Lexington KY at-home family session

The instant I walked into their home I could feel the joy. That’s what their momma said she wanted to capture. Their honest joy. And I could tell why. It was infectious. Both girls were so excited to show me their rooms, their favorite toys, and sweet little Laurie wanted her blankie and paci. They loved making pictures of what was special to them. Rest of the session was filled with wild, silly, sweet giggles, lots of play, snuggles, a few tears, and oh so much joy. We were all joyfully worn out in the end and I knew, instantly, it was one of my favorite at-home family sessions ever.

Oh how quickly this crazy, brutiful, life can change. Our session was in August 2023. In January 2024 they found out their youngest, sweet and spunky Laurie, has B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. This family has gone through so much in such a short bit of time and while Laurie has been doing as well as can be expected, she has such a long journey ahead of her.

Follow along on their journey…

If you would like, you can follow along on their journey over on Caring Bridge at https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/lauriehart24/journal/view/id/65fd80c20961192c0e5c6a41

Their support team of friends and family have put together a GoFundMe page…

“Like any another family, the Harts never anticipated such a challenge. Laurie’s parents, Marnie and Reynolds, find themselves caught in the whirlwind of hospital visits, treatments, and the emotional turmoil that comes with watching their daughter battle this rare disease. Medical bills, work/life disruptions, and the daily costs of caring for a child with leukemia can add up over the months and years of this battle with pediatric cancer.

While Marnie and Reynolds navigate this journey, we wish to ensure that they do not have to worry about the financial side of this battle. We want them to focus on their family and Laurie’s health.”

GoFundMe link…

While I know they would never ask for it, every little bit helps and they are so close to the goal that was set. If you would like to make a donation, you may do so at https://www.gofundme.com/f/love4laurie-help-support-the-hart-family

Please cover them in love, well wishes, thoughts, prayers, and all the positive energy you can send their way. I can’t wait to see this sweet girl feeling her best again!

So much love,

Cilla

Hi there and thank you for stopping by! I’m Cilla, owner of Priscilla Baierlein Photography, a Lexington KY photographer specializing in lifestyle family photography. If you are interested in talking with me more about booking a family session, let’s connect! Not quite ready, but know you want to keep me in your back pocket? No problem! Follow me on Instagram and let’s be friends!

Priscilla serves Lexington, Paris, Georgetown, Winchester, Richmond, and beyond.