We are officially announcing this to our friends and all those who read this blog. Rachel and I are going to have a kid this year! My life has changed so much and God has given me so much to think about this year. Rachel & I both turned 30, my Dad turned 70, we have a little traveler kid on the way to join us as we travel around the world together as a little family exploring this beautiful world. So here begins a new journey. I know as a people photographer, capturing stories and cool stuff, I’m going to have a new subject besides my beautiful wife, my life partner, Rachel. So here goes this journey and you all are along for the ride. I love learning so I welcome your comments, sharing knowledge and advice. I’m thankful that God has allowed us to have kids, and hopefully this is the 1st of many. Thanks to those friends who have already given us such great advice, learning whats most important and what really matters in this life. I will be sharing the next months until birth here, and then from then on, sharing life. I’m pretty picky when it comes to maternity and baby photography, so I will be exploring it in a very different way. Enjoy..
Personal | I’m gonna be a Dad.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
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Michael Wachniak — DUUUUUUUDE! Congratulations Mike!!!! I have been a daddy for 24 days now and TRUST ME its the most amazing feeling I think anyone can experience. If you have ANY questions or would like to hear a POSITIVE birthstory (cause we only seem to hear the negative ones haha) just drop me a line ok? All the best!! -Michael-
Scott Burns — Congratulations Mike. My daughter just turned one in June. The journey has been amazing!
Meg Moen — Congratulations my friend!! I am so happy for you guys. It is just the beginning of a wonderful journey and it is absolutely the most amazing experience to be a parent. I cannot wait to meet Lil Larson. :) What a great blessing!!! Maybe you’ll have an extra special present on Christmas day! Like your friend Michael, if you would like to hear positive birth stories, let me know. Miss and love you guys!!!!
Ginny Corbett — He’s handsome ;-)
Rob Robertson — Dude! So excited for the 3 of you ;) You guys are major awesomesauce! Can’t wait to see you guys soon!
Denise — Congratulations to all THREE of you. Blessings all the way from here on out, treasure every moment – it’s special. S/he is going to be so cute! Xx
Curt Apanovich — Congrats guys! you will quickly realize that the only thing that truly matters is your child… my baby girl turned 4 last week. Having her enter my life changed everything. oh, and the first few months, all your baby will do is: eat, sleep, poop eat, sleep, poop repeat the process several times a day and late into the night….
Hannah — Aww, this is so wonderful! A big congratulations from me (just a big fan of your photography :)) to you both! God bless. :)
Robin Keller — Wow!!! Great news, Mike!!! As a mother of a 3 week old boy, I can tell you it is the most AMAZING experience EVER!!! So, enjoy each minute of Rachel’s growing belly and then get ready for the best thing to ever happen to you- the birth of your child! It is truly a miracle!!! All the best from Munich.
Patrick op’t Roodt — Congrats…. Wil bring a big change in your life.
Stephen Knuth — SO EXCITING!!! :) Love you guys.
Tori — Congratulations! That is such exciting news. I started following your wedding photography a few years ago when you photographed an acquaintance of mine’s wedding in SLO. I’m so happy for you and your wife and look forward to seeing your photos as you document the joys of your newfound parenthood.
Toby — Congrats! You two are going to be awesome parents.
Andreas Frossard — BEAUTIFUL! Congrats! I’ve got two kidz (3.5years / 11 Months). Its challenging but also the best thing that ever happened to me (us).
jen lynne — Congratulations Mike and Rachel, you are going to wonderful parents!
Thomas Lester — Wow! Congrats guys! This is huge news. I’m excited for you. Being a Dad is the greatest!
Jenny — Awesome! Congratulations! I pray your wife will have a wonderful pregnancy and easy delivery! Parenthood is the best ever – welcome to the club!
Caelen Weber — Praise the Lord! Congratulations! Praying for a smooth, fun and blessed pregnancy for you both. It really is incredible to be a parent. Our daughter will be 2 in October and we’re so blessed everyday to have her! +1 to having a super positive and awesome birth story! Home birth is great if you’re thinking of it. God bless and congratulations again! In Christ, Caelen, Rachel and Liberty
Jen Otchy — SO happy for you and Rachel – You will be wonderful parents. Children are such a gift. Enjoy every moment!
Eric Farewell — Happier than happy… You guys are such blessings… I can’t wait for my Bride and I to have our own kids so THEY can connect :)
Ruben Parra — Congrats and Blessing !!!
Christan Parreira — Congrats Mike! You and Rachel are going to be awesome parents!!
