My mom Lori

My mom is one of my best friends. I loved being with her during our vacation in Oregon.

This shot reminds me of the quiet way she constantly works for our family. I love that the light highlights her face and her hands. Her beautiful face and working hands really define her. (I also love that she passed on her cleaning/organizing gene to all of her kids!)

She doesn't look like a grandma, but she is. And definitely one of the best around. Watching her with Seth gives me a glimpse back to how she raised us. She's gentle, calm and kind. I can tell she loves to nurture.

She's told me before how impressed she is with her kids, our accomplishments and goals. But what she maybe doesn't recognize is that she prompted every good thing in us. Whatever good we've done is just watering the seeds she's planted.

Now I'm a mother. I cherish the love I can show Seth that first started by my mom loving me.