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Afoa Family | A sunset beach session

January 25, 2018

It’s funny how the old grapevine works isn’t it?  I received a text one morning from a girlfriend to say that an old school friend of hers was in New Zealand for a fleeting family visit.  Theresa and her kids were back for the first time in three years, leaving dad (a former All Black) to his demanding rugby schedule in the UK.  The timing was rushed, but she’d love some photos, especially if it meant the opportunity to capture her parents together with the grandchildren they love so dearly and miss so much. 

Luckily the fates aligned.  We got a perfect weather day, a relatively wind free evening and a tide low enough to give us plenty of room to just explore. I watched as Mateo studiously investigated every piece of driftwood and oyster covered rock.  Art-loving Chloe drew pictures in the sand while Violet searched for shells and flitted between the people she loves.  Grandad was there to help with the shell collection and Nana provided the hugs when their young feet got tired.

It’s been a hard year for Joe and Edith, making this time with the daughter and grandkids they miss so much even more special.  A few tears were shed amongst the laughter and smiles, and while it might have gone un-noticed by the busy little explorers I saw a real example of what happens when the love you have for your family gets the breathing room to bubble over.

John, I hope you love these pictures of your gorgeous crew.  Theresa, Edith and Joe, I know you were feeling a little camera shy, so thank you for being brave enough to step in front of the lens and trusting me to capture your family together. There may be a lot of distance between you ordinarily, but there’s plenty of love there to bridge the gap.

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HI! I'm Aimee.  I'm a storyteller, photographer, unashamed TV junkie and author of this blog. In an ideal world I would never run out of chocolate, diet coke or wine. I'm based in Auckland, New Zealand, but you can follow me on Facebook or Instagram where I try to cram lots of stuff into pithy little posts for your newsfeed pleasure. You can get to know me a little better here.
 


