Taking pictures of the Wilkerson Family was really one of the most wonderful sessions I’ve ever had! And its really hard to put into words exactly why this was so amazing. It wasn’t because the kids were perfectly smiling the whole time, because that’s not how family sessions go. There’s always someone who won’t crack a smile with my lame jokes, haha! It wasn’t even the dreamy light or amazing outfit choices by Jessica (which we had been swooning over for a few weeks). Yes, the light was perfect, the outfits were beyond extraordinary, but I am positive this session was so wonderful because I love this family so very much.
Jessica is someone who I’ve always admired. She is the most hard-working mom I’ve ever known. She went back to school to finish her bachelor’s while she was having her 4th baby. The Wilkerson’s decided to move about the time her newborn was 3 weeks old. That’s kind of insane! Moving is so hard and adding a newborn on top of that! Then! She decided she was going to pursue a career as a life coach which involves hundreds of hours of practice and training before being able to serve clients.
Did I mention that she homeschools her kids somewhere in there? Actually, that is her main priority. Her kids and their learning and growth spiritually and secularly is her main priority. So every morning, she sneaks in a little exercise before starting the school day off with devotional. Then its hit the books until the afternoon when she switches her mom hat for working mom and coaches peers until late in the evening most nights. Add in dinner, cleaning house, serving in the community, kids sports, and quality family time, she really is the most hard-working mom I know.
Frank is one of the sweetest husbands. I have loved seeing him support Jessica in her endeavors and also work hard to provide for his family. He comes home and is in full dad-mode, leaving all work problems aside. He tackles, tickles, and plays with his kids. They all get so excited when he walks in the door! He is the best story-time reader at night adding in all sorts of fun voices to really make the book come alive. Frank has an incredibly kind soul, always putting his beautiful wife and kids first.
My kids are really good friends with the Wilkerson’s. We’ve had so many adventures together, like traveling to Boise, cutting wood in the mountains, and just quality hang-out time. I can’t describe what amazing friends the Wilkerson Family has been to our family, and how much I’ve learned from them. They truly bring me so much joy. So even though moving away has been difficult, I know there will always be more adventures with them!
Dear Wilkerson Family,
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being the most amazing, wonderful people. Your friendship is one in a million. My heart is overflowing with gratitude for your kindness to me and my family. I know moving to Lovelock wasn’t entirely on your top 10 places to move, but I am so happy you did. It’s always an adventure with you guys, and I’ve loved every minute. I love you Wilkerson Family to the moon and back!