Jeanice — Congratulation to you and Rachel! This baby and the ones that follow will be your greatest accomplishment, I know my children are mine.
Dognbird — Awesome news! Congrats!!
Tara — Congatulations!
Evie Perez — Oh my goodness!!!! Congrats to the both of you. I am so happy, excited, overjoyed and all of the above for you and Rachel. I know that you both are going to be amazing parents.
Otto Rascon — Congrats to you and your wife. This little baby will for sure change your life, and all of the better. My little one just turned 3 and she is a joy. Being a dad is an amazing responsibility, one that you will love. Rock on and much love from Chicago.
Philippe — Congrats Mike! Enjoy these moments and take a lot of care!
Sérgio Murillo — Congratulations!
Jess McCann — wonderful news!!!!! congrats to new beginnings :)
Adrian Jankowski — Congratulations Rachel & Mike from Poland :) … so what you both think? Baby more Rachel or Mike? :)
Mike Larson — Thanks for the comments! Michael, DUUDE, i’m stoked too! Meg, its been cool following you for so long with your kids, you guys are such a fun family. Rob, you rock, thanks for helping all the years with us, even thought your life is just as full with a kid too!, Curt, so cool you have a 4 year old!, Hannah, I’m honored your a fan! Stephen, thank you for your comment, Tori, thanks for still following and sayin hi! Andreas, i love your attitude of kids being the best thing ever! Caelen, stoked for your heartfelt comments on my blog. Jen Otchy, I am looking forward to them being a gift! Eric Farewell, you guys are a blessing too! When are you gonna have kids?!! Ruben, good to see you, thank you, Jeanice, thanks for always being there as a loving friend in our town. Evie, Otto, I hope we are the best parents ever. Phillipe, thanks for your comment, looking forward to seeing you at the wedding you are coordinating in Sept! Thank you all!
michelle horton — So happy for you and Rachel!! Congratulations!! I already can’t wait to see the maternity and baby pictures. Hope to see you guys soon!
Orbie Pullen — Congrats Mike!
Alex Rodriguez — What a blessing, congrats!
dawn swift — Congratulations, you’ll make a brilliant dad!!! Make sure you take plenty of pictures, it’s easy to forget to photograph your own loved ones.
Mikołaj Frodyma — Congratulations Mike! That is a truly wonderful information! All the best to the three of You :)
Katrina — Mike & Rachel, Phil and I are SO EXCITED for the two of you! What an exciting & adventurous time it is for you guys. Enjoy every second!…Can’t wait to see pics of the new addition!
StephaneH — Hi Mike, congrats to you and Rachel and welcome in this new second life… We have à girl from 9 month’s and a boy from 4 year and they will be very happy to play with Baby Larson when you’re coming to Belgium… Xxx
Acres of Hope Photography — Congratulations Mike and Rachel!!!
Esthervan Berk — Congratulations from Holland. Wish you all the luck and love in the world with this big little wonder!
Amy-Lynne — RACHEL & MIKE ~ Congratulations, delighted it’s now public. “Every good thing given and every perfect Gift is from Above, coming down from the FATHER of Lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow.” ~ James 1:17 GOD Bless you ~ all 3 of you, the Adventure Begins! Amy-Lynne, honored for 32 years to be Bryan’s favorite Mom <
Carl — Congratulations on having your first child…enjoy the moment!!! Regards, Carl from T.O.
Dana Hodgkinson — Congratulations MIKE & RACHEL……………You two have so much excitement yet to come. Children are such a blessing . Enjoy every stage and take TONS of photos. love and hugs Dana
Annett Valentin — Hi Mike! I just came around to have a look at your site an then this big surprise! It is so wonderful, that you become Dad. I joined your Workshop in Zingst this June. Maybe you remember that we took a picture together with my baby in me. Now it’s only one week till it comes to us and we waited so many years and cannot believe this wonder yet. So we know how you feel and I wish us all the very best for this special and best time in our life! Lovely greeting, Annett from Germany.
Charleton Churchill — Mike it was a pleasure shooting with you in Lake Tahoe! Congrats on the baby! I’m excited for your bro. Talk to you soon!
Martina Corcoran — Congratulations Rachel & Mike, great news…
ellie libson — Great shot! congratulations, when i was pregnant i experienced morning sickness that you might experiencing right now thank God theres a morning sickness treatment that helps me solve my problem.
Jerrod Turner — Congratulations! May you grow to know the fathers love even more through this amazing blessing.