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That stream of crazy hot light comes in every day and it has totally wrecked the carpet and faded the furniture.  But it also produces this.  A warm, golden swathe of light to lie in on a cold day.  And for that, I'll take the carpet damage.
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That stream of crazy hot light comes in every day and it has totally wrecked the carpet and faded the furniture. But it also produces this. A warm, golden swathe of light to lie in on a cold day. And for that, I'll take the carpet damage. . . . . . #clickinmoms #clickpro #clickmagazine #thelifestylecollective #letsclicksoc #inbeautyandchaos #thesincerestoryteller #thefamilynarrative #lemonadeandlenses #dpmagfaves #candidchildhood #dearphotographer #dearest_viewfinder #cameramama #letthekids #our_everyday_moments #kidsforreal #the_camera_clique #thebloomforum #ourcandidlife #magicofchildhood #the_sugar_jar #exploringcreativephotography #subjectlight #chasinglight #follow_this_light
All the fun of the fair. Well all the fun of the couple of games we let them play after explaining the concepts of "game rigging" and "daylight robbery". .
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All the fun of the fair. Well all the fun of the couple of games we let them play after explaining the concepts of "game rigging" and "daylight robbery". . . . . . #clickinmoms #clickpro #clickmagazine #thelifestylecollective #letsclicksoc #inbeautyandchaos #thesincerestoryteller #thefamilynarrative #lemonadeandlenses #dpmagfaves #candidchildhood #dearphotographer #dearest_viewfinder #cameramama #letthekids #our_everyday_moments #kidsforreal #the_camera_clique #thebloomforum #ourcandidlife #magicofchildhood #the_sugar_jar
She is obsessed with her Sylvanian Families.  Especially the bunnies and cats.  So we had to have a photo of her puckering up for Mrs Bunny!
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She is obsessed with her Sylvanian Families. Especially the bunnies and cats. So we had to have a photo of her puckering up for Mrs Bunny! . . . . . #clickinmoms #clickpro #clickmagazine #thelifestylecollective #letsclicksoc #inbeautyandchaos #thesincerestoryteller #thefamilynarrative #lemonadeandlenses #dpmagfaves #candidchildhood #dearphotographer #dearest_viewfinder #cameramama #letthekids #our_everyday_moments #kidsforreal #the_camera_clique #thebloomforum #ourcandidlife #magicofchildhood #the_sugar_jar
How to make the most of it when you have two kids recovering from gastro at home and the power goes out.  1.  Swear.  A fair amount.  2.  Decide you have to tough it out.  3.  Go to the hardware store and buy cute camping lamps.  4.  Build a sheet fort.  5.  Decide it's too damn cold, give up and go stay with your sister who's kind enough to have you despite the prospect of catching your germs.
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How to make the most of it when you have two kids recovering from gastro at home and the power goes out. 1. Swear. A fair amount. 2. Decide you have to tough it out. 3. Go to the hardware store and buy cute camping lamps. 4. Build a sheet fort. 5. Decide it's too damn cold, give up and go stay with your sister who's kind enough to have you despite the prospect of catching your germs. . . . . . #clickinmoms #clickpro #clickmagazine #thelifestylecollective #letsclicksoc #inbeautyandchaos #thesincerestoryteller #thefamilynarrative #lemonadeandlenses #dpmagfaves #candidchildhood #dearphotographer #dearest_viewfinder #cameramama #letthekids #our_everyday_moments #kidsforreal #the_camera_clique #thebloomforum #ourcandidlife #magicofchildhood #siblinghoodlove #shamoftheperfect #exploringcreativephotography #lifeunmadeshareyourstories
Yeah - sometimes life throws you a curve ball.  And sometimes life throws you a curve ball that hits you right in the lady nuts and makes you wanna scream at the pitcher.  Ok so the sports metaphor is totally falling apart (is it showing that I've never watched a game of baseball?) - but you get what I mean.  Two kids simultaneously vomiting for 12 hours straight is natures idea of a cruel joke.  Especially when it's followed up by the worst storm I can remember in...ever... and two days without power.  And now hubby sick too. Needless to say it's been a helluva week. .
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Yeah - sometimes life throws you a curve ball. And sometimes life throws you a curve ball that hits you right in the lady nuts and makes you wanna scream at the pitcher. Ok so the sports metaphor is totally falling apart (is it showing that I've never watched a game of baseball?) - but you get what I mean. Two kids simultaneously vomiting for 12 hours straight is natures idea of a cruel joke. Especially when it's followed up by the worst storm I can remember in...ever... and two days without power. And now hubby sick too. Needless to say it's been a helluva week. . . . . . #clickinmoms #clickpro #clickmagazine #thelifestylecollective #letsclicksoc #inbeautyandchaos #thesincerestoryteller #thefamilynarrative #lemonadeandlenses #dpmagfaves #candidchildhood #dearphotographer #dearest_viewfinder #cameramama #letthekids #our_everyday_moments #kidsforreal #the_camera_clique #thebloomforum #ourcandidlife #magicofchildhood #siblinghoodlove #shamoftheperfect #couchproject18
Autumn sunsets get me right in the feels.  Especially when these two snuggle up to enjoy them. I anxsted over this image and whether I should share it because it's technically not perfect but I think the feeling is there.  I feel warm when I look at them together like this - and that's perfect enough for me.
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#dearphotographer  #dearest_viewfinder
#cameramama #letthekids 
#our_everyday_moments #kidsforreal 
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Autumn sunsets get me right in the feels. Especially when these two snuggle up to enjoy them. I anxsted over this image and whether I should share it because it's technically not perfect but I think the feeling is there. I feel warm when I look at them together like this - and that's perfect enough for me. . . . . . #clickinmoms #clickpro #clickmagazine #thelifestylecollective #letsclicksoc #inbeautyandchaos #thesincerestoryteller #thefamilynarrative #lemonadeandlenses #dpmagfaves #candidchildhood #dearphotographer #dearest_viewfinder #cameramama #letthekids #our_everyday_moments #kidsforreal #the_camera_clique #thebloomforum #ourcandidlife #magicofchildhood #the_sugar_jar #wilderness_kids #siblinghoodlove #project_faceless #exploringcreativephotography #ecp_backlight #subjectlight #chasinglight #follow_this_light
