My creativity is always inspired by fresh locations, especially ones that hold special meaning for my clients. This summer I visited beautiful Watch Hill, RI (where I was told Taylor Swift has a home and likes to hang). I only got a taste and hope to return when I can pop into the cute boutiques and cafés.

Both of these parents have childhood memories on this beach. I guess these waves never stopped singing to them, because they’re in the process of moving there to be closer to family. I treasure this family (and the mama’s extended family) so much that I would drive twice the distance to film them.

We had a blast playing by the ocean. I can honestly say I’ve never left a beach with such wet, sandy parents! These parents revel in their kids in the most beautiful way. It filled my heart to document how their playfulness lit up their kids. There is absolutely no greater gift we can give our children than the weight of our full attention.

Here’s what that looks like.