takes a strong foundation to have a strong marriage and family.   I thought it ideal that such a tree would be in their front yard.   Did i mention that I think they are all models?  I mean seriously.Thanks Beard Family!! I feel so honored to I had the opportunity to get to know you.  And Jacob, stay safe.  It’s nice to know that are young men like you protecting us. For the rest of their family photography session, you can click on Jules Wiegand Family Photographer.