This week has been H.A.R.D.  It's been a week since I last posted here and there's a reason I haven't been checking in.  Like many in Auckland we were without power (and internet *gasp!*) for a couple of days this week following that very hairy storm. We were lucky that we didn't suffer much in the way of property damage and we tried to make the best of it but, I'll be honest, the novelty of camping at home wore off pretty damn quick.  I think I might have coped better had it not come hot on the heels of NON-STOP vomiting from both my little ones thanks to a timely gastro epidemic.  I think the only thing I can be grateful for in all of this was that the vomiting (and most of the ensuing washing) had finished by the time the blackout actually hit! Still back to back to back sleepless nights left me remembering the eye burning, brain squelching bone deep tiredness that I've only really experienced in those early days with a newborn. So while this image may look serene, look closer.  That crinkly towelling texture belies the fact that I was protecting yet another set of pillow cases.  I slept on that furry surface alongside her and I'll tell you nothing takes you back to your forgotten childhood memories like the feel of soft, well worn towelling under a tired cheek! Still, tomorrow is another day - let's hope it smells laundry fresh and brings us nothing but sunshine and the ability to switch on a light (or a TV) whenever you darn please. .
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#thelifestylecollective #letsclicksoc
#inbeautyandchaos #thesincerestoryteller #thefamilynarrative
#lemonadeandlenses #dpmagfaves #candidchildhood 
#dearphotographer  #dearest_viewfinder
#cameramama #letthekids 
#our_everyday_moments #kidsforreal 
#the_camera_clique
#thebloomforum
#ourcandidlife
#magicofchildhood 
#the_sugar_jar
#lifeunmadeshareyourstories
#shamoftheperfect
#p52clicks
#hs_april
This week has been H.A.R.D. It's been a week since I last posted here and there's a reason I haven't been checking in. Like many in Auckland we were without power (and internet *gasp!*) for a couple of days this week following that very hairy storm. We were lucky that we didn't suffer much in the way of property damage and we tried to make the best of it but, I'll be honest, the novelty of camping at home wore off pretty damn quick. I think I might have coped better had it not come hot on the heels of NON-STOP vomiting from both my little ones thanks to a timely gastro epidemic. I think the only thing I can be grateful for in all of this was that the vomiting (and most of the ensuing washing) had finished by the time the blackout actually hit! Still back to back to back sleepless nights left me remembering the eye burning, brain squelching bone deep tiredness that I've only really experienced in those early days with a newborn. So while this image may look serene, look closer. That crinkly towelling texture belies the fact that I was protecting yet another set of pillow cases. I slept on that furry surface alongside her and I'll tell you nothing takes you back to your forgotten childhood memories like the feel of soft, well worn towelling under a tired cheek! Still, tomorrow is another day - let's hope it smells laundry fresh and brings us nothing but sunshine and the ability to switch on a light (or a TV) whenever you darn please. . . . . #clickinmoms #clickpro #clickmagazine #thelifestylecollective #letsclicksoc #inbeautyandchaos #thesincerestoryteller #thefamilynarrative #lemonadeandlenses #dpmagfaves #candidchildhood #dearphotographer #dearest_viewfinder #cameramama #letthekids #our_everyday_moments #kidsforreal #the_camera_clique #thebloomforum #ourcandidlife #magicofchildhood #the_sugar_jar #lifeunmadeshareyourstories #shamoftheperfect #p52clicks #hs_april
38 Today.  I'd love to have something sage to share after that many years on the planet but honestly social media is full of enough sappy poetic sentiments without mine.  So I'll just say this.  Everything sags eventually.  I mean really sags - parts of your body you didn't even know had the potential to sag. Wrinkles appear in places that you can't remember ever creasing and overnight you seem to have the dishwater-worn hands of an 80 year old woman.  But surround yourself with the right company, and adequate wine, and none of that matters. .
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38 Today. I'd love to have something sage to share after that many years on the planet but honestly social media is full of enough sappy poetic sentiments without mine. So I'll just say this. Everything sags eventually. I mean really sags - parts of your body you didn't even know had the potential to sag. Wrinkles appear in places that you can't remember ever creasing and overnight you seem to have the dishwater-worn hands of an 80 year old woman. But surround yourself with the right company, and adequate wine, and none of that matters. . . . . #clickinmoms #clickpro #clickmagazine #thelifestylecollective #letsclicksoc #thesincerestoryteller #thefamilynarrative #lemonadeandlenses #dpmagfaves #candidchildhood #dearphotographer #dearest_viewfinder #the_camera_clique #shamoftheperfect #aportraitcollective #spomh #getin52
When you suggest her brother gives her a hug...and she's just not that into it...
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When you suggest her brother gives her a hug...and she's just not that into it... . . . . #clickinmoms #clickpro #clickmagazine #thelifestylecollective #letsclicksoc #inbeautyandchaos #thesincerestoryteller #thefamilynarrative #lemonadeandlenses #dpmagfaves #candidchildhood #dearphotographer #dearest_viewfinder #cameramama #letthekids #our_everyday_moments #kidsforreal #the_camera_clique #thebloomforum #ourcandidlife #magicofchildhood #the_sugar_jar #wilderness_kids #siblinghoodlove #shamoftheperfect #themonochromaticlens #bnwMagic
Capturing life's milestones.  One shaky little step at a time.
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Capturing life's milestones. One shaky little step at a time. . . . . #clickinmoms #clickpro #clickmagazine #thelifestylecollective #letsclicksoc #inbeautyandchaos #thesincerestoryteller #thefamilynarrative #lemonadeandlenses #dpmagfaves #candidchildhood #dearphotographer #dearest_viewfinder #cameramama #letthekids #the_camera_clique #thebloomforum #magicofchildhood #the_sugar_jar #auckland #newzealand #aucklandbabyphotographer

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