I took pics of this family when the youngest was born and since then their only family pics have been on top of the ski mountain,  so I was thrilled when mom decided for her gift this year it was time to get some lovey dovey, playful shots.  We had a blast with crazy socks, had to show their love of soda (apparently they are regulars at the gas station) and it came through naturally that they love to have fun together, mess around and really what a close knit group this bunch is.  (so the shot of the little boy kissing his mom just happened when he was standing there, he gave her a unexpected quick little surprise kiss, which in turn gave me the most gorgeous, genuine happy mama smile ever, love it!)