Happy Saturday, everyone! It may be a rainy day on the Jersey Shore but this session is going to help you all escape to a warm, sunny day. Last month I had the honor of photographing my friends Fatima and Nick who are about to become parents this month! Their original session got rained out but luckily, we were able to squeeze in some time for photos in Asbury Park on the day of Fatima’s baby shower. It was a bright, sunny morning and these pictures make me long for summer! But I think it’s safe to say that Fatima and Nick have welcomed the fall with open arms because that means their little girl will be here in no time. Fatima and Nick, I’m so happy for the two of you! You are going to make wonderful parents and your little girl is going to love to laugh and learn to live life to its fullest thanks to the fun and joy you bring to all who know you. Congratulations on the upcoming arrival of your baby girl – I can’t wait to meet her!!

This next photo is my favorite!

I love the belt Fatima wore to accessorize her dress. Adorable!

Love this one!

This black and white is just so sweet!

Every mama should have a photo of her like this:

And now for the baby shower photos! The talented ladies in Fatima’s life planned the most beautiful baby shower for her so I thought I’d share a few photos that I took at the party that day. I have to say that these ladies had their work cut out for themselves because Fatima is a NJ Wedding and Event Planner so her standards are very high when it comes to planning a good party! Luckily everyone stepped up to the plate and blew everyone away with their attention to details and we all had a wonderful time at the party. Check out Fatima’s beautiful baby shower:

This is one of my favorite pictures from the shower. Fatima and her sisters are three of the most lovable, caring, and sweet women that I know and I’m so happy they are in my life. I think this one definitely needs to be framed: 

And because these ladies’ smiles are big enough to brighten any rainy day, here are a few more photos from the shower: 

Congratulations, Fatima! You make a beautiful mama-to-be!!

Feel free to leave Fatima some love in the comment box below!